NPD Manager

We have an egg-cellent new opportunity to join The Compleat Food Group as an NPD Manager based in Barnsley! You will be responsible for product development at site for new and existing products, ensuring the development process is followed effectively.

At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to create Food to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.

We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, including Wall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across food service.

With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

Barnsley, S73 0BB

Our Barnsley site specialises in added-value egg products, chilled food-to-go snacks, and deli fillers!

Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm

• Responsible for total account NPD and EPD from initial concept to final production responding to customer requirements or development briefs.
• Use development expertise to produce innovative and practical new product ideas, ensuring that all commercial, technical and production criteria are considered.
• Work closely with marketing and commercial teams to develop products in line with category strategy.
• Generate and monitor the critical path to launch for projects.
• Sourcing of new raw materials in conjunction with the purchasing and technical teams to ensure viability.
• Generation of initial product development costings
• Attend internal gate review meetings.
• Customer presentations including sample and document preparation.
• Carry out pre-launch factory briefings and co-ordinate first production with Senior Process Technologist.
• Co-ordinate post launch reviews.

• Strong NPD experience in food manufacturing (chilled food desirable)
• Strong customer facing experience working for or with UK retailers
• Able to demonstrate record of delivering new products to the market
• Understanding of UK and European food regulation and legislation
• Food Safety Level 3 & HACCP Level 3
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organisational, project management and problem-solving skills with the ability to generate innovative, pragmatic solutions, including the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Genuine passion for food with strong work ethic and professionalism

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:

• Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
• 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
• Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
• Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
• EV charging points - available at selected sites
• 24/7 access to Grocery Aid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
• Physical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
• Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
• Online wellbeing support - from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
• Financial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid
• Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
• Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
• Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
• Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey
• Recognition through C…