CrawlJobs Logo

NPD Manager

zestfoodjobs.co.uk Logo

Zest Food Jobs

Location Icon

Location:
United Kingdom , Buckinghamshire

Category Icon
Category:

Job Type Icon

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary Icon

Salary:

55000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Are you an experienced NPD professional with a passion for innovation and a talent for bringing products to life? We're partnering with a well-established business in Buckinghamshire that is looking to appoint a confident and commercially aware NPD Manager to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven NPD leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working closely with major retailers to deliver successful product launches. As NPD Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end product development process - from concept through to launch - ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard. You'll work cross-functionally with internal teams and act as a key point of contact for retail customers, presenting ideas and managing expectations throughout the development cycle.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead and manage multiple NPD projects from concept to launch
  • Drive innovation aligned with customer and market trends
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with retail customers
  • Present concepts and product updates confidently to external stakeholders
  • Collaborate cross-functionally across technical, commercial, and operations teams
  • Ensure project timelines, budgets, and critical paths are effectively managed

Requirements:

  • Established NPD experience within a relevant FMCG or manufacturing environment
  • Strong project management capability with proven delivery of successful launches
  • Confident in customer-facing situations, ideally with retailer exposure
  • Commercially astute with an innovation-focused mindset
  • Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
What we offer:
  • plus bonus and package
  • Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home, depending on business needs)
  • A collaborative and forward-thinking culture
  • The opportunity to make a real impact within an innovation-led business

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 16, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
Job Link Share:

Looking for more opportunities? Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Briefcase Icon

Similar Jobs for NPD Manager

Npd Project Manager

A dynamic, growing company supplying premium, bespoke ambient products to some o...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Kent
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
thepeopleco.com Logo
The People Co.
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • A food science, engineering, or related degree with proven experience in product development and project management
  • Several years of management-level experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong knowledge of food ingredients, packaging, processes, and food safety legislation (e.g., HACCP)
  • A creative, proactive problem-solver with a passion for industry trends and emerging technologies
  • Excellent communication and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
  • Confidence in managing budgets, leading trials, and delivering projects with precision and attention to detail
  • Experience with packaging development and client-focused technical solutions
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, adapting to change and driving results
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Inspire Innovation: Foster a culture of creativity, identifying new opportunities in products, ingredients, packaging, and processes
  • Trend Forecasting: Anticipate consumer trends and market opportunities to drive future-focused product development
  • Project Leadership: Manage the full NPD lifecycle, from ideation to production, delivering projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with food safety regulations
  • Research & Development: Explore new ingredients, equipment, and processes, providing costed recommendations and investment proposals
  • Collaboration: Work closely with production, technical teams, and suppliers to ensure seamless project execution and product compliance
  • Trials & Training: Oversee product trials, training, and performance monitoring to ensure successful market launches
  • Client Engagement: Prepare compelling presentations, pricing structures, and reports for internal and external stakeholders
  • Supplier Partnerships: Collaborate with the Supply Chain Manager and Buyer to source high-quality, compliant ingredients
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate NPD recipes, specifications, and paperwork to support product development and compliance
What we offer
What we offer
  • Healthcare & Bonus
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Npd Product Manager

NPD/EPD beauty/skincare specialists who are looking for a FTC/interim position i...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Manchester
Salary
Salary:
42000.00 - 46000.00 GBP / Year
drnewitt.com Logo
D R Newitt Recruitment
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Clear experience working end-to-end across Product Development within beauty and/or skincare (coverage inc. but not limited to: shade extensions, sampling, collections, accessories, PR, & product reformulations)
  • Strong project management & organisational skills
  • proficient in digital tools (e.g: Asana) & a detail-oriented approach to tracking timelines & supplier CPAs
  • Proven experience in costing, supplier negotiation, & margin management to achieve business targets
  • Excellent communication across teams (commercial/sales/marketing)
  • able to brief clearly, align teams, & present confidently to Board/SLT & external partners
  • In-depth understanding of product quality standards, testing processes, & risk management
  • A true love for NPD innovation informed by consumer insights, brand vision, & market trends
  • Leading & mentoring team members, fostering accountability, creativity, & operational excellence
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Organisation & Project Management: Ensure all developments align with the product calendar & review supplier CPAs & build project timelines within Asana (PM tool)
  • Collaboration & Management: Work with the wider NPD team to manage & support the PD Exec & PD Assistant
  • drive NPD, swag & exclusives aligned to commercial strategies
  • Delivery: Focus on EPD (extended product development) initiatives
  • lead & deliver clear briefs to the team
  • Risk Analysis: Identify risks within products & the business to ensure high quality standards are maintained and adhere to quality procedures
  • Testing & Market Analysis: Oversee testing plans to ensure the product is inclusive & resonates with our community
  • Reporting: Presenting status updates, concepts & feedback to Board/SLT & external leading retailers
  • Financials: Allocate target costs, review supplier quotes & negotiate costs to hit target margins
  • Representation: Attend global trade fairs, factories & uphold strong supplier relationships
What we offer
What we offer
  • Flexible Working (flexi start & finish times + WFH 1 day per week)
  • Product Perks: Annual allowance, exclusive discounts, & access to new launches before they go public
  • Regular Social Events: Team-Building days and seasonal parties
  • Leading Beauty Brand: Join an incredible team & be a part of a leading name in the beauty industry
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Senior Brand Manager

This newly created position reports directly into the Marketing Director and is ...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Yorkshire
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
ptexecutive.co.uk Logo
PT Executive
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • 3–5+ years’ experience in Consumer Brand Marketing at Brand Manager or SBM level
  • Background in FMCG – Food, Drink, Non-Food or Consumer Durables
  • Demonstrable experience in brand strategy, NPD and marketing activation
  • Strong commercial mindset with a passion for insight-led innovation
  • Collaborative, proactive and energised by pace and accountability
  • A true brand champion – passionate about premium brands and consumer engagement
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Own the Brand Strategy – Lead the development and execution of brand plans, ensuring consumer and customer insight remains at the heart
  • Drive Brand Innovation – Deliver best-in-class NPD and EPD projects – in full, on time and on budget
  • Lead the Marketing Mix – Full ownership across ATL, BTL, shopper marketing and retail activation
  • Manage External Relationships – Work closely with agency partners and suppliers to deliver excellence
  • Budget Responsibility – Own and manage the annual brand marketing budget
  • Champion Insight – Use market data, consumer research and trends to identify opportunities for innovation and brand refresh
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work with NPD, Sales and Category to drive cohesive brand execution
  • Project Involvement – Lead and support ad hoc strategic projects across the wider business
What we offer
What we offer
  • Attractive Salary + Benefits
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

NPD Technologist

Are you ready to take the lead in crafting innovative, delicious products for so...
Location
Location
United Kingdom
Salary
Salary:
28000.00 - 32000.00 GBP / Year
zestfoodjobs.co.uk Logo
Zest Food Jobs
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Proven experience in a food manufacturing or NPD environment
  • A passion for innovation, with a track record of developing standout products
  • Exceptional communication skills and confidence in customer-facing interactions
  • A proactive, solution-focused mindset with excellent project management abilities
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Leading end-to-end product development projects, from concept to commercialization
  • Collaborating with customers to understand their needs and deliver tailored, innovative solutions
  • Staying ahead of the curve by researching and interpreting market trends
  • Overseeing trials and ensuring products meet the highest quality and regulatory standards
  • Delivering polished proposals and presentations to customers and internal teams
What we offer
What we offer
  • plus package
Read More
Arrow Right

Commercial Marketing Executive

We are seeking a passionate and capable Commercial Marketing Executive to suppor...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Staines
Salary
Salary:
35000.00 - 47000.00 GBP / Year
https://www.office-angels.com Logo
Office Angels
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken)
  • Degree in Marketing or Business Management with a focus on Marketing/Sales
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in Sales, Trade Marketing, or Marketing
  • Experience in the food industry is essential, ideally within an international FMCG company
  • Proven experience working with the UK retail environment
  • Demonstrated success in managing marketing programs and NPD projects
  • Experience in developing and rolling out advertising campaigns with a 360° approach
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
  • Collaborative team player
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Support new product development (NPD) and brand management across multiple categories
  • Develop and implement in-store visibility strategies
  • Coordinate brand-aligned projects with packaging, supply chain, and production teams
  • Organise and oversee consumer engagement activities including promotions, sponsorships, and ambassador programs
  • Manage advertising and social media campaigns in collaboration with creative and media partners
  • Lead marketing innovation projects such as e-commerce initiatives
  • Analyse and report on market and consumer data, including retail panel and category insights
  • Assist sales teams with trade presentations and customer-specific marketing needs
  • Manage the local marketing budget
  • Actively participate in regional and global marketing teams
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Product Developer

Are you a creative and driven Product Developer looking to take the next step in...
Location
Location
United Kingdom
Salary
Salary:
40000.00 - 45000.00 GBP / Year
zestfoodjobs.co.uk Logo
Zest Food Jobs
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in New Product Development (NPD)
  • Confident running projects independently and managing deadlines
  • Strong creative and commercial mindset
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Passion for developing market-leading products
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Leading your own NPD projects from concept through to launch
  • Creating innovative products across both branded and own-label accounts
  • Working closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, technical and commercial
  • Presenting ideas, managing timelines, and ensuring successful product delivery
What we offer
What we offer
  • plus bonus and package
  • Opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile brands
  • A supportive team environment where your ideas genuinely make an impact
  • Great career development prospects within an ambitious business
Read More
Arrow Right

Senior Commercial Manager

As one of UK’s largest Food Groups Own Label Food Group, our client has an impre...
Location
Location
United Kingdom
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
ptexecutive.co.uk Logo
PT Executive
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Must currently Have or Had Strong- Top 4 Experience & Fully appreciate the Challenging and highly sophisticated nature of a UK leading Retailer
  • Management of NAE/Jnr NAM
  • Ability to Network & Influence throughout the Retail Matrix Space (Supply, Marketing, Finance etc)
  • Full P&L visibility not just at gross margin level but at ‘Contribution to Profit’ level – understanding influence on the whole business and the wider impact of commercial decisions
  • Naturally confident in dealing with peers and cross functional colleagues, as well as dealing with the Executive Board members internally and Senior Management externally
  • Ability to be able to reason and rationalise complex business scenarios
  • have the ability to manage the needs and demands of both internal strategies and external requirements by being able to demonstrate the balance of both.
  • Application of Category Management and the practical approach and actions
  • influence the necessary strategies to deliver category/profit growth by delivery to the consumer needs
  • Negotiate annual Joint Business Plans (JBPs)
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • You will be tasked with driving the full P&L management of one of their key customers
  • The emphasis will very much be on you to show how you can deliver and grow the Business
What we offer
What we offer
  • Attractve Salary & Benefits
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right
New

Assistant Brand Manager - New Product Development

We are seeking an innovative and detail-oriented Assistant Brand Manager to cham...
Location
Location
Malaysia , Kuala Lumpur
Salary
Salary:
6000.00 - 8000.00 MYR / Month
https://www.randstad.com Logo
Randstad
Expiration Date
March 06, 2026
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Minimum 3-5 years of marketing experience in the FMCG industry, with specific exposure to New Product Development (NPD)
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple timelines and stakeholders simultaneously
  • Analytical mindset with proficiency in interpreting market data and consumer insights
  • Creative thinker with a passion for skincare, personal care trends, and product innovation
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence cross-functional teams
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Innovation Pipeline Management: Support the development of the 3-year innovation funnel by identifying market gaps and consumer needs
  • Project Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams (R&D, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Finance) to ensure NPD projects are delivered on time and within cost benchmarks
  • Launch Execution: Assist in crafting go-to-market strategies, including pricing, packaging design, and initial trade sell-in plans
  • Market Analysis: Analyze consumer trends, competitor launches, and category data (Nielsen/Kantar) to validate new product concepts
  • Performance Tracking: Monitor the post-launch performance of new products and recommend optimization strategies to ensure sustainable growth
  • P.R. & Communication: Collaborate with agencies to develop compelling product claims and communication materials for launch campaigns
  • Budget & P&L: Assist in managing the NPD budget and preparing P&L simulations to ensure product profitability
Read More
Arrow Right