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Job summary

A market-leading manufacturer in the chilled food sector is seeking a New Product Development Manager to join their York team. In this dynamic role, you will create innovative products, manage project costs, and drive product certification efforts. Ideal candidates will have a background in food science and experience in product development.

Qualifications

  • Proactive food graduates with experience as a Senior Technologist or NPD Manager.
  • Experience in developing products for brand, retail, and food service customers.
  • Excellent project management and presentation skills required.

Responsibilities

  • Creating products from concept to launch and managing customer needs.
  • Preparing costings to ensure products stay within budget.
  • Conducting market reviews to identify development opportunities.

Skills

Project Management
Presentation Skills
Interpersonal Skills

Education

Food Science Degree

Job description

New Product Development Manager (Food), York

Client:

Blue Spark Organisation Ltd

Location:

York

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 seeking an experienced New Product Development Manager to join their customer-focused team.

The Role

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

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

Monitoring competitors' ranges, you will conduct market reviews to identify development opportunities that 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 NPD and customer management skills in the chilled sector.

Proven experience in developing products for brand, retail, and food service customers is preferred. 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

Due to high application volumes, it may take up to 5 working days to respond. If you do not hear within this period, your application has been unsuccessful. We provide necessary accommodations to support all applicants throughout the process.

Note: Applications are accepted only from candidates eligible to work in the UK with valid work visas.

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