New Product Development Manager

Are you passionate about creating innovative food products that land on the shelves of some of the UK's biggest retailers?We're looking for a Product Development Manager to join a highly successful and growing food business, leading the development of exciting new products for Tesco and Sainsbury's (JS) within a fast-moving and innovative category.Reporting into the Product Development Controller, you'll manage a small but talented team of two and take ownership of customer projects from concept through to launch. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys combining creativity, customer engagement and commercial thinking to deliver products that consumers love.What You'll Be DoingLeading the delivery of NPD and innovation projects for Tesco and Sainsbury's.Managing and developing a team of two Product Developers.Working closely with commercial, category, process and packaging teams to bring concepts to life.Acting as a key customer contact, building strong relationships and presenting products directly to customers.Driving projects through the critical path, ensuring successful launches on time and in budget.Supporting innovation days, customer showcases and future pipeline development.Why This Role?✅ High-profile retailer exposure with Major retailers✅ Opportunity to lead and develop your own team✅ Work within an exciting, innovative food category with a strong pipeline of projects✅ Significant visibility across the business and with customers✅ Genuine career development opportunities within a growing and ambitious organisationThis role would suit an experienced Product Developer ready to step into a broader leadership role, or an existing Product Development Manager looking for greater customer exposure and progression opportunities.