Product Development Manager

Company: Zest
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Location: South West
Job Description:

We are exclusively partnering with an ambitious and fast-growing challenger brand in the FMCG sector, seeking a highly organised and technically confident Product Development Manager to take ownership of its product portfolio.

This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role centred on driving product improvements, managing packaging and artwork updates and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance across multiple markets. You’ll work cross-functionally with Operations, Marketing and external partners to deliver seamless product updates, manage NPD timelines and ensure products remain consistent, compliant and commercially robust.

The ideal candidate will bring experience in food or FMCG product development, a strong understanding of labelling and regulatory requirements and a sharp eye for detail. You’ll be confident navigating quality processes, comfortable working with suppliers and able to manage multiple projects with pace and precision in a fast-moving environment.

In return, the business offers a great hybrid working model with flexible hours, giving you the opportunity to create a strong work-life balance.

If you’re looking to join a high-performing, collaborative team that’s growing rapidly year on year, with the ambition to build a standout brand in its category, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact.

Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity

If you would like to discuss more, please contact Danielle Bailey for a confidential conversation on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

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Posted: April 1st, 2026