At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative product development from concept to launch in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join a well-established business in Northamptonshire focused on innovation.
- Benefits: Make a real impact and enjoy a creative, engaging work culture.
- Other info: Opportunity to thrive in a dynamic team and build relationships with major retailers.
- Why this job: Combine your passion for innovation with customer engagement and structured project delivery.
- Qualifications: Proven NPD experience in FMCG or manufacturing and strong project management skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced NPD professional with a passion for innovation and a talent for bringing products to life? We're partnering with a well-established business in Northamptonshire that is looking to appoint a confident and commercially aware NPD Manager to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven NPD leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working closely with major retailers to deliver successful product launches.
The Role
As NPD Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end product development process – from concept through to launch – ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard. You'll work cross-functionally with internal teams and act as a key point of contact for retail customers, presenting ideas and managing expectations throughout the development cycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage multiple NPD projects from concept to launch
- Drive innovation aligned with customer and market trends
- Build and maintain strong relationships with retail customers
- Present concepts and product updates confidently to external stakeholders
- Collaborate cross-functionally across technical, commercial, and operations teams
- Ensure project timelines, budgets, and critical paths are effectively managed
About You
- Established NPD experience within a relevant FMCG or manufacturing environment
- Strong project management capability with proven delivery of successful launches
- Confident in customer-facing situations, ideally with retailer exposure
- Commercially astute with an innovation-focused mindset
- Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
What's on Offer
The opportunity to make a real impact within an innovation-led business. If you're looking for a role where you can combine creativity, customer engagement, and structured project delivery – we'd love to hear from you.
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