Your new company A leading food manufacturing business specialising in high-quality meat products for retail and foodservice customers. The company is committed to innovation, sustainability, and delivering exceptional products to meet evolving consumer demands. Your new role As NPD Manager, you will lead the development of new products from concept through to launch, ensuring alignment with customer briefs and market trends. You will manage the NPD team and collaborate closely with technical, production, and commercial departments to deliver projects on time and within budget. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience in NPD within the food manufacturing sector (meat experience desirable). Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple briefs. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Knowledge of food safety legislation and technical requirements. A creative and commercially focused mindset with attention to detail. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work with a market-leading business committed to innovation. Career development and progression within a dynamic environment. Collaborative and supportive team culture. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: NPD Manager Food Innovation Product Development