New Product Development Manager

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Client:

Handley James

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

1

Posted:

30.03.2025

Expiry Date:

14.05.2025

Job Description:

Our client is a well-established manufacturer of bespoke products. As a result of expansion, growth, and continued development, they have retained our services to source a New Product Development Manager to join the business. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to progress and develop their career further within a well-established organisation that is expanding and investing heavily in growth and its staff.

Reporting directly to the Technical Director, your main responsibilities will include:

1. Design and development of new products
2. Managing NPD & NPI projects from concept to completion
3. Work cross-functionally on the DFM/DFA process
4. Liaise with suppliers on components and material requirements for new products
5. Performing market research alongside the product team

Currently a Product Development Engineer or Manager, R&D or Design Engineer or Manager, you will be experienced in either design and development of products from conception to completion or improving product designs. Experience of a 3D CAD system is essential; SolidWorks is preferred. You will have proven experience of managing design multiple projects to good effect and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone to join an established, secure, and growing manufacturer to progress their career. This role offers immediate challenges, as well as the opportunity to lead multiple projects, offering an attractive starting salary and a progressive role that will provide continued development.