Job Description
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced NPD Manager to join a leading UK food manufacturer at one of their key production sites in East Yorkshire. This business has strong commercial partnerships with major UK retailers and is investing in innovation as a core part of its growth strategy. This role will focus on a key major retailer relationship.
This is a site-based leadership role where you'll be responsible for managing the end-to-end NPD process — from concept through to successful launch — ensuring technical feasibility, customer satisfaction, and on-time delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the development and delivery of new and existing product ranges from concept to launch for a major retailer, leading presentations and managing the relationship with them.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with Commercial, Technical, Operations, and Procurement teams to align product development with business objectives.
* Oversee factory trials and process validations, ensuring product quality, consistency, and commercial viability.
* Drive a proactive, insights-led approach to innovation in line with food trends and customer expectations.
* Ensure all NPD activity aligns with food safety, legal, and quality standards.
What We’re Looking For:
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