The assistant product development manager role is an important role in RDQ organisation which requires experience in product development and technical project management to implement the agreed programs of work. This can be focused toward design or implementation or cover the breadth of the NPD process, innovation, renovations and maintenance activities eg cost savings - as business priorities demand. Technical project management of complex NPD & EPD projects in accordance with the agreed procedures to ensure successful and timely delivery of the projects Represent RDQ Implementation within cross-functional teams to deliver range extensions, renovations, innovations and cost savings across UK & EU projects. Provide technical knowledge to ensure all product executions are right first time, profitable, competitive, legal & meet brand requirements. Ensure product approval process is completed (including actions identified) and responsibility transferred to SU & QA. Works with project team and builds strong relationships across multiple functions. Good knowledge of ingredients, supply chains & manufacturing processes through close supplier & factory interaction Ensure all products/prototypes used for consumer research are safe and representative. Ensure all necessary trials are completed satisfactorily and documented, reference samples stored & risks communicated. Monitor costs of trials. Ensure the appropriate post-trial testing programs are well considered & implemented successfully to enable correct recommendations are made in execution of projects. Generate accurate technical data and writing of ingredient & product related specifications, considering & writing Safety by Design, whilst ensuring ingredient & products are harmonised / efficiently managed wherever possible. Build & maintain strong relationships with colleagues in RDQ & other functions (MU’s, SU’s, TQS, Procurement & Category Marketing) Ensure smooth project management across the project team with close interaction with Regional & Category RDQ teams as required. Encourages cross fertilisation of knowledge with wider RDQ colleagues Take responsibility for self-development and exhibit Nomad cultural behaviours Relevant Science Degree – eg Food Science, or 2 years proven experience working in FMCG product development role Basic understanding of UK & EU regulation and legal labelling is a benefit English speaking incl technical language. Full UK driving licence (as some travel may be required)