NPD Manager: Drive Snack Innovation & Growth

Hunter Savage; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private label manufacturer in Northern Ireland seeks a New Product Development Manager to oversee the entire product development process. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and launch new snack products. The ideal candidate has a degree in Food Science and proven experience in NPD within the food industry. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related discipline.
• Experience in NPD within the food manufacturing industry.
• Strong project management capabilities.
• Experience leading product development teams.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP protocols.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative approach to product innovation.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills.
• Good team player who is flexible and reliable.
• Professional and passionate about the food industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the entire NPD process.
• Manage product trials and sensory evaluations.
• Ensure timely completion of key development milestones.
• Collaborate with the commercial team for product launches.
• Monitor and analyze industry trends and consumer behaviour.
• Ensure audit compliance in NPD activities.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Food safety regulations

Product innovation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Food Science or Food Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

A leading private label manufacturer in Northern Ireland seeks a New Product Development Manager to oversee the entire product development process. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and launch new snack products. The ideal candidate has a degree in Food Science and proven experience in NPD within the food industry. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for progression.