NPD Manager
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Sector: Food Manufacturing
Location: East Midlands | Commutable from Kettering, Wellingborough, Market Harborough & surrounding areas
Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent | Onsite
Salary: To be discussed
Hours: Monday to Friday | Flexible start times
iSQ Recruitment are working with a trusted recruitment partner to support an ambitious and forward-thinking food manufacturer with their search for an NPD Manager. You will play a key role in shaping the next generation of innovative snack products.
This is an excellent opportunity for a food-focused NPD professional to take ownership of a varied portfolio of NPD and EPD projects, working across a broad range of snack products and formats.
* Please note:
- This is a fully site-based position with no hybrid working.
- Applicants must have full Right to Work in the UK as visa sponsorship is not available.
- A full UK driving licence and own vehicle are essential.
- Occasional travel to customer head offices may be required, with expenses covered.
The Role - NPD Manager
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage multiple NPD and EDP projects from initial brief through to launch.
- Develop new products, flavours, coatings, shapes and formats across a range of snack products.
- Work directly with major retail customers, presenting concepts, prototypes and project updates.
- Manage customer expectations, handle objections and communicate effectively around project challenges or delays.
- Constructively challenge customer requirements where necessary.
- Work closely with Commercial, Category, Production and Technical teams to deliver successful projects.
- Identify opportunities through consumer, category and wider food industry trends.
- Ensure projects meet commercial, technical, quality and manufacturing requirements and remain on track against agreed timescales. xgikmsk
- Bring creative ideas and a genuine passion for food innovation to the development process.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Company Pension Scheme
- Flexible start times
- Monday to Friday working
- Expenses covered for occasional customer travel
- Ongoing investment in manufacturing and product development
- Employee recognition and development initiatives
- Death in Service
About You
- Proven experience in food manufacturing/ food NPD.
- Strong customer-facing experience, ideally with major retailers or large food customer...
NPD Manager in Northampton employer: ISQ Recruitment Careers
As a leading food manufacturer in the East Midlands, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to take ownership of their projects. With competitive salaries, flexible working hours, and a strong commitment to employee development, we provide an environment where creativity thrives and new ideas are welcomed. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of snacking while enjoying the benefits of a supportive workplace.
