New Product Development Manager (Food)

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the chilled food sector seeks a New Product Development Manager to join their dynamic team in Stoke-on-Trent. This role involves developing products from concept to launch, understanding customer needs, and ensuring quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will be a proactive food graduate with relevant experience in the industry, and excellent interpersonal and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proactive food graduate with experience in NPD or as a Senior Technologist.
• Strong project management and presentation skills.
• Ability to work with internal teams to drive projects.

Responsibilities

• Create products from concept to launch.
• Conduct market reviews to identify development areas.
• Ensure product costings and quality standards are met.

Skills

Project Management

Presentation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Food Science Degree

Job description

New Product Development Manager (Food), Stoke-on-Trent

Client:

Blue Spark Organisation Ltd

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent, 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

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

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

You will conduct market reviews by monitoring competitors' ranges and identifying areas for development to 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 skills within the 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, along with strong 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.

Additional Information

Ref: L6858

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