My job
We are seeking an NPI Manager to the team on a 3 month fixed term contract, based at our manufacturing site in Attleborough. This exciting role in a fast paced food environment balances evenly across customer and site responsibilities.
This role will work closely with the Product Development Team and NPI Technologists in nurturing a food culture in the business, in line with our journey to become a world class food company.
The successful candidate will be accountable for the execution of customer and category development, from factory trials through pre-launch and launch phases, ensuring delivery of technical, operational, and commercial objectives, through cross functional collaboration with category, customer, and site stakeholders.
We are looking for someone with an in depth knowledge of process development, manufacturing experience, customer and people management with a deep routed love for food. As we are a food led business, the role would highly suit someone with a strong culinary background with chef experience to underpin the process and manufacturing experience.
Skills & Knowledge
1. Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
2. Ability to coordinate projects and lead multiple teams.
3. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
4. Knowledge of current legislation, relevant to food manufacturing and prod...