* Position: New Product Developer
* Salary: up to £32,000
* Location: Lancing
* Hours: 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday
* Able to work remotely 2 days at home after probation period. Off street parking and 31 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
We are looking for an experienced New Product Developer to join the NPD team of this fast-paced and modern FMCG business in the Lancing area.
As a New Product Developer, you will be responsible for getting entire product ranges from ideation through to on the shelf with well-known retailers, including some licensed products that they work alongside.
You will be accountable for every step of the product development, including negotiations, costings, 3D sampling, tooling, and internal and licensor approvals.
As a New Product Developer your role will include:
* Implementing and managing the end-to-end product development process
* Liaising and negotiating with Far East suppliers, ensuring costs and production methods match customer briefs
* Being responsible for sales sample and bulk production order generation, working closely with the Purchasing team
* Ensuring that suppliers’ internal resources and processes support the delivery of product NPD.
* Conducting market research tasks and compiling findings into a presentation that will be used company-wide.
Requirements:
* A passion for product design
* A good knowledge of the processes required to license products
* A keen eye for detail
* Ideally, a Bachelor’s Degree in product design or equivalent
* Previous experience developing products and working with Far East factories
Benefits:
* Free onsite parking
* Hybrid working (2 days a week)
* 31 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
* Private healthcare scheme
The role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a starting salary of up to £32,000, dependent on qualifications and experience.
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