Interim Concept NPD Manager

Summary

Excellent interim opportunity for an experienced product developer who enjoys the front end of development.  This interim NPD Manager role is all about driving innovation and working on new and exciting concepts for this business that take the creation of future products very seriously. 

Job Description

This is a great role within a business that is enjoying significant growth, which has been primarily achieved by the successful and highly innovative new product development plan that has been implemented over the last couple of years.  As such they are looking to expand and grow their NPD team and need additional interim resource. 

As Interim Concept NPD Manager you will be the senior contact for the businesses major retail customer and you will drive innovation and development inline with the briefs and development plans set out by the customer.  You will have direct reports who will support the concept development and help with the implementation and presentation of product proposals.   You will also be responsible for conducting regular internal meetings with all functions of the business to ensure joined up thinking throughout the business.  As Development Manager you will report directly to the Innovations Director.

Your background will include significant experience working as either a senior product developer with reports or as a development manager within a chilled food-manufacturing environment.

What will this assignment do for your interim career?

Expose you to the senior team of this business at an exciting time in their evolution.

Be part of a growing business that are enjoying success.

Work alongside like-minded development professionals within the retailer.

The opportunity to work with an interesting product range creating high profile products.

Ref SLM8403