Npd Manager

Are you an experienced NPD Manager looking for your next opportunity?

This role offers remote work with occasional travel to Leeds, providing the chance to collaborate closely with a major UK retailer. You will lead projects from concept to launch, working within a dynamic multinational team. With exciting travel opportunities and the chance to drive innovation in a fast-paced environment, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.

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You will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Working on customer briefs and tenders, including NPD, EPD, and Blue-Sky Innovation, while liaising with suppliers.


• Collaborating with manufacturing sites and UK customers to ensure smooth product development and delivery.


• Working closely with Commercial and Technical teams to keep all stakeholders well-informed.


• Supporting commercial teams with panel presentations, submission sheets, and product cooking demonstrations.


• Coordinating samples between suppliers and customers.


• Ensuring QAS documents align with customer standards.


• Conducting benchmarking, market research, and weekly store visits to analyse market trends.


• Leading product consistency panel reviews, both internally and with customers.


• Overseeing artwork sign-off and packaging coordination.


• Keeping project trackers up to date and maintaining the Critical Path.


• Embracing company culture and values in day-to-day responsibilities.


• Ensuring BRC processes are followed, gathering necessary documents and approvals before product launches.


• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date internal administrative records.

‍What's required?

• Minimum 3, ideally 5 years of experience in a similar role.


• A degree in Food Technology.


• Experience working with the ‘Big 4’ retailers (Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Aldi, Morrisons, etc.).


• Background in the breaded chicken, party foods, or snack foods categories.


• A positive and professional attitude, with self-motivation and ambition.


• A strategic and innovative mindset with strong attention to detail.


• Excellent time management and organisational skills.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across all levels and functions.


• A full driving licence, as client locations may not be easily accessible by public transport.

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‍What's in it for you?

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£45,000.00 - £55,000.00 per annum

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‍Do you think you fit the criteria?

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‍Want to find out more about the role?

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