Head of Development - Lincolnshire, Yorkshire, North of England - £Six figure package including bonus, private healthcare & other benefits.
Overview: Over the past 24 months this food manufacturing business has been on quite the journey. They’ve invested a lot of money into their kitchens, factories and their innovation pipeline for the next 3 to 5 years. They’re in need of someone to steer the ship.
The business is going through an abundance of positive change led by the owners; however, they are not where they need to be yet, and there are still a few ongoing challenges. Therefore, we need an experienced individual with a strong background in the chilled category to succeed in this role.
Experience Required:
* As the Head of NPD, you will be expected to have worked with major retailers including but not limited to Sainsburys, Waitrose, Tesco, Morrisons, M&S etc.
* You’ll understand the pace and complexity of working in a chilled low care and/or high care environment.
* Ideally, you will have a relevant degree, but it’s not essential; we’re looking for experience over qualifications on this occasion.
* Understanding the stage gate process and adhering to it. You will find yourself accountable for the effective use of the process; if changes need to be made, you’re responsible for changing them.
* Managing large scale strategies in line with company expectations.
* Comfortable within environments in which reacting to change is a given. It’s not uncommon that you will plan for your week and find your attention pulled away.
The Role:
* Reporting directly into the Innovation Director of the group and having responsibility for a small team varying in experience.
* Engaging cross-functionally with key stakeholders including but not limited to Innovation Head, Commercial Managers, Engineering Manager, Site Technical Manager, and so on.
* Financial responsibility for the cost of new products and cost of products which have been signed off.
* Ensure that you establish the product portfolio for each season.
* Provide information on time and in full to the Innovation Director ahead of retail meetings and presentations.
* Steer the stage gate process.
* Develop the skillsets of the NPD Managers, Chefs, and wider development teams.
If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via the link provided quoting reference HM/TNT/913.
We are seeking applications from talented Senior New Product Development Managers, NPD Controllers, Head of NPD, or Head of Food who have had a specific focus on chilled food. Ideally living in Lincolnshire, Sheffield, East Yorkshire, or South Yorkshire.
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