Are you passionate about creating products customers love? As a Lead Product Development Manager, you’ll plan & deliver the product development strategy for your category, bringing great quality, value and innovation to life across our own label range. You’ll lead a small team of talented Product Development Managers and Developers, working closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams to shape the future of our products. From spotting trends to driving strategic plans, you’ll make sure every product has a clear customer and business rationale. We’re looking for someone with a proven track record in product development, strong leadership skills, and a passion for food and innovation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love making a difference for customers, this could be the role for you! Leading a small team of Product Development Managers and Product Developers to ensure the delivery of the Product Development strategy across our own label range. Contributing to the strategic direction of the Product Development strategy within your area. Participating in Leadership team meetings and contributing to the broader Product Development plans. Leading change & contributing to the wider business projects, working with commercial, technical & marketing functions to deliver our plans. Leading the Product Development process for my area, with my NWT & suppliers, ensuring quality for customers and innovation are at the heart of what we do and all new products have clear customer & business rationale. Developing & driving a future strategic product & supplier plan for my area that compliments the business plan. Ensuring all our products and are formulated in line with our product rules, corporate initiatives & brand guidelines. Keeping updated with trends in product & packaging, competitor activity & market dynamics & sharing with my team. Developing and leading a high performing team, giving them the opportunities to be their best. Following our Business Code of Conduct & always acting with integrity and due diligence. Proven track record in product & proposition development. Range management in a fast-paced environment. Experience of working in the food industry or formal qualification. A passion for product & trends. Leadership & team development experience. Previous supplier & stakeholder management. Strategic & critical thinking experience. Influencing, clear communication & presentation skills, Data analysis & decision making. LI-HA1 LI-Hybrid