THG is a fast-moving, global technology business that specialises in taking brands direct to consumers. Our world-class proprietary tech and infrastructure powers our extensive portfolio of beauty, nutrition and lifestyle brands and is now helping drive exponential growth of our clients' brands globally.
We're powered by a global team of over 7,000 ambitious people around the world. Our culture is fast-paced and entrepreneurial, it's this DNA that has supported our incredible growth.
We're always looking for individuals that can bring fresh and innovative thinking to THG, and play a part in driving the group forward on its exciting journey. So, if you're ready to take the next big step in your career, challenge yourself every day and evolve with the world around you, THG is ready for you.
Role: New Product Development Manager - MyProtein
Myprotein, THG's largest brand, is known for the unrivalled passion of its staff, whose dedication has turned it into a market leader in multiple territories globally. Myprotein, from production through to PR, is a large single unit working consistently to deliver rapid growth in a fast-moving industry. Innovation, creativity, and resourcefulness are common characteristics of the staff across all departments in this ever-expanding team.
NPD Manager (Core Sports Nutrition)
Reporting to the Head of NPD, the NPD Manager methodically sets out NPD strategy for Myprotein's core sports nutrition range, building out sports nutrition supplement products and sub-ranges, driving incremental revenue growth via innovation, continuous quality improvement, and margin maximization. This role propels the business into new product categories and solutions by leveraging exceptional market expertise, championing lateral thinking, and influencing key stakeholders. Highly effective at delivering NPD with others, you will manage a team of NPD Technologists who handle hands-on application work. The role will involve a high degree of problem-solving, talent development, and project management.
Responsibilities:
* Managing a team of NPD Technologists focusing on Core Sports nutrition (e.g., ready-to-mix powder products aimed at performance/body-composition improvement).
* Setting out and delivering NPD strategy for Core NPD to meet agreed KPIs.
* Project managing from concept to launch, meeting delivery deadlines accurately.
* Managing a high volume of complex projects, prioritizing well and tactically assigning resources.
* Tracking performance of all managed categories/regions/products and making strategic NPD decisions based on these.
* Leading methodical concept & formulation development, taking into account internal data, nutritional knowledge/evidence-based practice, market research, commercial aspects, technical feasibility, and food law compliance.
* Aligning with the wider territory/marketing/brand teams to collectively drive innovation across the business.
* Managing suppliers - working within technical, operational, and commercial constraints.
* Developing talent - supporting other teams to bring products to successful launch, championing professional development and true innovation.
* Keeping up to date with the latest technologies, trends, and research.
Qualifications:
* Exceptional understanding of the sports nutrition industry and supplement formulation.
* Nutrition/Food technology degree or equivalent.
* Minimum 5 years experience in NPD (or equivalent).
* Experience in managing a small team.
* Understanding of NPD stage/gate process.
* Proven track record of business growth via NPD planning & execution.
* Enthusiastic and proactive personality, excellent communication skills, and ability to work well as part of a team.
* Able to work well under pressure and deliver to strict deadlines.
* Problem-solving, lateral thinking, and creativity.
Benefits:
* Hybrid work schedule: 3 days in-office; 2 days WFH.
* Salary: $85,000 - $95,000.
* Office Location: New York City.
* Medical, Dental, Vision plans.
* 401K matched up to 5%.
* Generous PTO (Paid Time Off).
* Short and long-term disability.
* Summer Fridays (early end time).
* Exclusive employee discounts on THG Brands.
* Many more...
Because of the high volumes of applications our opportunities attract, it sometimes takes us time to review and consider them all. We endeavour to respond to every application we receive within 14 days. If you haven't heard from us within that time frame or should you have any specific questions about this or other applications for positions at THG, please contact one of our Talent team to discuss further.
THG is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
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