NPD & Innovation Lead – FMCG (12-Month)

Rockfield Specialist Recruitment; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global FMCG manufacturer is seeking a Product Development Manager for a 12-month fixed term contract in Basingstoke. The role involves leading a product development team, managing complex innovation projects, and driving excellence in food technology. Candidates should have a background in food manufacturing and experience in managing multiple projects. This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in powder-manufacturing processes is highly desirable.
• Hands-on management of multiple projects is required.
• Knowledge of statistical tools for analyzing data is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead a product development team and manage NPD and innovation projects.
• Provide technical leadership and governance within the product development team.
• Deliver projects and provide technical guidance for feasibility assessments.
• Build effective relationships with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Background in food manufacturing

Line management experience

Technical understanding of ingredients

Numeracy for trend analysis

Job description

A global FMCG manufacturer is seeking a Product Development Manager for a 12-month fixed term contract in Basingstoke. The role involves leading a product development team, managing complex innovation projects, and driving excellence in food technology. Candidates should have a background in food manufacturing and experience in managing multiple projects. This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.