Head of Development
Macphie of Glenbervie Ltd is an innovative and dynamic food ingredient manufacturer with headquarters in the Aberdeenshire countryside and further facilities in Tannochside. Macphie blends tradition with innovation to produce the best value for the food industry around the world.
A strategic review of the group technical function has identified the need for a Head of Development
Head of Development
Reporting to the Technical Director, you will manage the Development Department, leading an enthusiastic team in the delivery of a wide variety of NPD projects as well as strategic work in relation to NPD feasibility, processing and profit-improvement while meeting tight deadlines and continuing to maintain our reputation as a leader in innovation. Our ideal candidate for this exciting role should
- - Be a highly experienced manager with proven leadership skills.
- - Have a 10 years proven NPD background in the Food Industry, ideally in food ingredients.
- - Hold an honours Degree in Food Science/Food Technology, or related science discipline.
- - Be commercially aware and able to work closely with suppliers, customers and other departments within the company
- - Be well respected within the Food Industry and have an established network of contacts.
- - Be an effective communicator with strong verbal, written and presentation skills.
- - Be innovative, creative, enthusiastic and able to develop revolutionary ideas.
Macphie of Glenbervie is based in a spectacular location, 25 miles south of Aberdeen; additionally there is a manufacturing site at Tannochside near Glasgow. We offer an excellent range of benefits which includes a competitive salary, profit related bonuses, private health care and the opportunity to progress in a company which is achieving significant growth.
Travel on occasions will be required therefore a driving licence is essential.
Interested then please send a current CV to: Andrew Harper, Macphie of Glenbervie, Glenbervie, Stonehaven, Scotland, AB39 3YG
or e-mail: andrew.harper@macphie.com.
Closing Date: 11th April 2008