New Product Development (NPD) Specialist Job at Myton Food Group (Bradford)

Job Responsibility

Own the Process: You’ll lead the development journey from concept to launch, making sure every step is delivered with care
Communicate Like a Pro: Keep everyone in the loop, from retail teams to suppliers, making sure all stakeholders are up to speed on the progress of each project
Stay on Track: You’ll manage timelines and tasks like a seasoned project manager, keeping everything on schedule
Be Detail-Oriented: Ensure all documentation is spot-on for regulatory compliance and consistency
Collaborate with wider Teams: Work closely with wider colleagues to turn their product briefs into reality, ensuring we meet and exceed customer expectations
Work with Suppliers: Source new raw materials, collaborate with suppliers, and handle the paperwork to keep projects moving forward
Get Creative: You’ll formulate recipes and prepare samples that bring product briefs to life, showcasing your culinary flair
Factory Involvement: Coordinate factory trials and oversee the first production runs to ensure top-notch quality and consistency
Benchmark and Taste: Organise tasting sessions and benchmarking to assess product quality, and create action plans for improvements
Evaluate Success: Post launch, you’ll review product performance and make any tweaks to keep our products at the top of their game

Exceptional Communication Skills: You should possess the ability to inspire and engage with stakeholders at all levels and across various functions within the organisation
Strong Project Management Experience: Demonstrated experience in New Product Development (NPD) is crucial for this role. You should have a track record of successfully managing NPD projects, from concept to launch
Relationship Building Skills: Building and maintaining strong relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and other stakeholders is a vital part of this role. Your ability to connect with and influence others will be important for project success
Enthusiasm and Drive: A proactive and results-oriented mind-set is necessary to drive projects forward and deliver on objectives
Organisational Skills: Strong organisational skills are essential for managing complex projects with multiple tasks and deadlines.

Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays)
15% discount in our stores available from the day you join us
Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member
Career progression and development opportunities
Subsidised staff canteen
Free parking
Market leading pension and life assurance
Healthcare/Well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP
Morrisons MyPerks with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more
Long Service Awards
Optional Payroll charity donations
Enhanced Family/maternity/parental leave