Please note this role will require one day per month in South Wales.
Are you ready to take ownership of a busy NPD function and bring exciting new products to market? Advocate Group is proud to represent a leading FMCG brand in their search for a New Product Development Manager to join their growing team.
The Business:
* A well-established FMCG company with a strong reputation for innovation and private label partnerships.
* Exciting growth plans, with a focus on rebranding, new product launches, and customer-led solutions.
* A fast-paced SME environment where you can make a real impact.
The Role:
* Manage multiple concurrent projects, from small updates to major product launches.
* Oversee rebranding, packaging, and in-store testing.
* Deliver private label projects in collaboration with key customers.
* Prioritise projects and influence business stakeholders to achieve results.
* Negotiate with suppliers and settle internal challenges to keep delivery on track.
* Lead and develop a team, raising capability and strengthening skills.
About You:
* Strong NPD project management experience within FMCG
* Proven ability to manage multiple, fast-moving projects.
* Confident in supplier and customer negotiations, including private label work.
* Highly organised, detail-driven, and solutions-focused.
* Previous people leadership experience with ambition to grow further.
* ERP knowledge
* Thrives in an SME environment where you can wear many hats.
Highlights of the role:
* Opportunity to shape innovation across branded and private label projects.
* Autonomy and influence within a dynamic, growing business.
* Career progression in a supportive and collaborative environment.
If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you! Please apply with an up to date CV today.
Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors.
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