New Product Development Project Manager

Salt Digital Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG brand is seeking a New Product Development Manager to innovate in healthy eating and supplements. This role involves managing product development from concept to shelf, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating across teams. Join a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Opportunity for future career progression

Dynamic, entrepreneurial environment

Real ownership in product development

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in NPD and project management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end product development from concept to shelf.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across R&D, marketing, operations, and suppliers.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication

Project Management

Job description

Job Title: New Product Development Manager

Location: Hybrid

Job Type: Contract

Industry: FMCG / Consumer Goods

Rate: Paying up to £250 a day

OUTSIDE IR35

My client is an ambitious and fast-growing FMCG brand on a mission to reimagine what’s possible in the world of healthy eating and the supplement space. We’re looking for a New Product Development Manager to support the creation of innovative, high-quality supplement and food products that our customers love.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a tangible impact in a values-led, consumer-focused business.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the end-to-end product development from concept through to shelf
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across R&D, marketing, operations, and suppliers
• Coordinate trials, tastings, and sample evaluations
• Track project timelines and ensure milestones are met
• Support regulatory compliance and documentation
• Ensure consistent product quality and innovation

What You Bring:

• 2+ years’ experience in NPD and project management
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and timelines
• A detail-oriented mindset with strong organisational skills
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
• Experience in the food industry is highly desirable
• Please note: as part of this role, you will be expected to taste and evaluate meat-based products.

Why Join My Client?

• A unique chance to shape products from the ground up
• Work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment with real ownership
• Opportunity for future career progression in a rapidly scaling business
• Be part of a brand that’s passionate about flavour, sustainability, and innovation

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*Rates depend on experience and client requirements

Job Information

Job Reference: JO-2505-353243

Salary: £150.00 - £200 per day

Salary per: day

Job Duration: 6-months

Job Start Date: 19/05/2025

Job Industries: PR & Communications

Job Locations: Greater London

Job Types: Contract

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