You will help strategic positioning and management of the product portfolio, driving new product development projects as well as leading the charge on improvements to the existing portfolio.
Client Details
Our client is an innovative healthcare manufacturer with industry-leading products in its portfolio. This organisation, with its headquarters in Leeds, boasts a fantastic culture with strong work-life balance on offer.
Description
As an NPD Manager based in Leads you will be:
- Leading and managing new product development projects from concept to launch
- Collaborating with internal and external teams to ensure project objectives are met
- Support and lead on projects at multiple stages, from collection of consumer insights, business case development, and provision of technical project management through to market launch
- Identifying and evaluating new product opportunities in line with market trends
- Ensuring compliance with industry and company standards throughout the product development process
- Developing and implementing project plans, including timelines and budgets
- Presenting regular project updates to senior management
Profile
A successful NPD Manager should have:
- A degree in Life Sciences, Materials Science, Engineering or related
- Proven experience in product development within a regulated industry, healtchare / FMCG desirable
- A strong understanding of market trends and consumer behaviour
- Strong leadership and project management skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Proficiency in relevant software and analytical tools
Job Offer
Alongside a competitive salary, on offer is:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional birthday off
- Early finishes before bank holidays
- Hybrid working model
- Flexible core hours (10am-4pm)
- Bonus scheme up to 10%
- Private healthcare
- Workplace pension with 6% employer contribution
- Employee Assistance Program
We encourage all interested candidates who meet the above criteria to apply for this exciting opportunity!