Matthijs Nieuwkoop

Product Development Manager at Jan Zandbergen Group

Matthijs Nieuwkoop is a skilled professional in the field of food technology and product development, currently serving as Product Development Manager at Jan Zandbergen Group since July 2020. Previous roles include Plant Manager a.i. at Future Food Group and involvement in new product development at Royal Smilde and FrieslandCampina. Matthijs has a strong academic background with a Master's degree in Food Technology - Product Design from Wageningen University & Research, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Food & Technology from Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences. Notable internship experiences include product research and development at the Riddet Institute and a focus on innovative meat analogues during an MSc thesis project. Matthijs has also contributed to quality control, research, and project management across various esteemed organizations, showcasing a breadth of knowledge in food science and technology.

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Veenendaal, Netherlands

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Jan Zandbergen Group

Jan Zandbergen "Innovation that Matters" is an international player in the market for meat, meat products and plant-based meat substitutes. It serves retail, food service and industry in the European home market. By keeping a close eye on the ever-changing market demand, Jan Zandbergen Group responds to the food needs of tomorrow. Thanks to years of experience in the market, expertise in a variety of fields, contributions to third-party research and in-house R&D department, and the right resources and capacity, Jan Zandbergen Group realizes new products, concepts and brands. Tailored and innovative solutions that that add value and ensure relevance within the meat and plant-based market. We are a modern family-owned company with boundless ambition. Our team consists of 270 employees, professionals who represent various fields and jointly take responsibility for the quality and reliability of our products and deliveries.