Job Description

We are excited to partner with our client, a successful FMCG company, to find an NPD Project Manager to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced project manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about turning new concepts into commercially successful products. You'll manage new client projects efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions from concept to first order, and delivering high-quality products that meet both client and commercial expectations. Your ability to drive projects forward while balancing competing priorities will be essential to your success.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of new client projects from the point where initial formulations and costings are established, managing them through development, packaging, and final delivery
• Act as the main point of contact throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring consistent communication and balancing client expectations with operational realities
• Oversee the entire process, ensuring smooth progression and timely delivery, while keeping an eye on both technical execution and commercial viability
• Once the project is ready for order, ensure a seamless transition to the Account Management team, providing clear documentation to ensure ongoing client success and support
• Stay updated on FMCG industry trends and innovations, leveraging insights to influence product development

What We're Looking For

• A proven background in NPD project management within the FMCG or product development sectors
• A track record of managing projects from concept to completion, with a proactive, results-driven approach
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines
• Experience contributing to costings, budgets, and margin considerations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients and cross-functional teams
• A genuine interest in delivering high-quality products and seeing them through to successful market launch

Additional Information

Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.