Hybrid (3 Days onsite per week)
Kent
Key Responsibilities
* Project Leadership & Execution Lead and manage multiple New Product Development (NPD) projects concurrently, from initial scoping and kick-off through to implementation. Projects may be executed within our own manufacturing
* Portfolio Oversight Oversee the portfolio, ensuring weekly status updates are provided for all live projects to maintain visibility and alignment.
* Packaging Technical Workstream Management Manage the packaging workstream for all projects.
Responsibilities Include
* Sourcing off-the-shelf packaging formats aligned with customer briefs.
* Coordinating packaging approval with Supplier Quality Assurance.
* Conducting production trials to validate packaging compatibility.
* Performing fill and scoop tests and developing a streamlined, less manual testing method.
* Project Scoping & Review Ensure all assigned projects are thoroughly scoped and reviewed against agreed commercial and strategic criteria to support.
* Cross-Functional Team Leadership Facilitate project kick-off and core team meetings on a weekly or fortnightly basis, depending on project complexity and pace.
* Risk Management Conduct risk sessions with core teams to develop and maintain a comprehensive risk log and mitigation plan, updated bi-weekly throughout the project lifecycle.
* Timeline Development & Alignment Create detailed project timelines with input from cross-functional teams. Host alignment sessions to confirm timelines and critical paths, ensuring team commitment to delivery.
* Documentation & Communication Ensure accurate documentation of meeting outputs, actions, and decisions. Timely dissemination of information is critical to maintaining project momentum.
* Accountability & Reporting Hold project teams accountable for delivery. Provide weekly progress updates, highlighting risks and agreed mitigation strategies.
Requirements
* Experience within NPD/ Process
* Over 4 years experience within the food industry
* Proven track record leading/being a key member throughout projects
* University educated in food related degree
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