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NPD Manager

Job description

Are you a creative foodie with a passion for turning fresh ideas into products consumers love?
I'm partnering with a brilliant chilled food manufacturer who are seeking an NPD Manager to own and drive the innovation pipeline for a successful, fast-growing business.

  • £40-50k

  • North Wales

  • Mon-Fri 7-4pm

Why You’ll Love This Role

  • Shape the Future: Lead the full journey from concept to supermarket shelf—market insight, recipe creation, packaging, and launch.

  • Innovate with Freedom: Spot trends, benchmark competitors, and bring exciting new dairy products to life.

  • Make a Visible Impact: Chair NPD meetings, set KPIs, and represent the business in audits and customer sessions.

  • Collaborate Across the Business: Work closely with marketing, production, and suppliers while keeping your finger on the pulse of consumer tastes.

What You’ll Do

  • Build and manage the NPD and EPD (existing product development) pipeline.

  • Research market trends and competitor launches to guide creative concepts.

  • Develop and cost recipes, oversee nutritional calculations, and coordinate packaging and artwork approvals.

  • Maintain supplier relationships, ensuring ingredient quality, safety, and compliance.

  • Manage product launches from trial to production, including critical-path timelines and pre-launch meetings.

Does this sound like the role for you? If so, please apply here and I'll get back in touch with you ASAP!