New Product Development Manager

Are you ready to take ownership of a busy NPD function and bring exciting new products to market?

The Advocate Group is proud to represent a leading FMCG brand in their search for a New Product Development Manager to join their growing team.

The Business:

• A well-established FMCG company with a strong reputation for innovation and private label partnerships.
• Exciting growth plans, with a focus on rebranding, new product launches, and customer-led solutions.
• A fast-paced SME environment where you can make a real impact.

The Role:

• Manage multiple concurrent projects, from small updates to major product launches.
• Oversee rebranding, packaging, and in-store testing.
• Deliver private label projects in collaboration with key customers.
• Prioritise projects and influence business stakeholders to achieve results.
• Negotiate with suppliers and settle internal challenges to keep delivery on track.
• Lead and develop a team, raising capability and strengthening skills.

About You:

• Strong NPD project management experience within FMCG
• Proven ability to manage multiple, fast-moving projects.
• Confident in supplier and customer negotiations, including private label work.
• Highly organised, detail-driven, and solutions-focused.
• Previous people leadership experience with ambition to grow further.
• ERP knowledge
• Thrives in an SME environment where you can wear many hats.

Highlights of the role:

• Opportunity to shape innovation across branded and private label projects.
• Autonomy and influence within a dynamic, growing business.
• Career progression in a supportive and collaborative environment.

If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you! Please apply with an up to date CV today.

Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors.

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