NPD Project Manager

Company: Alexander Steele Recruitment
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Location: London
Job Description:

We have partnered with a leading European snack manufacturing business to find a Co-Manufacturing Project Manager to join their growing operations team in the UK.

This is a high-visibility, business-building role where you will own co-manufacturing projects end to end from Business Case development through contract negotiation, delivery and ongoing account management.

Responsibilities

  • Build and present Business Cases to internal SteerCo and customers outlining timelines, CAPEX, financials and commercial terms
  • Negotiate contract terms with major brand partners
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, tracking progress against agreed baselines
  • Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams across R&D, supply chain, quality, finance and legal
  • Manage relationships with co-manufacturing partners and brand customers at a senior level
  • Monitor KPIs, identify risks early and drive resolution

Requirements

  • 3–5+ years of project management experience within food manufacturing or FMCG
  • Proven background in co-manufacturing, co-packing or contract manufacturing
  • Strong commercial and financial acumen — experience building business cases and negotiating contracts
  • Degree in Engineering, Food Technology or related discipline preferred

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary and package
  • High growth environment with real scope to expand the team
  • Direct exposure to major multinational food brands
  • A business genuinely investing in its Co-Manufacturing function

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Posted: May 24th, 2026