New Product Development Manager (Food)

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

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the chilled food division is seeking a New Product Development Manager in Peterborough. This role involves product creation from concept to launch, requiring a food graduate with previous experience in product development and management skills. The successful candidate will enhance their skills in a dynamic environment focusing on customer satisfaction and meeting market trends.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Technologist or NPD Manager.
• Background in developing products for brand, retail, and food service.
• Proactive and passionate attitude required.

Responsibilities

• Create products from concept to launch based on customer needs.
• Prepare costings and ensure products meet quality standards.
• Monitor competitors and identify new development opportunities.

Skills

Presentation

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Food Science or related degree

Job description

New Product Development Manager (Food), Peterborough

Client: Blue Spark Organisation Ltd

Location: Peterborough, 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 seeking an experienced New Product Development Manager to join their customer-focused team.

The Role

You will be a vital member of a dynamic NPD team, creating products from concept to launch. Your understanding of customer needs will help create concepts that match briefs and incorporate new trends. You will prepare costings to ensure products are within budget and work with internal teams to certify products meet quality standards. Monitoring competitors and conducting market reviews will help identify development opportunities to 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 NPD and customer management skills in the 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.

If you have the ambition and talent for this role, apply now or contact Kimia at 0345 2600 737 for more information.

Ref: L6858

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