This company provides artisanal baked goods to retailer and food service accounts across the UK. They’re looking for new talent to complement their future growth plans. About the NPD Manager job The purpose of your role will be to play a key role in driving product innovation and ensuring that bakery products align with market trends and company objectives. Key tasks Oversee a small NPD team and the entire development process, from concept through to launch, ensuring projects meet time and cost specifications. Design and present new, innovative products while continuously improving or re-engineering existing ones to optimise performance and cost. Conduct market research to keep the business competitive and identify growth opportunities. About You A strong passion for the food industry and baking, along with proven product development experience within a large-scale/commercial bakery, focusing on innovation and product stability (shelf life, texture, flavour enhancements). Excellent understanding of market trends. More details The NPD Manager role (ref:8925) is paying a competitive salary according to your experience. The site is based in Kent and is commutable from Canterbury, Herne Bay, Ramsgate, Margate, Sandwich and surrounding areas. Alternate job titles - New Product Development Manager | Head of NPD | Head of Product Development | Senior NPD Technologist | NPD Supervisor | Senior Development Technologist | Food Product Development Jobs