Our client, a large Food Manufacturer in the UK, are currently recruiting a high-impact senior role. 

They are looking for a highly skilled Senior NPD Manager to act as the strategic right hand to the Head of Innovation to help shape and deliver their 12–18 month customer-focused NPD pipeline.

They would like to find an inspiring leader and proven project manager with experience launching high-volume, complex products.

Ideally, the successful candidate will have worked with the major retailers, and driven category growth as a sole or fortress supplier.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the Concept team to deliver best-in-class product innovation
• Build and manage a robust pipeline grounded in consumer insight
• Plan and balance resources to meet critical paths and peak periods
• Oversee Stage 2 of the NPD process, ensuring accuracy and feasibility
• Partner closely with Packaging, Commercial, and Category teams
• Build senior customer relationships and showcase creativity and trends
• Coach and develop your team to keep everyone aligned to strategy and goals

Skills & Experience

• Strong strategic thinking and commercial acumen
• Confidence to take control and drive projects forward
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Experience in high-volume product launches, ideally with fortress supplier status

This is a demanding, rewarding role in an ambitious business with big plans.

Please get in touch for more informaiton or apply with your CV today.