Job Description
NPD Manager – Buckinghamshire
Are you an experienced NPD professional with a passion for innovation and a talent for bringing products to life? We’re partnering with a well-established business in Buckinghamshire that is looking to appoint a confident and commercially aware NPD Manager to join their growing team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven NPD leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working closely with major retailers to deliver successful product launches.
The Role
As NPD Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end product development process — from concept through to launch — ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard. You’ll work cross-functionally with internal teams and act as a key point of contact for retail customers, presenting ideas and managing expectations throughout the development cycle.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage multiple NPD projects from concept to launch
* Drive innovation aligned with customer and market trends
* Build and maintain strong relationships with retail customers
* Present concepts and product updates confidently to external stakeholders
* Collaborate cross-functionally across technical, commercial, and operations teams
* Ensure project timelines, budgets, and critical paths are effectively managed
About You:
* Established NPD experience within a relevant FMCG or manufacturing environment
* Strong project management capability with proven delivery of successful launches
* Confident in customer-facing situations, ideally with retailer exposure
* Commercially astute with an innovation-focused mindset
* Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
What’s on Offer:
* Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home, depending on business needs)
* A collaborative and forward-thinking culture
* The opportunity to make a real impact within an innovation-led business
If you’re looking for a role where you can combine creativity, customer engagement, and structured project delivery — we’d love to hear from you.