NPD Project Lead for FMCG Launch & Cross-Functional PM

Whitworths Limited; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the NPD and EPD project management process. You will coordinate with various teams to ensure successful product launches in line with business strategies. The ideal candidate will bring significant FMCG or food manufacturing experience, along with strong project management skills. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits including 33 days holiday.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days holiday

Workplace pension

Family friendly health benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience in FMCG or food manufacturing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and critical paths simultaneously.
• Proven success in delivering NPD and/or customer-specific launch projects.

Responsibilities

• Own the NPD and EPD project management process, ensuring milestones are hit.
• Work closely with Brand and Commercial teams to deliver launches.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to bring ideas to life.

Skills

Project management

FMCG or food manufacturing experience

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Critical path discipline

Job description

A leading food manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the NPD and EPD project management process. You will coordinate with various teams to ensure successful product launches in line with business strategies. The ideal candidate will bring significant FMCG or food manufacturing experience, along with strong project management skills. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits including 33 days holiday.