Are you ready to take ownership of exciting, hands-on NPD projects from concept to launch?
This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and commercially minded product developer to work on added-value products for leading retail customers. You’ll be at the centre of innovation — collaborating with cross-functional teams, influencing strategy, and ensuring every new product delivers exceptional quality, taste, and value.
You will be responsible for, but not limited to:
* Managing all NPD and EPD projects from concept through to launch, ensuring alignment with customer and consumer expectations.
* Leading customer presentations and maintaining strong external relationships throughout the development process.
* Delivering commercially viable, technically sound, and operationally feasible products within agreed timelines.
* Collaborating closely with Technical, Category, Commercial, and Operations teams to ensure product success at every stage.
* Driving a continuous improvement culture through an EPD pipeline focused on quality enhancement, packaging innovation, and process efficiency.
* Managing and developing direct reports, providing clarity, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
* Staying ahead of food trends and competitor activity to support the creation of a forward-thinking innovation pipeline.
What’s Required?
* Proven experience managing NPD projects from concept to launch within food manufacturing.
* Strong knowledge of the added-value or protein industry and retail customer requirements.
* Excellent project management, organisational, and communication skills.
* Creative flair and a genuine passion for food, flavour, and innovation.
* Confident presenting ideas to customers and engaging cross-functional teams.
* Relevant degree or equivalent experience in Food Science, Technology, or related field.
* Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
What’s in it for you?
£50,000.00 - £55,000.00 per annum
Do you think you fit the criteria?
Want to find out more about the role?
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