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Henderson Brown Recruitment
Posted 4 days ago, valid for a month
Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire SA31, Wales
£75,000 - £85,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The New Product Development Site Lead position is a full-time permanent role based in Carmarthenshire, Wales, with a salary range of £75,000 to £85,000 per annum.
- The successful candidate will report to the Head of Innovation and Development and is expected to have a proven track record of managing NPD teams, particularly in fresh produce.
- Key responsibilities include leading customer own label development, cultivating relationships with customer developers, and managing the site NPD function.
- Candidates should possess expert knowledge in food science and manufacturing processes, along with experience supporting major retailers in the UK.
- This role offers a significant opportunity for career advancement within a respected food manufacturing company that supplies premium products to major retailers.
Full Time Permanent
75,000 - 85,000 per annum
Carmarthenshire - Wales
Our client is a leading food business who supply to a variety of the major retailers. As they continue to expand and grow their presence in the marketplace they are now seeking a driven and ambitious NPD Site Lead to join their business.
Reporting into the Head of Innovation and Development, this brand new role is an excellent opportunity for a Food or Fresh Produce professional looking for their role upwards to join a well-respected food manufacturing company that supplies premium products to a number of retailers.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Strategic Development: Lead customer own label development through the Stage and Gate process, ensuring flawless transitions from concept to launch.
* Accurately planning, resourcing and managing the site NPD function.
* Customer Engagement: Cultivate strong relationships with customer developers, influencing and aligning with their strategic plans.
* Industry Engagement: Attend trade shows, NPD events, and supplier reviews to stay informed on industry trends.
* Working closely with the Development Chefs and the Commercial Team, to ensure that all information is co-owned, co-approved and appropriate to the brief.
* Leading site Research and Development projects, as appropriate.
* Ensuring that the senior management team are updated with any issues relating to food safety and legality, ensuring that the appropriate actions are agreed and completed.
* Liaising with suppliers, third parties & external providers of expertise.
* Working proactively with respect to new processes, machinery, capabilities and product improvement.
Qualifications and Experience:
* A proven track record of managing NPD teams.
* A proven track record within fresh produce.
* Able to demonstrate key customer stake holder relationships.
* Experience of supporting major retailers and previous exposure to the top leading retailers in the UK.
* Expert knowledge in food science and manufacturing processes.
In return you will be given a generous salary and package and the opportunity to develop your career within a profitable and growing food manufacturing business.
If you believe you have the skills and personality to fit these requirements please either apply via this advert or call Henderson Brown on (phone number removed) for more information.
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