New Product Development Specialist

Posted 5 days 5 hours ago by Salt

Permanent
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Essex, United Kingdom
Job Description

Job Title: New Product Development Manager

Location: Hybrid

Job Type: Contract

Industry: FMCG / Consumer Goods

Rate: Paying up to £250 a day

OUTSIDE IR35


My client is an ambitious and fast-growing FMCG brand on a mission to reimagine what's possible in the world of healthy eating and the supplement space. We're looking for a New Product Development Manager to support the creation of innovative, high-quality supplement and food products that our customers love.


This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a tangible impact in a values-led, consumer-focused business.


What You'll Do:

  • Support the end-to-end product development of food products from concept through to shelf
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration across R&D, marketing, operations, and suppliers
  • Coordinate trials, tastings, and sample evaluations
  • Track project timelines and ensure milestones are met
  • Support regulatory compliance and documentation
  • Ensure consistent product quality and innovation


What You Bring:

  • 2+ years' experience in NPD and project management
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and timelines
  • A detail-oriented mindset with strong organisational skills
  • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
  • Experience in the food industry is highly desirable
  • Please note: as part of this role, you will be expected to taste and evaluate meat-based products.


Why Join My Client?

  • A unique chance to shape products from the ground up
  • Work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment with real ownership
  • Opportunity for future career progression in a rapidly scaling business
  • Be part of a brand that's passionate about flavour, sustainability, and innovation


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