New Product Development Project Manager in Welwyn Garden City

Energy Jobline ZR; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic product innovation company in the UK is seeking a Product Development Specialist to manage new product launches and changes. This hybrid position offers a salary up to £40,000 plus benefits such as 25 days holiday and a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Marketing or a related field, along with experience in project management within the FMCG sector. Join us to turn innovative ideas into market-ready products!

Benefits

25 days holiday

Pension

Life Assurance

Wellness Days

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Technical field needed.
• Experience in Project Management or NPD within Food & Beverages or FMCG.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development from ideation to launch.
• Coordinate with Marketing, Sales, R&D, and suppliers.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and compliance.

Skills

Project Management

NPD

Procurement

Marketing

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Creativity

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Marketing or Technical field)

Tools

Project Planning Tools

Job description

Product Development Specialist

Hertfordshire based – hybrid working

Great benefits including basic salary up to £40,000 plus bonus, 25 days holiday, pension, life assurance, Wellness Days & more!

What You’ll Do:

You’ll lead the charge in managing and delivering new product launches and product changes across the UK and related markets. With a strong focus on innovation, execution, and cross‑functional collaboration, you’ll be the driving force behind exciting new additions to their product portfolio — whether they’re local market heroes or global game‑changers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and deliver the product development/change pipeline — from ideation to launch.
• Partner closely with Marketing, Sales, R&D, Supply Chain, and external suppliers to keep projects on track and on target.
• Manage all aspects of product change and development projects: timelines, budgets, risks, packaging, labelling, and compliance.
• Co‑ordinate with designers, researchers, and regulators to ensure everything is brand‑aligned and market‑ready.
• Maintain meticulous documentation and stage‑gate process adherence.
• Keep an eye on trends and bring fresh ideas to the table for continuous improvement.

What Success Looks Like:

• Projects delivered on time, in scope, and within budget.
• Seamless collaboration across internal and external stakeholders.
• A strong pipeline of exciting new products that meet market demands and regulatory standards.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree (Marketing or Technical field).
• Experience in Project Management, NPD, Procurement, or Marketing within the Food & Beverage or FMCG space.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint, and solid project planning tools knowledge.
• Familiarity with research methodologies, packaging development, and regulatory compliance.
• A critical thinker with creative flair, sharp attention to detail, and exceptional organisational skills.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a fast‑growing company that's constantly innovating.
• Work in a collaborative, agile, and supportive team culture.
• Get exposure to local and global product launches.
• Enjoy career development opportunities, training, and more.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're passionate about product innovation and love the thrill of turning big ideas into tangible products, we want to hear from you!