NPD Manager - Food Innovation & Launch

Advocate Group; Accrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food manufacturer in Accrington is seeking a New Product Development Manager to oversee product development from concept to launch. This role requires someone experienced in food NPD, with strong project management skills and the ability to work independently. The successful candidate will lead NPD meetings, manage timelines, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful product launches. Competitive compensation and opportunities for innovation await you in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food NPD, ideally within chilled/frozen manufacturing.
• Confident working independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent documentation and organisation capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of NPD and EPD projects.
• Chair weekly NPD meetings and manage project timelines.
• Develop kitchen concepts based on trend insights.

Skills

Experience in food NPD

Strong project management

Cross-functional communication

Hands-on mindset

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Excellent documentation abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

A leading UK food manufacturer in Accrington is seeking a New Product Development Manager to oversee product development from concept to launch. This role requires someone experienced in food NPD, with strong project management skills and the ability to work independently. The successful candidate will lead NPD meetings, manage timelines, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful product launches. Competitive compensation and opportunities for innovation await you in this dynamic environment.