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Npd Manager

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Stafford, Staffordshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

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.

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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.

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What’s in it for you?

£50,000.00 - £55,000.00 per annum

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Do you think you fit the criteria?

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