New Product Development Manager (Food)

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

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the chilled food sector is seeking a New Product Development Manager to join their dynamic team. This role involves creating innovative product concepts, ensuring they meet quality standards, and aligning with market trends. Ideal candidates will have experience in product development within the food industry, providing them with a chance to advance their career in a growing company.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Technologist or NPD Manager.
• Proven track record in product development for brand, retail, and food service customers.

Responsibilities

• Create concepts for new products from idea to launch.
• Prepare costings to ensure budget compliance.
• Conduct market reviews to identify development areas.

Skills

Presentation

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Food Graduate

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Client:

Blue Spark Organisation Ltd

Location:

Gloucester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

6

Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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 a range of products from concept stage to launch. With an understanding of your customers’ needs, you’ll create concepts that match their briefs while incorporating new trends within this fast-paced market.

You’ll help prepare costings to ensure products are produced within the agreed budget and work with internal teams to certify products meet quality parameters.

Keeping an eye on competitors’ ranges, you’ll also conduct market reviews to identify areas of development that can contribute to the company’s success.

The Person

Suitable for a proactive and passionate food graduate with experience as a Senior Technologist or NPD Manager, looking to develop their NPD and customer management skills within this innovative chilled sector.

Ideally, you’ll have a proven track record of developing products for brand, retail, and food service customers. Excellent presentation and project management skills are crucial, along with strong interpersonal skills to work closely with internal teams to drive projects forward.

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

Additional Information

Ref: L6858

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