NPD Manager - Reed : Job Details

• Annual Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
• Location: Scunthorpe
• Job Type: Full-time

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead and manage the end-to-end New Product Development process, from concept generation to factory trials and product launch.
• Collaborate closely with the Technical Manager and Quality Assurance team to ensure all new products meet safety, legal, and customer requirements.
• Work with sales, marketing, and production teams to align NPD projects with business strategy and market trends.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement across product lines.
• Conduct feasibility assessments and risk analyses for new recipes and processes.
• Prepare and present product samples, specifications, costings, and project timelines.
• Manage technical documentation and ensure traceability for new ingredients and suppliers.
• Liaise with external stakeholders including customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
• Support the technical team with audits, technical reporting, and root cause analysis where needed.
• Train and mentor junior team members in both NPD and technical functions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree in Food Science or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in food manufacturing, with proven experience in New Product Development.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards (BRC, HACCP, etc.).
• Hands-on experience in factory trials, scale-up, and process optimisation.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills – able to influence and lead cross-functional teams.
• Technically competent with an eye for commercial viability and product quality.
• Passionate, driven, and proactive with a genuine enthusiasm for food innovation.

Benefits:

• A collaborative and fast-paced working environment.
• Opportunity to shape the future of our product range.
• Career development within a growing business.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Company car provided.

Please apply at your earliest convenience to be considered for interview.