Are you an experienced NPD Project Manager looking to develop your career in a major paper product manufacturer based at our site in Grantham? You will play a vital role in the end-to-end NPD process including research, innovation, production trials, and continuous development.
You will be working Monday to Friday 08:30 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. at our Grantham office, with a requirement to travel to the Ellesmere site.
About the Role
As the NPD Project Manager, you will solely lead the new product development projects and own the end-to-end new product development process from concept through to launch. Responsibilities include:
* Be the site paper, packaging, and materials expert.
* Regularly review packaging materials, products, and processes to drive innovation, help with efficiencies, and continuous improvement.
* Responsibility for generating new packaging ideas. Working closely with suppliers, customers, and site design team to create innovative and exciting product proposals, from conception to 3D modelling.
* Support and drive concept development and EPD.
* Constant review of the environmental impact and sustainability.
* Chair NPD meetings.
* Creation and implementation of project plans with clearly identified critical paths, checkpoints, and sign-offs.
* Maintaining effective NPD communication across the business and to all departments.
* Management of NPD budget.
Benefits
* Company pension
* Life assurance
* Free company products
* Free on-site parking
* Food, retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms discounts
* Wellness programmes, including Employee Assistance Program and OnDemand GP service
* Free early access to pay scheme
* Salary sacrifice schemes
* Employee referral scheme
Essential Skills
* Comfortable and experienced in a manufacturing and technical environment
* Flexible & willing to travel - this is a dual-site role: Ellesmere Port (Cheshire) & Grantham (Lincolnshire)
* Excellent communicator (written and verbal) at all times
* Proficiency at Microsoft Office programmes such as Word and Excel is essential
* Understanding of BRC and other customer COPS's
Desirable Skills
* Line management experience
* Preferable - 2-years manufacturing experience within a technical/NPD area
* Knowledge of specifications and customer portals is preferred but not essential, as training will be given
DE&I
At Northwood, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone is welcomed and respected. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all.
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