NPD Manager

b3 jobs; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in North London is seeking an NPD Manager to lead the product development process from concept to launch. You will manage NPD projects, build customer relationships, and drive innovation in the food sector. The role requires a degree in Food Science and experience in UK food manufacturing, preferably within the meat sector, offering a salary between £45,000 and £55,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in UK food manufacturing, ideally in the meat sector.
• Strong track record in leading teams and managing multiple NPD projects.
• Creative and strategic thinker with a solid understanding of consumer trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead the NPD team, managing the full product development process.
• Build strong customer relationships to support product development.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and fuel innovation.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Food Innovation

Consumer Insights

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Food Science or related field

Job description

Overview

This food manufacturer is part of a national business, supplying products to both the foodservice sector and manufacturers across the UK. With a strong passion for innovation, the business has played a key role in transforming an exciting niche into one of the fastest-growing sectors in the food industry.

About the NPD Manager job

Reporting to the Commercial Director, you'll lead the NPD team, managing the full product development process from concept to launch. You'll take ownership of NPD projects, ensuring successful delivery in line with briefs and timelines.

Key tasks

• Build strong customer relationships to support successful product development and uncover new opportunities.
• Work collaboratively across teams to ensure smooth and effective product launches.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, consumer insights, and competitor activity to fuel innovation.
• Create and deliver tailored presentations that align with customer needs and expectations.

About You

• The successful candidate shall possess a Degree in Food Science or related field, with proven experience in UK food manufacturing—ideally within the meat sector.
• Strong track record in leading teams and managing multiple NPD projects, ensuring delivery against tight deadlines.
• Creative and strategic thinker, passionate about food innovation, with a solid understanding of consumer trends and product development in the UK market.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for cross-functional and customer collaboration, with a full UK driving licence for site and client visits.

More details

The NPD Manager job (ref: 8949) is paying £45,000 - £55,000 according to your experience.

The site is in North London and is commutable from Ilford, Hackney, Waltham Cross and Potters Bar and surrounding areas.

The working hours are Monday to Friday.

Alternate job titles - New Product Development Manager | Head of NPD | Head of Product Development | Senior NPD Technologist | NPD Supervisor | Senior Development Technologist | Food Product Development Jobs