Senior NPD Project Manager
Ref: AS5266735
Durham, England
£50,000
- Permanent
- FMCG Product Development
- Beverage Launch Delivery
- Stage-Gate Process Improvement
About the candidate
A seasoned project professional with over a decade of experience delivering new product development projects across the FMCG sector, with a strong focus on beverages. They bring a hands-on, commercially minded approach to taking products from concept through to launch, working closely with marketing, procurement, operations and wider cross-functional teams.
They are confident managing complex project landscapes, keeping stakeholders aligned and ensuring launches are delivered on time and within budget. With strong analytical skills and a continuous improvement mindset, they are well suited to fast-paced environments where clear planning, team leadership and practical delivery are key.
What makes them great?
- Improved delivery timelines: Implemented stage-gate processes that improved project delivery timelines by around 20% across a broad NPD portfolio.
- Reduced project lead times: Optimised product development workflows, helping reduce lead times by around 15% across multiple beverage lines.
- Strong team leadership: Mentored project managers and supported high-performing teams to improve operational capability and launch consistency.
Areas of expertise
- New Product Development: Experienced in managing end-to-end FMCG and beverage product launches from initial concept through to commercial launch.
- Cross-Functional Project Delivery: Skilled at bringing together marketing, procurement, operations and technical teams to keep projects moving smoothly.
- Process Improvement: Strong understanding of stage-gate processes, workflow optimisation and project governance in fast-moving manufacturing environments.