Job Description

Product & NPD Manager | Nutritional Powders & Supplements

£55,000–£65,000 | Fully Remote | UK-Based

Are you an experienced NPD professional with a background in nutritional powders, protein products, supplements or medical nutrition? Looking for a role where you can take ownership of product development while enjoying the flexibility of working fully remotely?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a wonderful, privately owned business with ambitious plans for growth and innovation.

My client is looking for a commercially minded, process-driven Product & NPD Manager to lead new product development, product enhancement and launch strategies across its product portfolio.

Working closely with suppliers, contract manufacturers and internal marketing teams, you'll play a key role in bringing new products to market, identifying the right manufacturing partners and ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, compliance and performance.

The Role

• Lead the end-to-end NPD process, from initial concept through development and launch.


• Identify, assess and establish relationships with new suppliers and contract packers.


• Develop strong manufacturing partnerships while protecting long-term supply security and contingency arrangements.


• Provide technical expertise across product development, particularly within powders, nutritional products and related categories.


• Work collaboratively with marketing to deliver product innovation and enhancement aligned with business objectives.


• Manage project timelines, processes and KPIs to ensure successful delivery.


• Ensure all developments meet relevant regulatory requirements and quality standards.


• Apply a structured, process-driven approach to project management and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

• A degree in Food Science or a related discipline.


• At least five years' experience in product development within a relevant or comparable industry.


• A background in powders, nutritional supplements, protein products or medical nutrition.


• Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes and practices.


• An understanding of ISO 9001 principles and processes.


• Experience managing projects within an NPD environment.


• Excellent supplier management, communication and organisational skills.


• The ability to work independently, manage multiple projects and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

What's on Offer?

• Salary: £55,000–£65,000


• Fully remote working — UK-based candidates only.


• The opportunity to take ownership of product development within an ambitious, privately owned business.


• A varied role combining technical NPD, supplier development and commercial collaboration.


• The chance to make a tangible contribution to the company's product portfolio and future growth.

Interested?

If you're an NPD professional with experience in nutritional powders, supplements, protein products or medical nutrition and want to take the next step in your career, I'd love to hear from you.

Contact Gareth at D R Newitt to discuss the opportunity in confidence.