Senior NPD Manager

Senior NPD Manager

Monday to Friday 8am-4pm (Flexible dependant on business needs)

Annual Salary £55-60K

What's in it for me?

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a  Senior NPD Manager to join our well-established client based in TIPTON, WEST MIDLANDS on a full-time permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity offering an amazing annual salary and room to grow and progress.

What are the benefits?

• A dynamic and innovative working environment focused on continuous improvement.
• Competitive salary and benefits package in line with experience and role responsibilities.

Day to Day Duties

• Lead and manage the NPD team, ensuring all projects are delivered to the highest standards within agreed critical path timelines and commercial parameters.
• Develop and optimise the current development process, improving departmental performance and driving business growth through innovation.
• Work closely with sales and marketing teams to develop, present, and launch profitable products.
• Ensure all NPD projects meet retailer, legislative, and internal requirements.
• Maintain customer and company quality standards while ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and company policies.
• Identify new NPD opportunities, respond to customer briefs, and present innovative solutions to major retailer customers and internal brand owners.
• Oversee process evaluations, ingredient changes, flavour enhancements, and packaging improvements.
• Keep up to date with market trends, legislation changes, and technological advancements to drive innovation.
• Report departmental performance monthly through KPIs, continuously seeking improvements.
• Support team development through one-to-ones, training, and succession planning.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and organised working environment, adhering to health and safety standards.
• Conduct staff briefings, training sessions, and promote effective communication within the team.
• Promote and uphold the company’s values, customer focus, and environmental responsibility.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in people management.
• Previous NPD Manager or Senior Technologist experience, developing concepts through to launch.
• Experience launching products into multiple market sectors, including retailers, brands, and export markets.
• Commercial awareness with a strong understanding of profitability and cost control.
• Excellent organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong numeracy and communication skills.
• Ability to form effective working relationships across all levels of the business.
• Teamworking and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage stressful situations diplomatically.

Desirable Experience

• 10 years of experience in people management.
• High-level experience launching products into retailers, brands, and global export markets.
• Industry-recognised food technical qualification (HND/Degree or equivalent).
• Proven track record of driving business growth through NPD and process optimisation.

What training is provided?

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to internal and external training to support team growth and personal development.
• Regular performance reviews and succession planning initiatives.

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