NPD Manager

The role-The NPD Manager will be responsible for the concept delivery of all NPD and EPD briefs and the management of the gated NPD Process from concept to launch. This involves collaborating with key stake holders/head of departments to make sure that all developed products are commercially viable and technically safe & able to be processed and meet the customer/consumer needs.Keep ahead of the curve with any new insights, trends or competitor products and present these ideas to key stakeholders within the ABP Ellesmere site.Ensuring all new and current product development meets the culinary and innovation expectations of the business and customer ensuring ABP remains a market leading supplier.The management and the keeping of accurate records ensuring they are accessible for viewing by relevant personnel for all concept development stages, and these records are audit ready.Create timelines for every project through robust critical paths, with all the key actions and dates included. Ensuring that everyone in the project team is aware of the timings and any necessary actions needed from them.Work collaboratively with Commercial and Category to identify and create a progressive market leading NPD pipeline, that keeps ABP as leading supplier.Hold regular meetings with all departments to ensure open communication and expectations throughout a project.Personal specification-Good organization skills, project management and understanding of customer requirements and policies.Good knowledge of the meat and added value industry across multiple retailers.Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills both internally and externally.Demonstrates a passion for food and a sense of creativity flair and an understanding of food trends.Good customer management skills.Hours of Work:To be discussed at the interview