Benn Smith
Innovation @Saputo Inc.
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WORK HISTORY
Innovation @Saputo Inc.
Leading all innovation activity across the Saputo Dairy UK Cheese landscape including Cheddar, Speciality, Plant based, Brands, Private Label, Food Service, Licensing and International.Developing & Implementing the 3 year strategy and product pipelines across the portfolio.Working directly with retailers, brand leaders, commercial leaders, R&D specialists, project managers, suppliers and co-manufacturers to bring consumer orientated & commercially aligned products to market.
EDUCATION
The Manchester Metropolitan University
Bachelor's degree, Food Science and Technology
SKILLS
ABOUT BENN SMITH
An experienced product, innovation and consumer trend specialist with an extensive background across multiple added value product categories within Chilled and Frozen areas. A proven track record in bringing ‘NEW’ to market and delivering stretch to some of the UK’s longest standing Brands and Private Label offerings. Excellent communicator and passionate foodie who combines product, process, innovation and commercialisation skills to deliver strong growth with winning products. Has uniquely held and delivered in roles ranging from Specifications, Artwork Management and Packaging Development through to Branded, Retailer and B2B concept creation, process improvement, value optimisation and Category expansion. A true foodie at heart with ambitions of leading and driving Innovation both within the UK and Globally.
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