NPD Project Manager - Asia

William Grant & Sons; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company based in the United Kingdom seeks a packaging development expert with project management experience. You will lead local Asia luxury new product developments focused on high-end gifting packaging. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in project management within packaging and a strong knowledge of materials. Competitive salary and great benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Private Healthcare

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance cover

Product allocation

Cycle to Work scheme

Annual charity allowance

Learning resources

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in packaging, production or supply chain.
• Knowledge of print technologies, carton board, rigid board, wood, metal and plastics.
• Ability to interface with suppliers, manufacturing, and marketing stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop luxury packaging components for high-end gifting of scotch whiskies.
• Project-manage all aspects of material development.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects.

Skills

Project management experience

Knowledge of packaging materials

Strong communication skills

Risk assessment expertise

Change management

Job description

Job Introduction

We have a rare and exciting opportunity for a packaging development expert with Project Management experience to join our team in Shanghai to Lead local Asia Luxury new product developments for William Grant & Sons. The developments centre around luxury secondary packaging and primary pack embellishments for Asia Specific markets.

Responsibilities

• Develop luxury packaging components for high‑end gifting of scotch whiskies using materials ranging from carton board, rigid board, wood, metal and plastics.
• Work closely with our Asia based Marketing, Supply Chain, Procurement and Quality representatives to deliver brand‑aligned regional gifting and packaging initiatives.
• Project‑manage all aspects of material development, align quality standards, conduct testing and trialling, and oversee re‑pack operations.
• Ensure that the final product is developed within the defined NPD process and delivered ‘fit for purpose’ to Asia market aspirations, on‑time and within budget.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to deliver projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders (Global Brand Directors, Brand Innovation Managers, Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, Material Control, Supply Partners and Re‑pack facilities).

About You

• 5+ years of project management experience in packaging, production or supply chain, preferably in a FMCG environment.
• Knowledge of packaging materials, specifically print technologies, carton board, rigid board, wood, metal and plastics.
• Excellence in leading change initiatives end‑to‑end to strict timescales.
• Demonstrable experience in risk assessment and budget management.
• Drive, determination, innovation, strong communication skills and well‑organised.
• Ability to interface cross‑functionally with suppliers, manufacturing and marketing stakeholders.

Are you that 'Rare Character' we are looking for?

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary and benefits, including participation in a bonus plan.
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy or sell additional holidays.
• Private Healthcare and Doctor@Hand (remote GP service).
• Defined contribution pension plan (company contribution of 8%–10% based on employee contribution).
• Employee Assistance Programme for practical, impartial support on everyday matters.
• Life Assurance cover at a multiple of eight times the annual basic salary.
• Product allocation so you can enjoy our fantastic portfolio of brands.
• Cycle to Work scheme for discounted bike purchase and savings.
• Annual charity allowance of up to £1,000.
• Learning resources to help you be your best self.

About William Grant & Sons

At William Grant & Sons, we value every employee for their rare character, distinctive skills, experience and perspectives. We aim to create an environment where all can bring their whole selves to work. This includes a strong focus on Diversity & Inclusion and an agile working philosophy.

Inclusive Recruitment Process

We want to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive and aligned to our company values.

William Grant & Sons