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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