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Product Manager, Strategy - Product Development
Posted 8 days ago
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Oracle Health's Clinical Excellence & Insights (CEI) team is seeking a clinically experienced and informatics-savvy professional to guide the development of intelligent, globally relevant healthcare products. You will play a critical role in embedding real-world clinical insight into Oracle Health's product lifecycle-from ideation to global market release. This role partners directly with product, engineering, sales, marketing, and clinical customers to ensure Oracle products are clinically sound, aligned with regulatory and interoperability standards, and suitable for US and international markets
**Required Qualifications:**
· 10+ years of clinical practice or health IT experience; licensure or certification preferred (e.g., RN, MD, PharmD, etc.).
· Proven success delivering clinical insight to cross-functional teams in product, engineering, and customer-facing roles.
· Basic familiarity with clinical ontologies and terminologies such as SNOMED CT, LOINC, RxNorm, ICD, and FHIR-with understanding of country-specific extensions and global data variation.
· Strong communication and facilitation skills across clinical and technical stakeholders.
· Demonstrated ability to influence and co-create with diverse teams including developers, product managers, terminologists, and executive clients.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Experience with EHR implementation, semantic modeling, or standards engagement
· Global market experience
**Why Join Us:**
Join a mission-driven team of clinicians, informaticists, and strategists at the forefront of transforming global healthcare. Help Oracle Health deliver a unified, AI-powered platform that improves outcomes, reduces clinical burden, and ensures value across care settings worldwide.
**Responsibilities**
**Product Development & Strategy**
· Serve as a clinical subject matter expert for product development teams, ensuring clinical validity, workflow alignment, and global relevance.
· Translate evidence-based practice, regulatory trends, and user feedback into actionable product direction.
· Collaborate with engineering, UX, and AI teams to develop AI-powered, semantic-driven tools grounded in real-world care delivery.
· Inform roadmap priorities based on frontline experience and regional market needs.
**Global Clinical Insight & Interoperability**
· Represent global clinical workflows and documentation standards, providing guidance on international terminologies and country-specific data models (e.g., SNOMED CT extensions, ICD variants, LOINC, RxNorm).
· Support the development of the semantic knowledge graph and scalable patient graph platform through curated clinical concepts and knowledge structures.
· Partner with international client teams to gather feedback and validate design decisions against diverse health system models.
**Customer & Market Engagement**
· Participate in product validation programs, reference activities, and go-to-market efforts in collaboration with sales and marketing teams.
· Represent Oracle at customer engagements, conferences, and webinars, acting as a trusted clinical voice in product demonstrations (pre-general availability) and executive-level discussions.
· Co-develop clinical and academic collaborations for industry publication, presenting outcomes that validate Oracle's impact on care delivery and health system performance.
**Clinical Knowledge & Leadership**
· Guide best practices in content curation, clinical terminology management, and knowledge lifecycle governance.
· Support interoperability efforts across product lines through integration of HL7, FHIR, and other international standards.
· Collaborate with data science and ML teams to enable clinical explainability, retrieval-augmented generation, and graph-based intelligence.
Career Level - IC4
**About Us**
As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow's technology to tackle today's challenges. We've partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector-and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity.
We know that true innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That's why we're committed to growing an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all.
Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer competitive benefits based on parity and consistency and support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.
We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing or by calling +1 in the United States.
Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.
Product Management/Strategy Director - Product Development
Posted 1 day ago
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Looking for a role that can impact the health outcome for billions of people? The Oracle Health Data Intelligence product team is seeking experienced product leaders who possess expertise in hyper-scale cloud data platforms and healthcare cloud solutions to help us bring this vision to reality. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both areas and will play a crucial role in defining and driving entire products and major product areas that enable our customers to build highly personalized and predictive health experiences.The product leader will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of solutions that encompass all aspects of capturing health data, making sense of it, and packaging it into a set of services and solutions. This includes understanding and acting on the operational health of hospital systems or entire nations of citizens, as well as recommending care plans for specific patients to manage chronic diseases. Our platform integrates with various analytics tools, electronic health record (EHR) applications such as Millennium, and new applications developed with partners.
Success in this role requires a tenacious, self-starting individual with a deep passion for the healthcare industry. The successful candidate will serve as a strong advocate for our customers and their patients, using proven analytical capabilities and persuasive writing skills to get results in a fast-paced and highly multifaceted startup environment.
**Qualifications:**
+ A Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required. An advanced degree in a relevant discipline is preferred.
+ A minimum of 10 years of experience in product management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably in a technology-driven industry.
+ Proven success in developing and launching innovative products that have made a significant market impact.
+ Excellent strategic thinking abilities and a track record of translating strategies into actionable plans.
+ Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams.
+ Proficiency in product lifecycle management methodologies and tools.
+ Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex ideas simply.
+ Analytical mindset with experience in market research, data analysis, and financial modeling.
+ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects, and adapt to changing priorities.
+ Experience in mentoring and developing high-performing product management teams.
**Responsibilities**
**Responsibilities:**
+ **Product Vision and Strategy:** Develop and communicate a compelling product vision and strategy that aligns with the company's goals. Lead the product management team to execute this vision through effective planning and prioritization.
+ **Roadmap Ownership:** Own the product roadmap, prioritizing features and releases based on market trends, customer feedback, and business objectives. Guide the team in defining product requirements and specifications.
+ **Cross-Functional Leadership:** Collaborate closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to ensure seamless product development and launch. Lead cross-functional meetings and ensure everyone is aligned with product goals.
+ **Market Analysis and Research:** Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer surveys to identify opportunities and pain points. Translate insights into actionable product strategies.
+ **Product Lifecycle Management:** Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to retirement, ensuring each phase is executed efficiently and effectively.
+ **Product Launch Excellence:** Lead the product launch process, including creating launch plans, coordinating marketing efforts, and ensuring a successful rollout.
+ **Team Management and Mentorship:** Manage, mentor, and motivate a high-performing product management team. Provide guidance and career development opportunities for direct reports.
+ **Financial Decision-Making:** Analyze product performance metrics and financial data to make informed decisions regarding pricing, resource allocation, and investment strategies.
+ **Stakeholder Communication:** Serve as a product evangelist, presenting product updates, roadmaps, and strategies to executives, clients, and partners.
+ **Stay Updated on Industry Trends:** Keep abreast of industry advancements, emerging technologies, and best practices in product management to ensure the company's products remain competitive.
Career Level - M4
**About Us**
As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow's technology to tackle today's challenges. We've partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector-and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity.
We know that true innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That's why we're committed to growing an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all.
Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer competitive benefits based on parity and consistency and support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.
We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing or by calling +1 in the United States.
Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.
Product Development & Strategy Manager - Asset Management
Posted 1 day ago
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I’m working on a fantastic opportunity with a leading global asset manager that is looking to hire a Product Development professional to join its growing team. This is a broad and strategic role spanning active strategies across equities, fixed income and multi asset giving you exposure to the full product lifecycle from ideation through to launch and ongoing evolution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and enhance fund products across a variety of structures, including UCITS , OEICs , and structures used in Asian markets
- Partner with investment, distribution, legal, compliance, operations and marketing teams to bring product initiatives to life
- Conduct market, competitor and regulatory analysis to inform product decisions and identify opportunities
- Lead the end-to-end process of fund launches, closures, and modifications
- Support global product strategy with a focus on innovation, scalability, and investor relevance
- Product strategy and planning, develop annual product execution plans for Europe and Asia.
- Oversee governance obligations such as the annual Assessment of Value (AoV) and Consumer Duty assessments for the UK fund range, and those appropriate in other domiciles
Ideal Candidate:
- Solid experience in product development or product management within asset management
- Strong understanding of both active and passive (ETF) investment strategies across equities, fixed income & multi asset
- Familiarity with a range of fund structures, particularly UCITS , OEICs , and those common in Asian jurisdictions
- Proven ability to manage projects involving multiple stakeholders across global teams
- Proactive, analytical and commercially-minded approach
- Experience of working within a complex organisation and an understanding of how to collaborate with folks in different time zones.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a globally respected firm with a collaborative culture and a strong reputation for taking care of their employees.
They are in the office 4 days per week with 1 day working from home though it is an adult environment with flexibility within the day.
Please note that visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Product Development & Strategy Manager - Asset Management
Posted 1 day ago
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I’m working on a fantastic opportunity with a leading global asset manager that is looking to hire a Product Development professional to join its growing team. This is a broad and strategic role spanning active strategies across equities, fixed income and multi asset giving you exposure to the full product lifecycle from ideation through to launch and ongoing evolution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and enhance fund products across a variety of structures, including UCITS , OEICs , and structures used in Asian markets
- Partner with investment, distribution, legal, compliance, operations and marketing teams to bring product initiatives to life
- Conduct market, competitor and regulatory analysis to inform product decisions and identify opportunities
- Lead the end-to-end process of fund launches, closures, and modifications
- Support global product strategy with a focus on innovation, scalability, and investor relevance
- Product strategy and planning, develop annual product execution plans for Europe and Asia.
- Oversee governance obligations such as the annual Assessment of Value (AoV) and Consumer Duty assessments for the UK fund range, and those appropriate in other domiciles
Ideal Candidate:
- Solid experience in product development or product management within asset management
- Strong understanding of both active and passive (ETF) investment strategies across equities, fixed income & multi asset
- Familiarity with a range of fund structures, particularly UCITS , OEICs , and those common in Asian jurisdictions
- Proven ability to manage projects involving multiple stakeholders across global teams
- Proactive, analytical and commercially-minded approach
- Experience of working within a complex organisation and an understanding of how to collaborate with folks in different time zones.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a globally respected firm with a collaborative culture and a strong reputation for taking care of their employees.
They are in the office 4 days per week with 1 day working from home though it is an adult environment with flexibility within the day.
Please note that visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Product Development Manager
Posted 4 days ago
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Shape the future of heavy engineering innovation as the Product Development Manager – lead global product development from Gloucester with international travel and top-tier benefits.
About UsThis is your chance to join a globally recognised engineering innovator supplying complex mechanical products to a worldwide customer base. With cutting-edge design, hands-on manufacturing and deep-rooted industry partnerships, this business values agility, precision and international collaboration. You'll be part of a forward-thinking leadership team driving next-generation product innovation.
Key Benefits-
Salary from £50,000 to £5,000 , depending on experience
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Bonus scheme of 5,000 to 0,000 based on clear performance milestones
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23 days holiday (TBC) plus bank holidays
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Private healthcare
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Company pension scheme
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International travel to China and Europe
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Ongoing training and development opportunities
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Progression to senior leadership roles
-
Autonomy to shape product strategy and innovation
As Product Development Manager , you will be pivotal in leading product lifecycle strategy for a market-leading portfolio. This cross-functional leadership role will see you liaise directly with engineering, operations, sales, marketing, and the CEO. You’ll ensure products are commercially viable, fit-for-market, and manufactured profitably, especially within international supply chains. Key responsibilities include:
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Overseeing new product development and innovation (NPI)
-
Conducting market research to identify product demand and customer pain points
-
Collaborating with design and engineering teams to ensure product feasibility
-
Working closely with suppliers—particularly in China—to ensure build quality, specification compliance and profitability
-
Identifying and resolving issues around product quality, material performance (e.g. steel), and operational fit
-
Championing the customer voice internally while aligning with commercial objectives
-
Supporting the CEO and wider SLT with product strategy insights and implementation
To succeed as a Product Development Manager , you’ll bring a mix of engineering know-how, commercial acumen and leadership confidence. You could be a seasoned project or product manager—or a senior mechanical engineer ready to step up. We’re open to exceptional junior candidates with hands-on mechanical experience and a commercial mindset.
You will need:
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Experience in mechanical or product engineering (pneumatics/hydraulics)
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Previous exposure to project management and/or design environments
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Commercial awareness with ability to assess product profitability and customer needs
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Confidence liaising with international teams, particularly in Asia
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Full eligibility and flexibility to travel globally
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Experience in sectors such as construction plant, utilities, drilling, agricultural equipment, or heavy machinery is ideal
Product Development Manager, Mechanical Engineering Manager, Product development manager, Project Manager, Design Engineer, R&D Manager, NPI Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, Commercial Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Technical Product Manager
Next StepsApply today to learn more about this exciting international leadership opportunity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Product Development Manager
Posted 10 days ago
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Your new company
Hays are delighted to be working closely with this exceptional manufacturing success story. One, that, over the last 15 years, has continued to go from strength to strength. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative team, where you'll play a key role in the day-to-day leadership of the NPD (New Product Development) department.
Your new role
- Manage, mentor, and support the development of the NPD Team.
- Deputise for the Head of NPD as required, supporting leadership continuity across the department.
- Develop new recipes in collaboration with the Head of NPD, both internally and with flavour houses, in response to customer briefs.
- Translate market trends into commercially viable concepts, both for branded projects and proactive customer proposals.
- Adapt recipes to meet factory requirements and support the scale-up and optimisation of manufacturing processes.
- Manage multiple product development projects from concept through to launch, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification.
- Create and maintain detailed project timelines (critical paths) to drive accountability and transparency across departments.
- Coordinate and manage all product trials and first productions, ensuring successful handover to operations.
- Liaise effectively with internal teams, including operations, technical, supply chain, and commercial, throughout the development process.
- Lead and facilitate cross-functional meetings (e.g. Liquid Meetings) to align project stakeholders and track progress.
- Attend and contribute to customer and supplier meetings, responding to queries and supporting ongoing development projects.
- Present new product concepts and final developments to customers.
- Write and approve finished product specifications in accordance with customer and legal requirements.
- Review and approve product artworks, ensuring they are accurate and compliant.
- Support the supplier and raw material approval process where necessary.
- Conduct regular benchmarking and research into market trends, emerging ingredients, and evolving consumer preferences.
- Use insight to inform NPD pipeline planning and inspire new concept creation.
What you'll need to succeed
- 5+ years' experience in a development role
- Level 4 HACCP and Level 4 Food Safety within Manufacturing qualifications
- Strong attention to detail
- Experience of working with retailers and/or brands.
- Be able to prioritise where applicable and work to deadlines.
What you'll get in return
- 31 days annual leave including bank holidays.
- Additional leave with service milestones (up to 4 extra days).
- Healthcare cash plan.
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Financial wellbeing app with access to professional coaching.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
- Up to 10 days company sick pay annually.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Product development Manager
Posted 10 days ago
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Product Development Manager
Consumer, Retail, Chemical, Pest Control
Droitwich (Hybrid / Remote Working)
Competitive Salary Plus Bonus and Benefits
Are you ready to take your career to the next level with an exciting opportunity in product innovation? This company is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Product Development Manager to join their team. In this role, you'll have the chance to shape the future of products in key markets, including agriculture, retail, and pest control. If you're passionate about strategy, creativity, and delivering exceptional results, this could be the perfect role for you.
As a Product Development Manager you will:
- Define the product vision, strategy, and roadmap to align with business goals and market opportunities.
- Conduct in-depth market research to understand customer needs, trends, and competitor offerings.
- Manage the entire product development process, from concept to launch, ensuring a seamless journey.
- Collaborate across departments, including sales, regulatory, marketing, and supply chain, to deliver successful products.
- Track product performance, gather user feedback, and identify areas for continuous improvement.
- Drive innovation by identifying opportunities for new products and developing disruptive solutions.
Within this role the Product Development Manager will bring:
- A proactive mindset with a strong sense of responsibility and excellent communication skills.
- Exceptional analytical abilities and a keen eye for detail.
- Creativity and curiosity to explore new possibilities and challenge the status quo.
- Experience in product development, market research, or a similar role ideally within consumer, retail and/or pest control environment.
- The ability to work autonomously while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams.
This role plays a vital part in the company's mission to deliver innovative solutions that meet market needs and exceed customer expectations. By driving the development of new products and ensuring compliance with industry standards, you'll contribute to the company's growth and long-term success.
Location:
This role is based out of their new facility in Droitwich but will offer hybrid/remote working subject to the individual, offering an excellent opportunity to work in a vibrant and supportive environment.
Interested?:
If you're ready to make a real impact as a Product Development Manager , don't wait! Apply today and take the first step towards an exciting new chapter in your career.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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Product Development Manager
Posted 6 days ago
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Shape the future of heavy engineering innovation as the Product Development Manager – lead global product development from Gloucester with international travel and top-tier benefits.
About UsThis is your chance to join a globally recognised engineering innovator supplying complex mechanical products to a worldwide customer base. With cutting-edge design, hands-on manufacturing and deep-rooted industry partnerships, this business values agility, precision and international collaboration. You'll be part of a forward-thinking leadership team driving next-generation product innovation.
Key Benefits-
Salary from £50,000 to £5,000 , depending on experience
-
Bonus scheme of 5,000 to 0,000 based on clear performance milestones
-
23 days holiday (TBC) plus bank holidays
-
Private healthcare
-
Company pension scheme
-
International travel to China and Europe
-
Ongoing training and development opportunities
-
Progression to senior leadership roles
-
Autonomy to shape product strategy and innovation
As Product Development Manager , you will be pivotal in leading product lifecycle strategy for a market-leading portfolio. This cross-functional leadership role will see you liaise directly with engineering, operations, sales, marketing, and the CEO. You’ll ensure products are commercially viable, fit-for-market, and manufactured profitably, especially within international supply chains. Key responsibilities include:
-
Overseeing new product development and innovation (NPI)
-
Conducting market research to identify product demand and customer pain points
-
Collaborating with design and engineering teams to ensure product feasibility
-
Working closely with suppliers—particularly in China—to ensure build quality, specification compliance and profitability
-
Identifying and resolving issues around product quality, material performance (e.g. steel), and operational fit
-
Championing the customer voice internally while aligning with commercial objectives
-
Supporting the CEO and wider SLT with product strategy insights and implementation
To succeed as a Product Development Manager , you’ll bring a mix of engineering know-how, commercial acumen and leadership confidence. You could be a seasoned project or product manager—or a senior mechanical engineer ready to step up. We’re open to exceptional junior candidates with hands-on mechanical experience and a commercial mindset.
You will need:
-
Experience in mechanical or product engineering (pneumatics/hydraulics)
-
Previous exposure to project management and/or design environments
-
Commercial awareness with ability to assess product profitability and customer needs
-
Confidence liaising with international teams, particularly in Asia
-
Full eligibility and flexibility to travel globally
-
Experience in sectors such as construction plant, utilities, drilling, agricultural equipment, or heavy machinery is ideal
Product Development Manager, Mechanical Engineering Manager, Product development manager, Project Manager, Design Engineer, R&D Manager, NPI Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, Commercial Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Technical Product Manager
Next StepsApply today to learn more about this exciting international leadership opportunity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Product development Manager
Posted 13 days ago
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Product Development Manager
Consumer, Retail, Chemical, Pest Control
Droitwich (Hybrid / Remote Working)
Competitive Salary Plus Bonus and Benefits
Are you ready to take your career to the next level with an exciting opportunity in product innovation? This company is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Product Development Manager to join their team. In this role, you'll have the chance to shape the future of products in key markets, including agriculture, retail, and pest control. If you're passionate about strategy, creativity, and delivering exceptional results, this could be the perfect role for you.
As a Product Development Manager you will:
- Define the product vision, strategy, and roadmap to align with business goals and market opportunities.
- Conduct in-depth market research to understand customer needs, trends, and competitor offerings.
- Manage the entire product development process, from concept to launch, ensuring a seamless journey.
- Collaborate across departments, including sales, regulatory, marketing, and supply chain, to deliver successful products.
- Track product performance, gather user feedback, and identify areas for continuous improvement.
- Drive innovation by identifying opportunities for new products and developing disruptive solutions.
Within this role the Product Development Manager will bring:
- A proactive mindset with a strong sense of responsibility and excellent communication skills.
- Exceptional analytical abilities and a keen eye for detail.
- Creativity and curiosity to explore new possibilities and challenge the status quo.
- Experience in product development, market research, or a similar role ideally within consumer, retail and/or pest control environment.
- The ability to work autonomously while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams.
This role plays a vital part in the company's mission to deliver innovative solutions that meet market needs and exceed customer expectations. By driving the development of new products and ensuring compliance with industry standards, you'll contribute to the company's growth and long-term success.
Location:
This role is based out of their new facility in Droitwich but will offer hybrid/remote working subject to the individual, offering an excellent opportunity to work in a vibrant and supportive environment.
Interested?:
If you're ready to make a real impact as a Product Development Manager , don't wait! Apply today and take the first step towards an exciting new chapter in your career.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Product Development Manager
Posted 13 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Your new company
Hays are delighted to be working closely with this exceptional manufacturing success story. One, that, over the last 15 years, has continued to go from strength to strength. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative team, where you'll play a key role in the day-to-day leadership of the NPD (New Product Development) department.
Your new role
- Manage, mentor, and support the development of the NPD Team.
- Deputise for the Head of NPD as required, supporting leadership continuity across the department.
- Develop new recipes in collaboration with the Head of NPD, both internally and with flavour houses, in response to customer briefs.
- Translate market trends into commercially viable concepts, both for branded projects and proactive customer proposals.
- Adapt recipes to meet factory requirements and support the scale-up and optimisation of manufacturing processes.
- Manage multiple product development projects from concept through to launch, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification.
- Create and maintain detailed project timelines (critical paths) to drive accountability and transparency across departments.
- Coordinate and manage all product trials and first productions, ensuring successful handover to operations.
- Liaise effectively with internal teams, including operations, technical, supply chain, and commercial, throughout the development process.
- Lead and facilitate cross-functional meetings (e.g. Liquid Meetings) to align project stakeholders and track progress.
- Attend and contribute to customer and supplier meetings, responding to queries and supporting ongoing development projects.
- Present new product concepts and final developments to customers.
- Write and approve finished product specifications in accordance with customer and legal requirements.
- Review and approve product artworks, ensuring they are accurate and compliant.
- Support the supplier and raw material approval process where necessary.
- Conduct regular benchmarking and research into market trends, emerging ingredients, and evolving consumer preferences.
- Use insight to inform NPD pipeline planning and inspire new concept creation.
What you'll need to succeed
- 5+ years' experience in a development role
- Level 4 HACCP and Level 4 Food Safety within Manufacturing qualifications
- Strong attention to detail
- Experience of working with retailers and/or brands.
- Be able to prioritise where applicable and work to deadlines.
What you'll get in return
- 31 days annual leave including bank holidays.
- Additional leave with service milestones (up to 4 extra days).
- Healthcare cash plan.
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Financial wellbeing app with access to professional coaching.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
- Up to 10 days company sick pay annually.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)