NPD Project Manager

2 months ago


Manchester, United Kingdom NJR Recruitment Full time

NPD Project Manager
My Client is a leading independent UK FMCG company with an excellent reputation and a strong presence within its markets. The business comprises of a group of companies and specialises in successfully trading and manufacturing high quality brands within the competitive price sector. As part of its strategic growth plan the business is expanding rapidly and is currently looking to strengthen the team with the appointment of an experienced NPD Project Manager from within the FMCG industry.
The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary, flexible start and finish times and some home working (following probationary period)
This is an excellent opportunity for an established and experienced Project Manager with appropriate experience to join the business offering a rare opportunity to develop and enhance aspects of this growing company. With a varied remit, this position offers a wide spectrum of responsibilities that include interfacing with all internal functions such as commercial, operations, supply chain and technical as well as external bodies such as customers and suppliers.
Create and designate a strategic plan to achieve project intended objectives, prepare budgets, monitor progress, and keep stakeholders informed the entire way. Responsible for planning and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed in a timely fashion and within budget.
Controlling the master file of new and existing product development
Preparing and completing action and time plans for NPD, developing detailed project plans
Manage day-to-day operational aspects of the project(s).
Ensures project documents are complete, current, and appropriately stored.
Managing and contributing to new product development meetings
Liaising with company departments, customers, suppliers and partner organisations to expedite projects
Resolving problems and issues related to product development.
Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of multiple projects
Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant internal stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
Measure performance using appropriate project management tools and techniques
Report and escalate to management as needed
Meet with clients to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project
Track project performance, specifically to analyse the successful completion of short and long-term goals
Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis
Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as other staff members including warehouse, sales team, purchasing department and demand manager
Create and deliver project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
Works closely with relevant stake holders to ensure effective and efficient implementation of the project(s).
Managing post launch meeting analysing sales data, complaint and query received and further plan for launched products.
Coordinate NPD-Sales meeting, chaired by buyers between sales/marketing and discuss new products, launch date and sales/promotional documents
Ensure the relevant technical, photos, artworks are uploaded to NAV during product development process
A background in project management from within an FMCG manufacturing business
An excellent understanding the NPD cycle and the FMCG market place
A proven track record of successfully managing NPD projects with multiple disciplinary teams
Knowledge of Microsoft Project or similar system and Excel
Management and leadership skills
Apply online or for further information contact one of specialist consultants quoting reference number:


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