New Product Development Manager (Food)

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chilled food sector seeks a New Product Development Manager to join their team in Bradford. The role involves overseeing product development from concept to launch while ensuring alignment with customer needs and market trends. Ideal candidates are proactive food graduates with relevant experience and a passion for innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Technologist or NPD Manager.
• Proven product development experience for various customers.
• Proactive, passionate food graduate.

Responsibilities

• Create products from concept to launch.
• Monitor competitors’ ranges and conduct market reviews.
• Prepare costings and ensure products meet quality standards.

Skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Food Science or related degree

Job description

Company: Blue Spark Organisation Ltd

Location: Bradford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

The Company

This market-leading manufacturer in the chilled food division supplies a wide range of delicious products. They are now seeking an experienced New Product Development Manager to join their customer-focused team.

The Role

In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll be a vital member of a dynamic NPD team, creating products from concept to launch. You’ll understand customer needs, create concepts that match briefs, and incorporate new trends within this fast-paced market.

You’ll prepare costings to ensure products are within budget and work with internal teams to certify products meet quality standards.

Monitoring competitors’ ranges and conducting market reviews will help identify areas for development to contribute to the company’s success.

The Person

Ideal candidates are proactive and passionate food graduates with experience as a Senior Technologist or NPD Manager, looking to develop their skills in this innovative chilled sector.

Proven experience developing products for brand, retail, and food service customers is preferred. Excellent presentation, project management, and interpersonal skills are essential for working closely with internal teams to drive projects forward.

If you have the ambition and talent to advance your career, apply now or contact Kimia at 0345 2600 737 for more information.

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