Job Description
The Company
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded chilled food business business that has long been a leader in the food industry. We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced New Product Development Manager lead their small NPD team and help bring fresh, innovative concepts to life.
Please note that this is a site-based role and a UK driving license is essential. You will be traveling to your customers HQ’s frequently.
The Role
Reporting into the Head of Food, you'll take the lead on key NPD projects, acting as the primary contact for all new product development work within your retailer accounts. From the initial concept to final launch, you’ll be right at the heart of the process, seeing your ideas make it onto supermarket shelves for consumers to enjoy. You'll also manage a small team, ensuring they’re developed and supported in order to deliver product excellence.
Working closely with NPD Chefs, Process, Technical and Commercial teams, you'll play a key role in ensuring the products you develop meet customer, consumer, and category objectives. Your strategic vision will also help shape the medium- and long-term development plans, driving continuous improvement and category growth.
The Person
You'll be an experienced NPD profess...