New Product Development Manager
Full Time Permanent
£55,000 - £58,000 per annum
Carmarthenshire - Wales
Our client is a leading food business who supply to a variety of the major retailers. As they continue to expand and grow their presence in the marketplace they are now seeking a driven and ambitious NPD Manager to join their business.
Reporting into the Lead NPD Manager, this brand new role is an excellent opportunity for a Food or Fresh Produce professional looking for their role upwards to join a well-respected food manufacturing company that supplies premium products to a number of retailers.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Strategic Development: Lead customer own label development through the Stage and Gate process, ensuring flawless transitions from concept to launch.
* Customer Engagement: Cultivate strong relationships with customer developers, influencing and aligning with their strategic plans.
* Presentation Excellence: Establish the function as a centre of excellence for product development through high standards in customer presentations.
* Budget Oversight: Manage development budgets in coordination with the Lead Product Development Manager.
* Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate internally to optimise the development process and drive continuous improvements.
* Supplier Relationship Management: Work closely with suppliers to stay ahead in NPD thinking and concept creation.
* Market Insight: Conduct mar...