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You will be joining a leading food manufacturing business known for its innovation, quality, and strong customer partnerships. The company supplies a wide range of fresh and prepared food products to major retailers and foodservice clients across the UK and Ireland. With a focus on continuous improvement and investment in new product development, this is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking team in a business that values creativity and collaboration.

As NPD Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of innovative food products from concept to launch. Working closely with commercial, technical, and production teams, you will manage the NPD pipeline, ensuring all projects meet customer expectations, quality standards, and commercial targets. You will oversee kitchen trials, factory scale-ups, and customer presentations, while also identifying trends and opportunities to drive category growth. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role with real influence over the future product range.

You will have a strong background in food product development, ideally within chilled or fresh food manufacturing. Experience managing NPD projects from concept through to launch is essential, along with excellent communication and project management skills. You’ll be commercially aware, customer-focused, and passionate about food innovation. A food science or related degree is desirable, and experience working with major UK retailers will be a distinct advantage.

In return, you’ll join a dynamic and supportive team within a business that encourages creativity and innovation. You’ll benefit from a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for career progression, and the chance to work on exciting, high-profile projects. The company offers a collaborative culture and a strong focus on quality, sustainability, and continuous improvement.