Help shape the future of Quorn & Cauldron by turning breakthrough ideas into consumer‑loved products.
What You'll Be Responsible For
You’ll manage the end‑to‑end innovation pipeline for the Quorn and Cauldron retail brands, building and executing long‑term roadmaps that align with business, brand and commercial goals. You’ll stay ahead of emerging trends across product, packaging, claims and nutrition whilst identifying and prioritising growth opportunities through insight and market analysis.
The role will involve translating validated concepts into clear product briefs, leading NPD and EPD projects through the Stage Gate process, and coordinating cross‑functional teams across Product Development, Product Supply, Marketing, Commercial and Finance to ensure on‑time and in full delivery. Championing consumer validation, leading testing and research, and translating findings into actionable recommendations, you'll partner closely with Sensory and Consumer Care teams to ensure we deliver winning food.
You’ll also support launch planning, prepare sell‑in materials, align global partners on pipeline opportunities, lead NPD learnings and deliver 3, 9 and 18‑month post‑launch reviews. Budget ownership, agency management and driving effective team collaboration will also play a key part.
The position will be based from our Leeds office circa 2-3 days per week, with flexibility to work remotely when required.
What Experience You'll Need To Have
Demonstrable background in an FMCG innovation, marketing or product development focused role
Excellent knowledge of how to translate consumer research into actionable product concepts
Wide range of research methodologies for both consumer and food development, covering both qualitative and quantitative
Ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders, both internally and externally
Ideally present experience of managing full NPD cycles with a food/FMCG category
A passion for healthy, sustainable products which are better for our consumers and the planet – you don’t have to be a vegetarian to work for Quorn!
The Recruitment Process
Every applicant will receive a response, whether successful or not. We aim to reply to everyone as quickly as possible, though at busy times this may take a little longer. For transparency, if you are shortlisted, the recruitment process will look like this:
1st Stage - 30-45 minute Microsoft Teams introductory call with our Hiring Manager & Resourcing Partner
2nd Stage - in-person interview and task with key stakeholders from our team
If you have any questions regarding any of the above or the application process, please feel free to reach out to our Resourcing Partner Jacob Senior.
What You'll Get In Return
A Competitive Salary
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 days per year!)
Matched pension scheme & life assurance Cover
Employee Assistance Programmes (we're a GroceryAid sponsor and run a range of annual initiatives to support colleague wellbeing)
Access to other wellbeing schemes – discounted gym memberships, Digital GP services, eye tests, mortgage advice, and salary finance
Free Quorn products on-site to take home and share with your friends and family!
To apply for this vacancy, please apply below. We look forward to receiving your application.
About Us
Delicious food shouldn’t cost the earth. At Quorn, we know there is a sustainable way to enjoy great-tasting food.
Quorn is a global company led by a clear purpose: to supply healthy food for people and the planet, with an ambition to become a net positive business by 2030 - making a positive impact on people, the planet, and food systems overall.
We create delicious products that are great for you and your family, as well as for the planet and future generations. Our collective differences make Quorn special. As pioneers of meat-free food, we embrace a different path that sets us apart. Our four core values define who we are: Stronger Together, Make Lives Better, Think Big & Act With Courage, and Strive To Be The Best.
We are committed to promoting diversity across our workforce and dedicated to attracting and developing talent through an inclusive culture.
Your background, experiences, and ideas are all valued here - it’s our differences that make us Stronger Together.
All suitably qualified applicants will be considered regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, religion, or age.
Recruitment Agencies
Please note that we manage our recruitment directly and will not engage with any agencies on this or any other vacancies. On the occasion that we do require external support, we will engage our preferred suppliers who have an excellent prior track record in supporting the business when needed.
We do not accept speculative CV's and any communication from non-PSL agencies will be ignored and forwarded to our Resourcing Partner.
