NPD Project Manager - 12m FTC
£50,000 | Greater London
NPD Project Manager - 12 Month Contract Greater London | Hybrid £50,000–£55,000 + Package I have partnered with a growing leader in the drinks industry, seeking an experienced NPD Project Manager to lead new product development and commercialisation projects within a fast-paced, international environment. Key Responsibilities Lead multiple NPD and commercialisation projects from concept through to launch. Build and manage project plans, timelines, milestones and budgets. Coordinate cross-functional teams across Commercial, Technical, Supply Chain and Operations. Manage risks, resolve issues and ensure projects remain on track. Lead project meetings and provide clear updates to senior stakeholders. Ensure projects progress through the required approval and governance stages. Use project data and reporting to track performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Continuously improve project management processes and ways of working. Experience Experience in NPD, project management or commercialisation, ideally within FMCG, consumer goods or another fast-paced industry. Proven experience managing projects from planning through to launch. Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills. Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong analytical skills and confidence using Excel and project management systems. A commercially minded, proactive and resilient approach. The confidence to challenge stakeholders, solve problems and keep projects moving. This is a great opportunity to join a high-growth drinks business and play a key role in delivering exciting new products to market.