NPD Manager

New Product Developer Wembley £38,000-£45,000 per annum    Talent Guardian is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established food manufacturer based in Wembley. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven New Product Developer to join a busy NPD team and play a key role in bringing exciting new food products to life.    Reporting to the NPD Manager, you'll take ownership of development projects from initial brief right through to successful launch. You'll work closely with commercial, technical and factory teams to ensure every product meets customer expectations, quality standards and commercial targets on time and to specification.    Key Responsibilities: Manage NPD projects end-to-end, from concept development through to launch Develop samples and recipes in line with customer briefs and cost targets Set and manage critical project timelines, keeping all stakeholders informed Lead packaging development and contribute to customer presentations Attend customer visits, factory trials and pre-production runs Ensure all product claims, launch packs and documentation are accurate and signed off Support site HACCP meetings and internal risk assessments Work with site teams to source raw materials and review specifications Conduct post-launch reviews and drive continuous improvement Manage and develop team members, supporting training and performance    What We're Looking For: Food Technology degree or equivalent Previous experience in an NPD role, ideally within a food manufacturing environment Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines Experience working with retailer NPD systems Confident communicator, comfortable presenting to customers Level 3 or 4 Food Safety certificate (or willingness to work towards) Full UK driving licence A genuine passion for food and product innovation    The Ideal Candidate Will Be: Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Comfortable working at pace in a fast-moving environment A natural collaborator who builds strong relationships across departments Solutions-focused with the ability to manage challenges professionally    This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking food business where your creativity and drive will make a real impact.    Interested? Apply now or get in touch with the team at Talent Guardian for a confidential conversation