Overview
A market‑leading food manufacturer is looking for a NPD Manager to join its high‑performing innovation team. This is a career‑defining opportunity to work at the forefront of food development, partnering closely with one of the UK’s biggest retail accounts to deliver category‑leading products from concept through to launch.
Responsibilities
You will be the key contact for a leading retailer, managing the NPD process across multiple sites, driving innovation projects, coordinating critical paths and ensuring products are delivered to brief, on time and to the highest standards. Working closely with culinary, commercial and site teams, you will play a pivotal role in shaping future food strategies and bringing exciting new concepts to market.
Qualifications
To be considered, you must have a minimum of 3 years’ NPD experience within a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment, alongside a food‑related degree. Strong retailer experience, excellent stakeholder management skills, commercial awareness and a genuine passion for food innovation are essential. A full UK driving licence is also required, as the role will involve travel between manufacturing sites and retailer locations. The role offers 1–2 days working from home.
Benefits
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business recognised as a leader within its field, offering genuine long‑term career progression, exposure to major retail innovation and the chance to make a real impact within a forward‑thinking environment.
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