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? (ID 215)