Product Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Nantwich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading brand in the healthy dairy sector is looking for a Product Project Manager to oversee the end-to-end process of bringing innovative products to market. This role involves driving product lifecycle, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring consumer-focused project delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product or project management.
• Track record of managing critical paths and delivering projects.
• Strong analytical mindset with a consumer-first approach.

Responsibilities

• Drive the full product lifecycle from idea through to launch.
• Collaborate with NPD team to create new product concepts.
• Define and manage the product roadmap in line with business objectives.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Team player

Confident communication

Job description

Job Description

Location: Nantwich (Site Based)

Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent

Salary: up to £40,000 DOE

Are you a highly organised and driven project manager with a passion for bringing new food products to market?

Join Eatlean—an innovative and high-growth brand in the healthy dairy space—as we develop and launch exciting new cross-category products in the UK and internationally.

About the Role

As a Product Project Manager, you’ll lead the end-to-end process of bringing new Eatlean products from concept to shelf. Working cross-functionally with teams including NPD, Ingredients, Sales, and Marketing, you’ll identify market opportunities, champion consumer needs, and help deliver a pipeline of products that drive growth and enhance our brand.

This is a fast-paced role suited to someone who thrives on managing multiple projects, translating strategic goals into real products, and making things happen.

What You’ll Do

• Drive the full product lifecycle—from idea through to launch
• Analyse consumer insights and sales data to identify opportunities
• Collaborate with the NPD team to create new product concepts
• Define and manage the product roadmap in line with business objectives
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to deliver projects on time
• Act as the voice of the consumer, ensuring relevance and impact across markets
• Support the marketing and sales team with compelling messaging and positioning
• Contribute to export planning and global brand reach

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in product or project management (ideally in FMCG or food)
• Track record of managing critical paths and delivering projects at pace
• Confident communicator and team player able to influence at all levels
• Experience working with cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical mindset with a consumer-first approach
• Comfortable handling data, coordinating timelines, and solving problems
• Full UK driving licence

Why Join Eatlean?

You’ll be part of a brand that’s redefining healthy dairy, backed by passionate people and a culture of innovation and agility. We’re small enough that you’ll have real impact—and big enough to make a difference in global markets.