Are you an experience NPD Project Manager looking to develop your career in a major paper product manufacturer based at our site in Grantham? You will play a vital role in the end to end NPD process including research, innovation, production trials and continuous development.
You will be working Monday to Friday 08:30 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. at our Grantham office, with a requirement to travel to the Ellesmere site.
About the Role
As the NPD Project Manager you will solely lead the new product development projects and own the end-to-end new product development process from concept through to launch. Responsibilities include:
- Be the site paper, packaging and materials expert.
- Regularly review packaging materials, products, and processes to drive innovation, help with efficiencies and continuous improvement.
- Responsibility for generating new packaging ideas. Working closely with suppliers, customers and site design team to create innovative and exciting product proposals, from conception to 3D modelling.
- Support and drive concept development and EPD.
- Constant review of the environmental impact and sustainability.
- Chair NPD meetings.
- Creation and implementation of project plans with clearly identified critical paths, check points and sign-offs.
- Maintaining effective NPD communication across the business and to all departments.
- Management of NPD budget.
Benefits
- Company pension
- Life assurance
- Free company products
- Free on-site parking
- Food, retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms discounts
- Wellness programmes, including Employee Assistance Program and OnDemand GP service
- Free early access to pay scheme
- Salary sacrifice schemes
- Employee referral scheme
Essential Skills
- Comfortable and experienced in a manufacturing and technical environment
- Flexible & willing to travel - this is a dual-site role: Ellesmere Port (Cheshire) & Grantham (Lincolnshire)
- Excellent communicator (written and verbal) at all times
- Proficiency at Microsoft Office programmes such as Word and Excel is essential
- Understanding of BRC and other customer COPS's
Desirable Skills
- Line management experience
- Preferable - 2-years manufacturing experience within a technical/NPD area
- Knowledge of specifications and customer portals is preferred but not essential, as training will be given
DE&I
At Northwood, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone is welcomed and respected. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all.