NPD Process Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food product development is seeking an NPD Process Specialist to join their team. This role involves managing product development projects from concept to launch while ensuring effective communication with stakeholders and overseeing factory processes. The company offers a range of benefits including discounts, career progression, and well-being packages.

Benefits

15% discount in stores from day one

Additional 10% discount card for friends or family

Career progression and development opportunities

Subsidised staff canteen

Free parking

Market-leading pension and life assurance

Healthcare benefits including Aviva Digital GP

MyPerks discounts

Long Service Awards

Enhanced family and parental leave

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication skills to engage stakeholders.
• Strong project management in NPD from concept to launch.
• Enthusiasm and drive to push projects forward.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development journey, ensuring steps are delivered with care.
• Communicate project progress to stakeholders.
• Coordinate factory trials and oversee production runs.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Relationship Building

Organizational Skills

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Monday – Friday Days based can be flexible on start times

Due to significant ££ investment and NPD activities on a large, world-class manufacturing site, we have a recruitment drive for a NPD Process Specialist.

About The Role

They are proud to produce and manufacture many of their own food products, helping them stay close to their customers' needs. You'll be part of an exciting team that creates delicious food products. Whether it's innovating new items or perfecting existing ones, your work will have a direct impact on our customers’ tables.

As a key player in their product development team, you’ll take ownership of process development projects. From concept ideas to launching them in stores, you’ll oversee the process, ensuring everything runs smoothly and on time. Additionally, you will be responsible for managing key factory process settings to ensure the product is manufactured to the required specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Own the Process: Lead the development journey, ensuring every step is delivered with care.
2. Communicate Like a Pro: Keep everyone in the loop, from retail teams to suppliers, ensuring all stakeholders are updated on project progress.
3. Stay on Track: Manage timelines and tasks effectively, keeping everything on schedule.
4. Be Detail-Oriented: Ensure all documentation complies with regulations and maintains consistency.
5. Collaborate with Wider Teams: Work closely with colleagues to turn product briefs into reality, exceeding customer expectations.
6. Work with Suppliers: Source raw materials, collaborate, and handle paperwork to keep projects moving.
7. Factory Involvement: Coordinate factory trials and oversee initial production runs to ensure quality and consistency.
8. Process Management: Manage factory processes to optimize line settings, maintaining high quality standards.

About You

• Exceptional communication skills to inspire and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong project management experience, especially in Process control / NPD, from concept to launch.
• Relationship-building skills to maintain strong connections with colleagues and suppliers.
• Enthusiasm and drive to proactively push projects forward.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage complex projects with multiple deadlines.

In return, they offer:

• 15% discount in stores from day one
• Additional 10% discount card for friends or family
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Subsidised staff canteen
• Free parking
• Market-leading pension and life assurance
• Healthcare and well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP
• MyPerks discounts at shops, cinemas, gyms, and more
• Long Service Awards
• Optional payroll charity donations
• Enhanced family, maternity, and parental leave

For more information, contact Mike Butler at 07786116356 or send your CV to [emailprotected].

Candidates currently in roles such as NPD Process Specialist, NPD Technologist, or NPD Process Technologist may be suitable.

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