New Product Development Manager (Food)

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

Job summary

A leading chilled food manufacturer seeks a New Product Development Manager in Reading. The role involves fostering innovation from concept to launch, collaborating with teams, and responding to market trends in a competitive landscape. Ideal candidates will possess project management and interpersonal skills, having previously developed products for various markets.

Qualifications

• Proactive food graduate with experience in NPD or senior technologies.
• Proven track record of product development for various clients.
• Strong skills in collaboration and customer management.

Responsibilities

• Create products from concept to launch in the NPD team.
• Monitor competitors and conduct market reviews for development opportunities.
• Prepare costings and ensure products meet budget and quality standards.

Skills

Project Management

Presentation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Food Science Degree

Job description

Company:

Blue Spark Organisation Ltd

Location:

Reading, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Details

• 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

This varied and rewarding role involves being a vital member of a dynamic NPD team, creating a range of products from concept to launch. You will understand customer needs, create concepts that match briefs, and incorporate new trends within this fast-paced market.

You will help prepare costings to ensure products are produced within budget and work with internal teams to ensure products meet quality standards.

Monitoring competitors' ranges and conducting market reviews will also be part of your responsibilities to identify development opportunities that contribute to the company's success.

The Person

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

Ideally, you will have a proven track record of developing products for brand, retail, and food service customers. Excellent presentation and project management skills are essential, along with strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal teams.

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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