Product Development Placement Programme 2027
Greencore Group PLC
UK Grocery Market Salary:
£2
6
,
85
0 per annum
. An
additional
?uplift is also provided for employees based at a London site.?
Benefits:
Relocation
assistance
available
- Any relocation payments made will be paid back in?
July
2027
!
Access to employee benefits through our discount platform.
Location:
Greencore site
TBC
could be
London, Lincolnshire,
Boness, (Scotland)
,?
Newark
Northampton?or?Worksop?
Ways of Working:
Site-based Start Date:
End of June 2027
Contract Type:
12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Assessment Centre Date/Location:
Tuesday 26
th
January 2
027 at our Newark site Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026,
we're
one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose:
to make every day taste better. With more than 28,000 colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and US, we create food for every meal occasion, from breakfast and lunch through to dinner,
desserts
and snacking. Our scale means
you'll
have the opportunity to experience the fast-paced world of food manufacturing, working with some of the UK's biggest retailers while developing products enjoyed by millions of consumers every day. Turn Your Passion for Food
i
nto Real Products If
you're
passionate about food, curious about consumer trends and interested in understanding how products make it from ideas to supermarket shelves, our Food Product Development Placement Programme could be for you. This placement has been designed to give you first-hand experience of Product Development within one of the UK's leading food businesses. Over 12 months,
you'll
gain exposure to
the
product development process, from
identifying
trends and generating ideas through to recipe development, customer presentations, factory
trials
and product launch. You'll
work alongside experienced Product Developers,
Chefs
and cross-functional teams, gaining valuable insight into the commercial,
technical
and operational considerations
required
to develop successful products. Most importantly,
you'll
be given real responsibility from day one, allowing you to contribute to live projects and develop your skills in a supportive environment. What You'll Be Doing As part of the Product Development team,
you'll
gain experience across a wide range of activities, including: Coordinating product samples and managing courier requirements to support customer requests and submissions.
Exploring food trends and
identifying
new product opportunities
Product benchmarking and competitor reviews
Supporting recipe development and product refinement
Supporting factory trials and product launches
Assisting
with critical path management and project coordination
Understanding ingredient sourcing and supplier engagement
Supporting product costings and commercial activities
Preparing products and supporting documentation for customer presentations
Participating in sensory evaluation sessions
Building relationships with Technical, Commercial, Process, Procurement and Operations teams
This is
predominantly an
office-based Product Development role, rather than a kitchen-based Chef position. What You'll Learn During your placement,
you'll
develop knowledge and experience in: Product Development processes
Ingredients and raw materials
Food trends and consumer insight
Nutrition and product quality
Factory manufacturing processes
Customer requirements and retailer expectations
Project management
Commercial awareness and product costings
Cross-functional working within a food manufacturing environment
You'll
gain a practical understanding of how successful food products are developed,
manufactured
and launched within the UK grocery market. What We're Looking For We're
looking for students who are genuinely excited by food,
innovation
and consumer products. Degree Currently studying a Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, Culinary Innovation, Hospitality or related degree programme and looking for a placement year as part of your undergraduate studies. Passion for Food A genuine curiosity about food, ingredients, consumer
trends
and innovation. Teamwork Experience of working effectively as part of a team through work,
university
or extracurricular activities. Motivation A desire to learn more about the food industry and explore a career within Product Development. Personal Attributes Strong attention to detail
Curiosity and willingness to learn
Positive attitude
Ability to take initiative
Adaptability and resilience
Driving Licence A full UK driving licence and access to transport is preferred, as some of our sites and suppliers may not always be readily accessible by public transport. Right to Work You'll
need to have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the placement. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. The Support You'll Receive We want you to succeed, so
you'll
be supported throughout your placement by experienced colleagues and leaders. Line Manager You'll
work closely with an experienced manager who will provide regular feedback, coaching and development support throughout the placement. Structured Development You'll
receive on-the-job training and gain exposure to a broad range of Product Development activities and projects. Business Exposure You'll
work with colleagues from across Technical, Commercial, Operations, Procurement and Process teams, helping you build a strong understanding of the wider business. Future Opportunities Successful placement students may be considered for future opportunities within Greencore, including direct-entry roles or places on our Graduate Programme. Where Could It Take You? This placement is designed to provide
a strong foundation
for a future career in Product Development. By the end of the placement,
you'll
have gained valuable experience within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, developed a deeper understanding of Product Development, and built skills that will support your future career. Whether your next step is returning to university or applying for one of our Graduate Programmes,
you'll
leave with practical experience and industry knowledge that will help set you apart. If
you're
passionate about food and excited by the idea of developing products enjoyed by consumers across the UK,
we'd
love to hear from you. Whats
next: Once you have
submitted
your online application, it will be reviewed to ensure you meet the required criteria. If you meet all the requirements and are selected to progress, you will move on to Stages 2 and 3: an automated online video interview and online aptitude testing. Once both stages have been completed and reviewed, successful candidates will progress to the final stage: an in-person assessment day, held at one of our sites or another designated venue. We reserve the right to close this advertisement before the stated closing date.
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£2
6
,
85
0 per annum
. An
additional
?uplift is also provided for employees based at a London site.?
Benefits:
Relocation
assistance
available
- Any relocation payments made will be paid back in?
July
2027
!
Access to employee benefits through our discount platform.
Location:
Greencore site
TBC
could be
London, Lincolnshire,
Boness, (Scotland)
,?
Newark
Northampton?or?Worksop?
Ways of Working:
Site-based Start Date:
End of June 2027
Contract Type:
12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Assessment Centre Date/Location:
Tuesday 26
th
January 2
027 at our Newark site Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026,
we're
one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose:
to make every day taste better. With more than 28,000 colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and US, we create food for every meal occasion, from breakfast and lunch through to dinner,
desserts
and snacking. Our scale means
you'll
have the opportunity to experience the fast-paced world of food manufacturing, working with some of the UK's biggest retailers while developing products enjoyed by millions of consumers every day. Turn Your Passion for Food
i
nto Real Products If
you're
passionate about food, curious about consumer trends and interested in understanding how products make it from ideas to supermarket shelves, our Food Product Development Placement Programme could be for you. This placement has been designed to give you first-hand experience of Product Development within one of the UK's leading food businesses. Over 12 months,
you'll
gain exposure to
the
product development process, from
identifying
trends and generating ideas through to recipe development, customer presentations, factory
trials
and product launch. You'll
work alongside experienced Product Developers,
Chefs
and cross-functional teams, gaining valuable insight into the commercial,
technical
and operational considerations
required
to develop successful products. Most importantly,
you'll
be given real responsibility from day one, allowing you to contribute to live projects and develop your skills in a supportive environment. What You'll Be Doing As part of the Product Development team,
you'll
gain experience across a wide range of activities, including: Coordinating product samples and managing courier requirements to support customer requests and submissions.
Exploring food trends and
identifying
new product opportunities
Product benchmarking and competitor reviews
Supporting recipe development and product refinement
Supporting factory trials and product launches
Assisting
with critical path management and project coordination
Understanding ingredient sourcing and supplier engagement
Supporting product costings and commercial activities
Preparing products and supporting documentation for customer presentations
Participating in sensory evaluation sessions
Building relationships with Technical, Commercial, Process, Procurement and Operations teams
This is
predominantly an
office-based Product Development role, rather than a kitchen-based Chef position. What You'll Learn During your placement,
you'll
develop knowledge and experience in: Product Development processes
Ingredients and raw materials
Food trends and consumer insight
Nutrition and product quality
Factory manufacturing processes
Customer requirements and retailer expectations
Project management
Commercial awareness and product costings
Cross-functional working within a food manufacturing environment
You'll
gain a practical understanding of how successful food products are developed,
manufactured
and launched within the UK grocery market. What We're Looking For We're
looking for students who are genuinely excited by food,
innovation
and consumer products. Degree Currently studying a Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, Culinary Innovation, Hospitality or related degree programme and looking for a placement year as part of your undergraduate studies. Passion for Food A genuine curiosity about food, ingredients, consumer
trends
and innovation. Teamwork Experience of working effectively as part of a team through work,
university
or extracurricular activities. Motivation A desire to learn more about the food industry and explore a career within Product Development. Personal Attributes Strong attention to detail
Curiosity and willingness to learn
Positive attitude
Ability to take initiative
Adaptability and resilience
Driving Licence A full UK driving licence and access to transport is preferred, as some of our sites and suppliers may not always be readily accessible by public transport. Right to Work You'll
need to have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the placement. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. The Support You'll Receive We want you to succeed, so
you'll
be supported throughout your placement by experienced colleagues and leaders. Line Manager You'll
work closely with an experienced manager who will provide regular feedback, coaching and development support throughout the placement. Structured Development You'll
receive on-the-job training and gain exposure to a broad range of Product Development activities and projects. Business Exposure You'll
work with colleagues from across Technical, Commercial, Operations, Procurement and Process teams, helping you build a strong understanding of the wider business. Future Opportunities Successful placement students may be considered for future opportunities within Greencore, including direct-entry roles or places on our Graduate Programme. Where Could It Take You? This placement is designed to provide
a strong foundation
for a future career in Product Development. By the end of the placement,
you'll
have gained valuable experience within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, developed a deeper understanding of Product Development, and built skills that will support your future career. Whether your next step is returning to university or applying for one of our Graduate Programmes,
you'll
leave with practical experience and industry knowledge that will help set you apart. If
you're
passionate about food and excited by the idea of developing products enjoyed by consumers across the UK,
we'd
love to hear from you. Whats
next: Once you have
submitted
your online application, it will be reviewed to ensure you meet the required criteria. If you meet all the requirements and are selected to progress, you will move on to Stages 2 and 3: an automated online video interview and online aptitude testing. Once both stages have been completed and reviewed, successful candidates will progress to the final stage: an in-person assessment day, held at one of our sites or another designated venue. We reserve the right to close this advertisement before the stated closing date.
TPBN1_UKTJ
Reference: WJ-5375_5761482