At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative product development from concept to launch in a vibrant fragrance brand.
- Company: Join a passionate British fragrance house with a growing reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, creative environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative culture that values creativity and innovation.
- Why this job: Shape the future of fragrance with your vision and expertise in a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: 7+ years in NPD within fragrance or beauty, with strong technical and commercial skills.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Join a British fragrance house and own the full NPD function within a fast-growing, experience-led brand with a passionate following and an exciting product portfolio.
As Head of NPD, you will set the strategic direction for new product development and own the end-to-end pipeline, from concept ideation through to launch across fine fragrance, home fragrance and adjacent categories. You will lead a talented team, drive cross-functional delivery and act as the brand’s guardian of product quality, compliance and innovation.
- Set the long-term NPD vision and roadmap in close partnership with Marketing, defining category, format and white space opportunities across a 3 to 5 year horizon.
- Champion a disruptive innovation agenda, leading horizon-scanning sessions, innovation sprints and bold concept development.
- Brief and manage external fragrance houses, overseeing scent submissions, formulation development, stability testing and technical sign-off.
- Lead bespoke bottle, component and tooling development from concept through to production, providing hands-on technical expertise throughout.
- Own full project management including critical paths, costings, bill of materials, margin analysis and launch delivery.
- Oversee the artwork process from briefing through to regulatory compliance and final approval.
- Place first purchase orders for all NPD products and coordinate raw material and component procurement through to delivery.
- Build, coach and develop the NPD team, setting clear objectives and growing capability in line with the brand’s ambitions.
- Act as the central NPD contact across Marketing, Retail, Ecommerce, Supply Chain and external partners.
You bring at least seven years of NPD experience within fragrance, beauty or personal care, including senior or Head of NPD-level ownership of an end-to-end pipeline. Your hands-on technical expertise in mould and tooling development, combined with strong regulatory knowledge and sharp commercial acumen, sets you apart.
Head of New Product Development and Innovation in London employer: Artisan People Group
As a leading British fragrance house, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to take ownership of their projects and drive meaningful change. With a strong focus on personal and professional growth, we offer extensive development opportunities and encourage collaboration across teams, ensuring that every voice is heard. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a creative environment that inspires passion and excellence in product development, making us an exceptional employer for those looking to make a significant impact in the fragrance industry.
