NPD Manager (FTC)
- Employer
- Blue Spark
- Location
- South West England
- Salary
- £negotiable
- Closing date
- 26 May 2019
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- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Function
- Development
- Business Sector
- Food Manufacturing
Job Details
The Company
This is an excellent chance to join a prominent food manufacturer who produce innovative chilled products across a range of categories for prestigious customers. Highly ambitious and passionate about good food, they are now looking for an experienced NPD Manager to support the business on a fixed term contract.
The Role
In this essential and innovative role you will lead the development of new products, managing the critical path from concept to launch whilst ensuring that technical and quality standards are achieved. Up to date with the latest trends, you'll apply your knowledge and passion for food into innovative ideas that will also enhance the existing range of products that are delivered on time and under budget.
You’ll conduct customer presentations alongside building and maintaining relationships, acting as the dedicated contact to provide accurate communication both internally and externally. Additionally you’ll work with the Category team to input product knowledge and customer insight, guaranteeing development is aligned with all of the key customer requirements.
The Person
We are looking for an NPD Manager who has a proven record of driving innovation within a fast-paced chilled/ fresh food category, supported by a strong understanding of food science and manufacturing processes. You’ll have a good eye for spotting up and coming market trends with the ability to apply your research and translate your findings into workable products.
It is essential that you have great project management skills as well as an articulate presentation style. You’ll also be extremely organised, comfortable working in a customer facing role and will have previous experience delivering results from concept to launch in a retail or foodservice environment.
If you’re a real foodie with a passion for innovation and looking for your next innovations challenge then apply today or give Rachel a call to discuss in further detail on 0345 2600 737.
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Please note that we are only able to accept and respond to applications from candidates with eligibility to work in the UK and those who hold valid work visas.
Company
Blue Spark is a boutique recruitment consultancy for the Food and Drinks industry, satisfying a growing appetite for intelligent and ethical recruitment.
Working entirely free of commission, we source high calibre candidates for some of the most exciting organisations in the field.
Our friendly and creative consultants seek the perfect match with every appointment – be it graduate or director level, permanent or interim.
Established by Food professionals in 2006, our vast experience and intuitive grasp of market trends has earned us the superb reputation we enjoy today.
With a particular commitment to openness and innovation, Blue Spark offers a truly comprehensive range of recruitment solutions across all sectors of the Food and Drinks industry.
These include:
• Search and Selection
• Advertised Search
• Executive Search
• Database Search
• Proactive Candidate Generation
So whether you're seeking that dream job in Food and Drink, or the perfect people for your growing business, Blue Spark can deliver.
- Website
- http://www.blue-spark.org.uk/
- Telephone
- 0345 2600 737
- Location
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34 - 36 The Broadway
Haywards Heath
West Sussex
RH16 3AL
United Kingdom
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