Dan McCormack, NPD Manager

JOINED DB FOODS FEBRUARY 2023

WHAT ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES AT DB FOODS?

New product development – developing and leading new food projects into the supermarket retailers and food service; from concept to launch:

  • Future Innovation
  • Food events and internal / external innovation sessions
  • Team leadership and development
  • Key customer and supplier relationships with respective Development and Innovation teams

WHAT DO YOU BRING TO THE ROLE?

7 years’ experience with Cranswick Foods across multi protein accounts including cooked meats, primal and slow cook. 2 years’ experience at Bernard Matthews looking after the Christmas turkey campaigns for all major retailers and AYR chicken and turkey products including BBQ.

I have a real passion for food and good cooking skills with an interest and knowledge of the latest global food trends.  I am a team player who is positive, energetic, friendly and supportive.

WHAT ATTRACTED YOU TO WORKING FOR DB FOODS?

I was approached by the Commercial Director about developing a new and exciting part of DB Foods into the retail sector.  Having the opportunity to develop new and exciting handmade products into retail was a role that could not be turned down.

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB?

Every day is different, having the opportunity to learn and develop by getting stuck into a new role. A role where I can lead change and really make a difference to a new and exciting part of the business.

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY OUTSIDE WORK?

Long distance running and mountain biking.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE MEAL?

Any Thai food – Pork Thai Larb Salad, with the family with everyone digging in at home when the weather is lovely outside.

DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN THREE WORDS

Adaptable, Industrious, Motivated