New product development manager Work, Jobs in Plymouth, Eng (with Salaries)

New Product Development (NPD) Manager
Ehrmann Cornish Dairy Ltd. —Lostwithiel
- £55,000 - £60,000 a year
- Management
- Analysis skills
- Project management
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Operations Manager
Elder Tree Befriending —Plymouth
- £35,350 a year
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Computer skills
- In-person
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Product Manager
Plessey Semiconductors —Plymouth
- Full-time
- Product management
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Gym membership
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Plant Manager
Schneider Electric —Plymouth
- Full-time
- Management
- English
- Continuous improvement
General Manager
GAP Group —Plymouth
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Leadership
Business Development Manager
Vindis Group —Plymouth
- Sales
- Customer service
- Employee assistance programme
Retail Sales Advisor - Plymouth
Oak Furnitureland —Plymouth
- £44,700 - £49,950 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Retail sales
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
Pharmacy Business Manager
IQVIA —Plymouth
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Sales
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Senior Business Improvement Specialist
Babcock International —Plymouth
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Continuous improvement
- No degree
- Business
- Annual leave
9d
Regional Account Manager
Rubix —Plymouth
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Business development
- Communication skills
Quality Engineering Manager
Rittal-CSM —Plymouth
- £55,000 - £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Engineering
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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2d
Delivery Manager
NEXT —Plymouth
- From £15,200 a year
- Part-time
- Employee discount
Tesco Travel Bureau Manager
Travelex —Lee Mill
- £23,493 a year
- Overtime
- Customer service
- Employee discount
Trainee Estimator/Estimator
Nordic Installations Ltd —Plymouth
- £26,500 - £29,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- CAD
- Analysis skills
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RBC Brewin Dolphin - Wealth Manager (Wealth Planner / Financial Planner)
Royal Bank of Canada —Plymouth
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Banking
8d
Sales Executive
Snows Group —Plymouth
- £40,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- English
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Software Team Manager
Keysight Technologies, Inc. —Paignton
- Part-time
- Remote
- Analysis skills
- C++
- Project management
Sales Manager
Gooch & Housego Plymouth —Plymouth
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
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Retail Sales Assistant - Keyholder
The Works —Plymouth
- 8 hour shift
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
7d
Business Process Improvement Intern (12 months)
Schlumberger —Stonehouse
- Computer Science
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
2d

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New Product Development (NPD) Manager

Ehrmann Cornish Dairy Ltd. -
Lostwithiel

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Job details

£55,000 - £60,000 a year

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Management
Analysis skills
Project management
Product development
HACCP
Driving
Organisational skills
Food safety
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

Role Purpose

To lead and manage the end-to-end new product development process from concept through to launch, ensuring products are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality, technical, and commercial standards. The role will work closely with commercial, technical, production, procurement, and customer teams to identify opportunities for innovation, improve existing products, and support business growth through successful product launches.

Key accountabilities/duties:

Lead the development and launch of new products in line with customer requirements and business strategy.
Manage the full NPD process including concept development, feasibility, trials, validation, launch, and post-launch review.
Work collaboratively with customers, sales, technical, operations, and procurement teams to deliver commercially viable products.
Coordinate factory trials and first production runs, ensuring accurate documentation and effective communication.
Develop product specifications, recipes, process instructions, and supporting technical documentation.
Ensure all products comply with food safety, legal, quality, and customer standards.
Monitor food and market trends to identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.
Manage project timelines and critical paths to ensure launches are delivered on schedule.
Liaise with suppliers regarding ingredients, packaging, and new materials.
Support cost management initiatives through recipe optimisation and ingredient substitution where appropriate.
Attend customer meetings and presentations as required.
Support continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
Maintain accurate records and reports relating to development activities.
Mentor and support junior development team members where applicable.

Personal qualities and behaviour

Strong leadership, influencing and organisational skills.
Creative and innovative approach to product development.
Commercially aware with strong attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Proactive and solution-focused mindset.
Collaborative team player with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
Flexible and adaptable approach to changing business needs.
High standards of professionalism and accountability.

Essential skills and competencies

Previous experience in a New Product Development role within food manufacturing/FMCG. Within the dairy industry is desirable.
Strong project management and organisational skills.
Knowledge of food safety, quality systems, and relevant legislation.
Experience managing customer-driven development projects from concept to delivery.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK

Desirable skills and competencies

Degree or qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, or related discipline.
Experience working with major retailers/customers.
HACCP Level 3 or equivalent food safety qualification.
Experience with retailer specification systems.
Budget management experience.
Team leadership or people management experience.

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new product development manager jobs in plymouth, eng

New Product Development (NPD) Manager

Operations Manager

Product Manager

Plant Manager

General Manager

Business Development Manager

Retail Sales Advisor - Plymouth

Pharmacy Business Manager

Senior Business Improvement Specialist

Regional Account Manager

Quality Engineering Manager

Delivery Manager

Tesco Travel Bureau Manager

Trainee Estimator/Estimator

RBC Brewin Dolphin - Wealth Manager (Wealth Planner / Financial Planner)

Sales Executive

Software Team Manager

Sales Manager

Retail Sales Assistant - Keyholder

Business Process Improvement Intern (12 months)

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