We are working exclusively with an excellent food business in London to support them with the appointment of an experienced NPD Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong NPD professional to take ownership of product development projects from concept through to launch within a dynamic and innovative environment. The role will also involve leading and developing an NPD team while working closely with commercial, operations and technical teams to deliver high-quality products to market. Candidates with experience in food manufacturing and ideally chilled category will be particularly well suited to this role. Key Responsibilities * Lead the development of new food products from concept through to launch * Manage multiple NPD projects and ensure delivery against agreed timelines * Oversee and improve internal product development processes and project management systems * Work cross-functionally with operations, commercial, technical and supply chain teams * Support the translation of customer briefs into commercially viable products * Build strong working relationships with customers and internal stakeholders * Monitor market trends, consumer insights and competitor activity * Conduct benchmarking and identify opportunities for product innovation * Manage, mentor and develop members of the NPD team Candidate Profile We are looking for a commercially minded NPD professional with stro...