New Product Development and Innovation Manager

At Keogh's Chips, we are passionate about creating Ireland's finest Chips and snacks, all proudly Grown with Love in Ireland.

We are now looking for a New Product Development Manager to lead our innovation strategy and shape the next generation of Keogh's products. This newly created, senior role brings together food science, commercial thinking, innovation and creativity to drive growth at home and abroad.

The Keogh family have been farming the fertile lands of North County Dublin for over 200 years. Fast forward to today and our family has grown to include more than just flesh and blood; we have an amazing team at the farm, all of whom we consider as family none-the-less. We love working with committed and inspiring people to create something our grandparents would be proud of.

From our proud family heritage, hard work and passion for quality, we at Keogh's Farm are committed to producing Ireland's finest potatoes, Chips, and snacks that are truly... Grown with Love in Ireland.

• Lead Innovation Strategy – Develop and own Keogh's multiyear product development plan, keeping innovation aligned with consumer trends and brand purpose.
• Bring Ideas to Life – Take new concepts from kitchen sample to shelf, managing formulation, testing, and launch with technical excellence.
• Champion Consumer Insight – Work closely with Marketing and Sales to translate trends, data, and feedback into meaningful NPD opportunities.
• Collaborate Across Teams – Partner with Operations, Quality, and Procurement to deliver outstanding new products efficiently and sustainably.
• Drive Innovation – Build long-term innovation capability and help position Keogh's as a leader in snacks and agrifood innovation.

• Bachelor's or Master's in Food Science, Food Technology or related discipline.
• 4+ years of experience in NPD or Innovation roles, ideally within manufacturing, FMCG, food sector.
• Experience with in R&D Tax Credits processes and measurement, desirable.
• Strong understanding of product development processes, regulatory frameworks, and quality systems.
• Proven track record of delivering successful product launches.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and project portfolios.
• Strategic and creative thinker with a passion for food and innovation with strong commercial awareness and drive for bringing viable ideas to life.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Creative problem solving and analytical mindset.
• Excellent leadership and team development capabilities.
• Strong computer skills with excellent experience of Microsoft Office, NPD/Food specification systems.
• High level of adaptability and resilience in a fastpaced environment.

Keogh's Chips is an Equal Opportunities Employer.