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Recruitment Consultant, Commercial (Food and Drink)
New Product Development Manager
Are you a trailblazing NPD Manager within the pet sector looking for a new challenge?
Do you excel at developing new product lines from the ground up and staying ahead of emerging consumer trends?
Are you confident managing the end-to-end NPD process, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on delivery?
MacGregor Black is delighted to partner with a Leading FMCG brand in the search for an NPD Manager. This is a permanent role based in Yorkshire.
As NPD Manager, you will oversee the full product development process, from concept to launch, ensuring the delivery of innovative and commercially successful pet food products. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners, including manufacturing, to align market demands with creative solutions during this exciting growth phase.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage the entire product development lifecycle, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery
* Lead innovation initiatives by identifying market trends and consumer insights to drive business growth
* Audit and understand supply chain capabilities of external manufacturers
* Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Ensure products meet regulatory standards and align with commercial objectives
* Develop and expand the NPD function to support future business needs
What are we looking for?
* A proven track record in NPD within the pet food industry, preferably with cats and dogs
* Strong commercial acumen to deliver successful products on budget
* Understanding of key market trends in the category
* Experience working with and auditing external manufacturing capabilities
* Ability to develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders
* A strategic leader capable of developing the category and team for future growth
Salary - Competitive
For more information, please contact Lauren Waugh.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Product Management
Industries
* Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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