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NPD Lead

International Permanent £60,000 - £70,000 per year View Job Description
Opportunity for an experienced NPD Lead with a background in cosmetics or personal care products to join a fast growing business as they strive for the next level of new products.
  • Rapidly growing cosmetics business
  • A true NPD and EPD role

About Our Client

Well known personal care business with an excellent sustainability agenda

Job Description

The key responsibilities of the NPD Lead are:



  • Lead the end-to-end NPD process, from conceptualisation and formulation to final product launch, ensuring alignment with company goals and customer needs


  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Brand, Creative, Fulfilment, and Supply Chain teams to define and execute the product roadmap and limited edition launches calendar


  • Conduct market research and consumer insights analysis to identify emerging trends, gaps in the market, and new product opportunities


  • Define and refine product briefs, ensuring they meet business objectives, brand standards, and consumer preferences


  • Oversee the creation of prototypes, product testing, and trials, ensuring products are safe, effective, and meet regulatory standards


  • Manage relationships with external partners, including suppliers, manufacturers, and contract developers


  • Develop and manage project timelines, cost & margin analysis to ensure timely delivery of new products.


  • Drive product innovation by staying up to date on industry trends, competitive analysis, and new technologies in the personal care space


  • Identify potential risks or challenges in the product development process and implement mitigation strategies to ensure the successful launch of new products


  • Coach and mentor junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment


  • Present product concepts, progress updates, and final outcomes to senior leadership and stakeholders

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will have a background in:



  • Experience in new product development within the personal care, beauty, or FMCG industry.


  • Proven experience leading and managing the full product development lifecycle, including formulation, testing, and commercialisation.


  • Strong understanding of market trends, consumer insights, and innovation processes


  • Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.


  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills (excel/googlesheets)


  • Exceptional problem-solving abilities, able to stay calm under pressure


  • Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.


  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.


  • A passion for personal care products and a deep understanding of consumer needs and preferences.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary + benefits

Contact
Georgina May
Quote job ref
JN-032025-6695067
Phone number
+44 193 226 4097

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Engineering Design and R&D
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
International
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Georgina May
Consultant phone
+44 193 226 4097
Job reference
JN-032025-6695067