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Product Development Manager

Job Posted: 20 days ago

Salary: £ 55,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Norfolk

Expire in: 8 days

Job Description

Title: Product Development Manager
Salary: £55-65k
Location: Norwich

Overview

A commercially focused Product Development Manager responsible for leading end-to-end NPD and EPD projects within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. The role involves managing product launches from concept to market, driving innovation, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring products meet customer, commercial, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  * Lead NPD and EPD projects from concept through to launch.

  * Develop commercially viable, consumer-led products in collaboration with customer, culinary, and commercial teams.

  * Manage project timelines, critical paths, and stage-gate processes to ensure successful launches.

  * Coordinate cross-functional teams including operations, procurement, packaging, finance, supply chain, and technical functions.

  * Ensure all products meet customer specifications, legal requirements, allergen standards, sustainability expectations, and quality standards.

  * Maintain accurate product data, recipes, and costing information within internal systems.

  * Identify opportunities for product improvement, cost optimisation, and operational efficiency.

  * Oversee product handovers into manufacturing and ensure launch readiness.

  * Support continuous improvement initiatives across product development processes.

  * Assist with packaging artwork approvals and compliance documentation.

  * Manage budgets and contribute to value chain improvement projects.

  * Lead, coach, and support the development team to maximise performance and engagement.

  * Monitor market, consumer, and competitor trends to identify innovation opportunities.

  * Support strategic product planning and customer-focused product roadmaps.

  * Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers through effective communication and collaboration.

Skills & Experience

Essential

  * Experience in product development within the food manufacturing industry.

  * Proven track record of launching food products from concept to market.

  * Strong project management and organisational skills.

  * Experience with product costing, budgeting, and supply chain processes.

  * Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.

  * Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

  * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Desirable

  * Experience within relevant food categories.

  * Experience working with geographically dispersed teams.

  * Degree or equivalent qualification in Food Science, Business, Marketing, or a related discipline.

Personal Attributes

  * Passionate about food innovation and consumer trends.

  * Commercially aware, proactive, and solutions-focused.

  * Collaborative, adaptable, and results-driven.

  * Comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

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