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Nestle

Product Developer

Nestle

. Explore chocolate science and technology during a 12-month placement .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeYork • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £26,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product formulation and sensory evaluation within the chocolate industry, while applying food safety and quality standards. Capable of managing projects effectively, including timelines and budgets, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative chocolate products.

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Product FormulationSensory EvaluationProject ManagementFood Safety StandardsConsumer Insights

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Hard Skills
Product DevelopmentMarket AnalysisData AnalysisIngredient ExperimentationQuality Assurance
Soft Skills
CollaborationCommunicationWillingness To LearnStakeholder Engagement
Industry Keywords
Chocolate ScienceConsumer DemandsFood ScienceChemistryChemical EngineeringProcess Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Explore chocolate science and technology during a 12-month placement
  • Gain hands-on experience in product formulation, sensory evaluation, and consumer insights
  • Contribute to developing new chocolate products from concept to launch
  • Experiment with ingredients and processes to meet consumer demands
  • Collaborate with marketing, quality assurance, and supply chain teams
  • Develop project management and market analysis skills
  • Apply food safety and quality standards and regulations
  • Gather and analyse consumer data
  • Plan, execute, and manage projects, including timelines, budgets, and team coordination
  • Present ideas and engage with stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Right to work in the UK that is not time limited
  • No sponsorship required under the Skilled Worker route at the start or completion of the scheme
  • Currently in the penultimate year of studying Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Process Engineering
  • Commitment to the 12-month placement scheme
  • Willingness to learn
  • Upload relevant qualifications to support the application
  • Attend an in-person assessment day in York if selected

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible working options
  • Inclusive culture and employee-run networks
  • Comprehensive benefits
  • Pastoral support
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Potential relocation support (£2,000)
  • Gym facilities
  • Prayer rooms
  • Rewards and recognition
  • Professional development and continuous learning opportunities