NPD Project Manager for Fast‑Paced FMCG Launches

-; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nutrition company in Manchester is seeking a Project Manager to drive the delivery of new product development projects. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure timely product launches. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of project management experience in FMCG and possesses strong organisational skills. Responsibilities include managing project timelines, risk mitigation, and ensuring product compliance. The company offers a dynamic environment focused on innovation and team collaboration.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Up to 50% staff discount across THG brands

Access to in-house GP

Qualifications

• 4+ years' project management experience in FMCG, consumer goods, nutrition, food, or beauty.
• Experience managing NPD or product-led projects.
• Proven ability to drive accountability and maintain project momentum.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end project management for NPD projects.
• Build and manage detailed project plans with cross-functional tasks.
• Identify potential project risks early and propose solutions.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organisation

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Project management qualifications (e.g. PRINCE2, APM PMQ)

Tools

Monday.com

Jira

Smartsheet

Job description

A leading nutrition company in Manchester is seeking a Project Manager to drive the delivery of new product development projects. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure timely product launches. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of project management experience in FMCG and possesses strong organisational skills. Responsibilities include managing project timelines, risk mitigation, and ensuring product compliance. The company offers a dynamic environment focused on innovation and team collaboration.