Product Development Manager
5 days ago
Kingston upon Hull
Role: – Product Development Manager -Hull Salary: Up to £55k per annum DOE Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm/ 8am-4pm Benefits: • Pension contribution, • 25 days holidays + BH (increasing to 30 days with 5 years service), • Onsite parking, • Subsidised work events, • Training and Development, • Flexible working, • Hybrid working structure Position Overview: Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a fabulous beauty brand. Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be working exclusively with a fabulous beauty brand supporting with the appointment of a New Product Development Consultant to take full ownership of their new product development (NPD) strategy and delivery on a 3-6 Fixed Term Contract. This role is ideal for someone with strong experience in NPD, product development, and packaging, who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys seeing projects through from concept to launch. Responsibilities: • Lead and deliver a rolling 24-month NPD plan, including seasonal and key launches., • Work on product design, development, and launches in line with critical timelines., • Create business plans and pricing strategies for new products., • Oversee product copy, packaging, artwork updates, and ensure brand alignment., • Manage the NPD budget with accuracy and efficiency., • Liaise with and manage suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness, lead times, and quality., • Identify and onboard new suppliers to enhance product and technical capabilities., • Ensure full technical compliance of all products across national and international markets., • Review consumer data and feedback to identify improvements and rationalise ranges., • Regularly analyse market trends and competitor activity to drive innovation. Requirements of a New Product Development Manager: • Proven track record in product development and NPD delivery., • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets., • Experienced in managing suppliers and negotiating costs., • Knowledge of compliance and technical product requirements., • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales and consumer data., • Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects at once. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact on a well-known consumer brand, driving product innovation and ensuring commercial success.
