72 Research And Development jobs in London

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200 countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Title and Summary Manager - Product Development Manager, Product Development - Foundry Who is Mastercard? Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart, and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments, and businesses realize their greatest potential. Our decency quotient drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all. Overview Mastercard Foundry is the innovation engine of Mastercard and a hub for new product development. We do this by driving product innovation in emerging technologies and interfaces while focusing on developing a point of view to enhance existing solutions and new use-cases. We also focus on building revenue generating ecosystems and flywheels that can be standalone in adjacent segments and markets. Examples of focus areas include commercial payments, new payment flows, real time payments, data and services. Within Foundry, the Manager, Product Development will be supporting the execution of new to market product development across core payments and services. Role responsibility including identification, execution, and in-market delivery of new products and solutions. The responsibilities will include execution of near-term opportunities that drive significant in year revenue and strategic differentiation for Mastercard, as well as scoping, identification, in-market testing of longer-term product concepts and solutions Role: - Engage in idea generation for new to market products and solutions including workshop facilitation and collateral development. - Contribute to developing product concepts and prototypes and independently own and deliver key tasks associated with it. - Partner with Product & Engineering partners and our CX&D team on concept validation and market testing and independently own and deliver key tasks associated with it. - Contribute / own business case development and planning for individual products. - Own and deliver high quality collateral materials to facilitate internal decision making. - Lead cross functional workshops and manage follow up actions to completion. - Partner with CXD, Product and R&D teams by providing prioritized requirements. - Work within a matrixed organization to influence and drive outcomes within tight timelines. All About You - Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills. - Strong product development and management experience, including rapid opportunity identification, concept development, business model innovation, and in market testing of global products is preferred. - In-depth understanding of commercial payment ecosystem and payments globally. - Previous experience working in Payments innovation space delivering new to market value propositions. - Critical thinker that is comfortable with technical details, and experience working with R&D teams - Flair in connecting people and ideas; ability to operate in a matrix environment. - Right to work in the UK without restriction. Corporate Security Responsibility All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices; Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed; Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.

Founded in 2003 Wasabi's vision is to lovingly create and serve delicious Asian food for a busy nation.

Wasabi now has 40 thriving restaurants across London  and major UK cities and 4 in New York  and in 2019, we introduced Wasabi Home Bento  to the grocery channel , launching exclusively in Sainsbury’s . Building on that success, the grocery business broadened its reach to Tesco  in September 2022, followed by exciting launches in Co-op and Morrisons  in 2024. Wasabi grocery has seen phenomenal growth  and is now a £62m RSV brand.  Wasabi proudly stands as the No. 2 chilled ready-meal brand  in the market , consistently attracting new customers to the category through an innovative East Asian range.

Wasabi’s menu is celebrated for its unique character, exceptional freshness, and bold flavours. Our diverse range is designed to delight a wide audience, delivering both comfort and excitement with every bite.

We have an ambitious 5-year growth strategy, focusing on new restaurants, franchise partnerships, and international expansion.

As we prepare for our next phase of growth and innovation, we have an incredibly exciting opportunity for a Product Development Technologist  (Grocery) to join our Food Team based in Park Royal.

The Role:

Play a key role in technical food development, driving launch-ready projects and converting kitchen recipes into scalable, operational products.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Lead the hands-on development of new and existing food products, ensuring alignment with briefs and technical standards.

• Collaborate with chefs, procurement, and technical teams to create and refine commercially viable recipes suitable for production.

• Adapt recipes to CPU and factory capabilities, solving challenges to deliver optimal results.

• Accurately document recipes, preparation methods, yields, nutritional information, and costing according to company standards

• Write cooking and reheating instructions and complete product attribute documentation for gate approvals.

• Conduct organoleptic and shelf-life testing during development to validate product performance and feasibility.

• Manage new product development (NPD) and existing product development (EPD) from concept through to launch, including critical path ownership.

• Present products at key stages of development and lead handovers to process and production teams.

• Source and validate new raw materials with procurement, ensuring suitability for culinary and operational requirements.

• Attend CPU upscale trials and support process development to maintain quality and consistency at scale.

• Drive food quality improvement initiatives, including resolving quality issues and customer complaints.

• Facilitate and participate in taste panels, benchmarking sessions, and regular product quality reviews.

• Prepare and provide samples for presentations, photography, and marketing, including food styling support.

• Maintain a clean and organised development kitchen, managing stock and ordering raw materials as needed

Our Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a Process or Food Technologist within the food manufacturing industry.
• Qualified degree in a food related discipline – food science, technology, home economics.
• Demonstrates an above standard knowledge of food, ingredients, and culinary practices.
• Highly creative and passionate about food with knowledge of South Asian, Japanese and Korean food trends and good industry awareness.
• Certificate in Food Hygiene
• A proactive personality, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• A methodical approach, be organised with good prioritisation skills, the ability to work to short deadlines and attention to detail.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Can work on multiple projects simultaneously with ease and thriving in a busy fast-paced environment.

In return we provide:

• A great working environment
• Pension scheme
• Target Bonus
• Refer A Friend Scheme
• Free Sushi or hot food (vegan options available)
• 50% discount in our Branches
• Employee Assistant Programme
• Hybrid working model
• Long Service Awards
• Wagestream - a financial wellbeing benefit that lets you access your pay as you earn it in real time and manage savings
• Life Assurance
• Electric Vehicle Scheme through Octapus
• Cycle To Work
• Free on-site parking
• A variety of discounts (shopping, food & drink, entertainment and health & fitness) through Perkbox and
• The opportunity to develop your skills within a growing company.

 
Our people make us who we are. If you're looking for an exciting challenge and this sounds like the job for you please apply today as we can't wait to hear from you. 

COME ROLL WITH US!

Founded in 2003 Wasabi's vision is to lovingly create and serve delicious Asian food for a busy nation.

Wasabi now has 40 thriving restaurants across London  and major UK cities and 4 in New York  and in 2019, we introduced Wasabi Home Bento  to the grocery channel , launching exclusively in Sainsbury’s . Building on that success, the grocery business broadened its reach to Tesco  in September 2022, followed by exciting launches in Co-op and Morrisons  in 2024. Wasabi grocery has seen phenomenal growth  and is now a £62m RSV brand.  Wasabi proudly stands as the No. 2 chilled ready-meal brand  in the market , consistently attracting new customers to the category through an innovative East Asian range.

Wasabi’s menu is celebrated for its unique character, exceptional freshness, and bold flavours. Our diverse range is designed to delight a wide audience, delivering both comfort and excitement with every bite.

We have an ambitious 5-year growth strategy, focusing on new restaurants, franchise partnerships, and international expansion.

As we prepare for our next phase of growth and innovation, we have an incredibly exciting opportunity for a Product Development Technologist  (Grocery) to join our Food Team based in Park Royal.

The Role:

Play a key role in technical food development, driving launch-ready projects and converting kitchen recipes into scalable, operational products.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Lead the hands-on development of new and existing food products, ensuring alignment with briefs and technical standards.

• Collaborate with chefs, procurement, and technical teams to create and refine commercially viable recipes suitable for production.

• Adapt recipes to CPU and factory capabilities, solving challenges to deliver optimal results.

• Accurately document recipes, preparation methods, yields, nutritional information, and costing according to company standards

• Write cooking and reheating instructions and complete product attribute documentation for gate approvals.

• Conduct organoleptic and shelf-life testing during development to validate product performance and feasibility.

• Manage new product development (NPD) and existing product development (EPD) from concept through to launch, including critical path ownership.

• Present products at key stages of development and lead handovers to process and production teams.

• Source and validate new raw materials with procurement, ensuring suitability for culinary and operational requirements.

• Attend CPU upscale trials and support process development to maintain quality and consistency at scale.

• Drive food quality improvement initiatives, including resolving quality issues and customer complaints.

• Facilitate and participate in taste panels, benchmarking sessions, and regular product quality reviews.

• Prepare and provide samples for presentations, photography, and marketing, including food styling support.

• Maintain a clean and organised development kitchen, managing stock and ordering raw materials as needed

Our Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a Process or Food Technologist within the food manufacturing industry.
• Qualified degree in a food related discipline – food science, technology, home economics.
• Demonstrates an above standard knowledge of food, ingredients, and culinary practices.
• Highly creative and passionate about food with knowledge of South Asian, Japanese and Korean food trends and good industry awareness.
• Certificate in Food Hygiene
• A proactive personality, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• A methodical approach, be organised with good prioritisation skills, the ability to work to short deadlines and attention to detail.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Can work on multiple projects simultaneously with ease and thriving in a busy fast-paced environment.

In return we provide:

• A great working environment
• Pension scheme
• Target Bonus
• Refer A Friend Scheme
• Free Sushi or hot food (vegan options available)
• 50% discount in our Branches
• Employee Assistant Programme
• Hybrid working model
• Long Service Awards
• Wagestream - a financial wellbeing benefit that lets you access your pay as you earn it in real time and manage savings
• Life Assurance
• Electric Vehicle Scheme through Octapus
• Cycle To Work
• Free on-site parking
• A variety of discounts (shopping, food & drink, entertainment and health & fitness) through Perkbox and
• The opportunity to develop your skills within a growing company.

 
Our people make us who we are. If you're looking for an exciting challenge and this sounds like the job for you please apply today as we can't wait to hear from you. 

COME ROLL WITH US!

**About the Role:**
**Grade Level (for internal use):**
10
**The Team:** Our Portfolio Valuations business is an industry leading independent valuation service, providing valuations and analytics on a wide range of derivatives from vanilla to the most complex structures, across all asset classes.
**The Impact:** If you have a strong background in a quantitative discipline and are passionate about the financial markets and derivatives, come and join our global team helping to drive an established business forward to the next level.
**What's in it for you:**
+ Be part of a global team including a strong group of experienced quants, software engineers and product development specialists.
+ Gain an understanding of practical approaches in quantitative finance.
+ Opportunities to work on challenging projects which provide solutions to complex pricing requirements.
+ A dynamic, client-focused environment that fosters a culture of constant learning.
**Responsibilities:**
+ The candidate will work with other experienced product development specialists to support existing clients, focusing on complex queries and new product development, primarily for credit and interest rates derivatives.
+ Creating quality control and other tools in Python and helping to integrate these into overall workflow
+ Collaborate closely with the quantitative analytics and software development teams to implement and test new methodologies and features.
**What We're Looking For:**
+ Undergraduate or graduate degree in quantitative discipline (Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering)
+ 3 years work experience in Financial services, Financial Technology or Bank with demonstrable experience in derivatives or quantitative finance
+ Background or experience in computer science and knowledge of Python and Java an asset
+ Background or experience in capital markets an asset
+ Background or experience with financial mathematics, pricing theory, etc. an asset
+ Eager to learn new concepts and technologies to resolve complex issues
+ Teamwork, thriving in an agile environment working collaboratively and providing daily feedback to your team
**About S&P Global Market Intelligence**
At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.
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**Our Purpose:**
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Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
**Our People:**
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We're constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
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At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of **integrity** in all we do, bring a spirit of **discovery** to our work, and collaborate in close **partnership** with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
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**Location:** London, United Kingdom

**Our Purpose**
_Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential._
**Title and Summary**
Manager - Product Development
Manager, Product Development - Foundry
Who is Mastercard?
Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart, and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments, and businesses realize their greatest potential. Our decency quotient drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all.
Overview
Mastercard Foundry is the innovation engine of Mastercard and a hub for new product development. We do this by driving product innovation in emerging technologies and interfaces while focusing on developing a point of view to enhance existing solutions and new use-cases. We also focus on building revenue generating ecosystems and flywheels that can be standalone in adjacent segments and markets. Examples of focus areas include commercial payments, new payment flows, real time payments, data and services.
Within Foundry, the Manager, Product Development will be supporting the execution of new to market product development across core payments and services. Role responsibility including identification, execution, and in-market delivery of new products and solutions. The responsibilities will include execution of near-term opportunities that drive significant in year revenue and strategic differentiation for Mastercard, as well as scoping, identification, in-market testing of longer-term product concepts and solutions
Role:
- Engage in idea generation for new to market products and solutions including workshop facilitation and collateral development.
- Contribute to developing product concepts and prototypes and independently own and deliver key tasks associated with it.
- Partner with Product & Engineering partners and our CX&D team on concept validation and market testing and independently own and deliver key tasks associated with it.
- Contribute / own business case development and planning for individual products.
- Own and deliver high quality collateral materials to facilitate internal decision making.
- Lead cross functional workshops and manage follow up actions to completion.
- Partner with CXD, Product and R&D teams by providing prioritized requirements.
- Work within a matrixed organization to influence and drive outcomes within tight timelines.
All About You
- Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong product development and management experience, including rapid opportunity identification, concept development, business model innovation, and in market testing of global products is preferred.
- In-depth understanding of commercial payment ecosystem and payments globally.
- Previous experience working in Payments innovation space delivering new to market value propositions.
- Critical thinker that is comfortable with technical details, and experience working with R&D teams
- Flair in connecting people and ideas; ability to operate in a matrix environment.
- Right to work in the UK without restriction.
**Corporate Security Responsibility**
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
+ Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
+ Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
+ Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
+ Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.

Why work for us?
A career at Janus Henderson is more than a job, it's about investing in a brighter future together.
Our Mission at Janus Henderson is to help clients define and achieve superior financial outcomes through differentiated insights, disciplined investments, and world-class service. We will do this by protecting and growing our core business, amplifying our strengths and diversifying where we have the right.
Our Values are key to driving our success, and are at the heart of everything we do:
Clients Come First - Always | Execution Supersedes Intention | Together We Win | Diversity Improves Results | Truth Builds Trust
If our mission, values, and purpose align with your own, we would love to hear from you!
Your opportunity
+ Support product development initiatives and the ongoing maintenance of Janus Henderson's product range in Europe
+ Assist in the creation of documentation for new products and product enhancements, including preparation of committee presentations, product idea proposals and product specifications
+ Oversee share class launches including business case and approval and hand-off to implementation partners
+ Research competitor initiatives and product offerings
+ Partner with members of the Product Strategy team to prepare analysis, research and other product information
+ Help maintain product data and information such as pipeline documents and static data
+ Help manage timelines and due dates of projects
+ Build relationships across departments
+ Carry out additional duties as assigned
What to expect when you join our firm
+ Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
+ Generous Holiday policies
+ Excellent Health and Wellbeing benefits including corporate membership to ClassPass
+ Paid volunteer time to step away from your desk and into the community
+ Support to grow through professional development courses, tuition/qualification reimbursement and more
+ All-inclusive approach to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
+ Maternal/paternal leave benefits and family services
+ Complimentary subscription to Headspace - the mindfulness app
+ All employee events including networking opportunities and social activities
+ Lunch allowance for use within our subsidized onsite canteen
Must have skills
+ 1-2 years' of experience in the financial industry
+ Knowledge of asset management industry and investment products
+ Good communication skills, both verbal and written
+ Ability to liaise with senior management, peers and other team members
+ Ability to multi-task and deliver multiple initiatives to demanding deadlines
+ Good organizational skills
+ Strong attention to detail
+ Team Player with the ability to work on your own initiative
Nice to have skills
+ Strong analytical skills
+ Strong interrelationship skills
+ Basic experience with industry data providers (e.g., Morningstar) is a plus
Supervisory responsibilities
+ No
Potential for growth
+ Mentoring
+ Leadership development programs
+ Regular training
+ Career development services
+ Continuing education courses
You will be expected to understand the regulatory obligations of the firm, and abide by the regulated entity requirements and JHI policies applicable for your role.
At Janus Henderson Investors we're committed to an inclusive and supportive environment. We believe diversity improves results and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. Don't worry if you don't think you tick every box, we still want to hear from you! We understand everyone has different commitments and while we can't accommodate every flexible working request we're happy to be asked about work flexibility and our hybrid working environment. If you need any reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process, please get in touch and let us know at
Janus Henderson (including its subsidiaries) will not maintain existing or sponsor new industry registrations or licenses where not supported by an employee's job functions (as determined by Janus Henderson at its sole discretion).
All applicants must be willing to comply with the provisions of Janus Henderson Investment Advisory Code of Ethics related to personal securities activities and other disclosure and certification requirements, including past political contributions and political activities. Applicants' past political contributions or activity may impact applicants' eligibility for this position. Janus Henderson is an equal opportunity /Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. All applications are subject to background checks.

New Product Development Engineer
c.£40k + benefits
Southeast London / Kent Borders
Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm

Some hybrid working possible

ARE YOU A HANDS-ON ENGINEER WHO ENJOYS SOLVING PROBLEMS AND MAKING PRODUCTS BETTER?

DO YOU WANT TO JOIN A BUSINESS WITH A PURPOSE, IMPROVING SAFETY AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR OTHERS?

We are working with a forward-thinking, growing business who are passionate about product innovation and continuous improvement. Due to expansion, they are now looking for an experienced Product and Process Development Engineer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis.

What you’ll be doing:

This is a varied and hands-on role, sitting between design, production and quality, and is perfect for someone who thrives on problem-solving, practical engineering, and making real improvements to products in the field. You will be:

• Investigating factory and field issues, getting to the root cause and implementing robust fixes
li>Modifying and updating drawings, specifications and BOMs using SolidWorks
• Supporting value engineering projects, driving cost savings and improving quality
• Building and testing prototypes and trial builds in collaboration with the production team
• Working closely with supply chain and quality teams to ensure reliable, compliant products
• Keeping product data and documentation accurate and up to date

About you:

The successful EPD Engineer will be able to demonstrate:

• Strong SolidWorks skills, including 2D drawing discipline (BS888)
• Experience in sustaining engineering / EPD within mechanical or building product assemblies
• Knowledge of materials and processes such as sheet metal, machining, coatings, joinery or glazing
• Comfortable with hands-on work, fixtures and prototype builds
• Confident communicator who can work cross-functionally and under pressure
• A relevant technical qualification (BEng, BSc or equivalent)

Why apply?

This is a sought-after opportunity to join a supportive, growing engineering team within a business that is genuinely making a difference. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary around £40,000
li>25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Free on-site parking and subsidised food
• Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home, once settled)

Sound like the challenge for you? APPLY NOW for immediate consideration!

This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Associate Director for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment , Kent’s leading independent consultancy.

 

New Product Development Engineer
c.£40k + benefits
Southeast London / Kent Borders
Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm

Some hybrid working possible

ARE YOU A HANDS-ON ENGINEER WHO ENJOYS SOLVING PROBLEMS AND MAKING PRODUCTS BETTER?

DO YOU WANT TO JOIN A BUSINESS WITH A PURPOSE, IMPROVING SAFETY AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR OTHERS?

We are working with a forward-thinking, growing business who are passionate about product innovation and continuous improvement. Due to expansion, they are now looking for an experienced Product and Process Development Engineer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis.

What you’ll be doing:

This is a varied and hands-on role, sitting between design, production and quality, and is perfect for someone who thrives on problem-solving, practical engineering, and making real improvements to products in the field. You will be:

• Investigating factory and field issues, getting to the root cause and implementing robust fixes
li>Modifying and updating drawings, specifications and BOMs using SolidWorks
• Supporting value engineering projects, driving cost savings and improving quality
• Building and testing prototypes and trial builds in collaboration with the production team
• Working closely with supply chain and quality teams to ensure reliable, compliant products
• Keeping product data and documentation accurate and up to date

About you:

The successful EPD Engineer will be able to demonstrate:

• Strong SolidWorks skills, including 2D drawing discipline (BS888)
• Experience in sustaining engineering / EPD within mechanical or building product assemblies
• Knowledge of materials and processes such as sheet metal, machining, coatings, joinery or glazing
• Comfortable with hands-on work, fixtures and prototype builds
• Confident communicator who can work cross-functionally and under pressure
• A relevant technical qualification (BEng, BSc or equivalent)

Why apply?

This is a sought-after opportunity to join a supportive, growing engineering team within a business that is genuinely making a difference. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary around £40,000
li>25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Free on-site parking and subsidised food
• Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home, once settled)

Sound like the challenge for you? APPLY NOW for immediate consideration!

This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Associate Director for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment , Kent’s leading independent consultancy.

 

Our client, a rapidly growing force in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, is actively seeking a Senior Product Development Manager to drive innovation and market leadership. This is a fully remote role, empowering you to shape the future of our product portfolio from anywhere in the UK. You will be responsible for the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept generation and consumer insight gathering through to product launch and post-market analysis. This involves identifying emerging market trends, translating consumer needs into compelling product propositions, and managing the development pipeline to deliver high-quality, commercially successful products. You will lead cross-functional teams, including R&D, marketing, sales, and supply chain, to ensure seamless product development and execution. A key aspect of this role is managing external innovation partners and suppliers to bring novel ingredients, packaging solutions, and product formats to market. You will also be instrumental in defining product specifications, overseeing product testing and sensory evaluation, and ensuring compliance with all relevant food safety and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commercial acumen, a passion for consumer products, and a proven ability to innovate and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Food Science, or a related field is required, along with at least 7 years of progressive experience in product development within the FMCG industry. Exceptional project management, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills are essential for this leadership position. As a remote employee, you will benefit from a flexible working environment, supported by robust digital collaboration tools and a commitment to a healthy work-life balance. Join our client's forward-thinking team and help shape the next generation of consumer products.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end product development process for FMCG products.
• Identify market trends and consumer insights to drive product innovation.
• Develop product concepts, business cases, and strategic roadmaps.
• Manage cross-functional teams to ensure timely product launches.
• Oversee product formulation, packaging development, and sensory testing.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and quality standards.
• Manage relationships with external suppliers and innovation partners.
• Conduct post-launch performance analysis and recommend improvements.
• Prepare and present product development plans and updates to senior management.
• Foster a culture of creativity and continuous improvement within the product development function.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Food Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of product development experience in the FMCG sector.
• Proven track record of successful product launches.
• Strong understanding of consumer behaviour and market dynamics.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in cross-functional team leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and drive results in a remote setting.