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Alexander Steele Recruitment is working in partnership with a market leading wholesaler based in Leicester. Due to a period of exciting growth, they are looking to appoint an R&D Manager to lead on developing new products for the company portfolio.
On offer:
• Salary is £35k - £40k DOE
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension
• 40 hours per week
The role:
Reporting to the Managing Director, they will manage the R&D department with ownership of R&D projects and see through to product launch.
The successful candidate is tasked with conducting onsite development trials, collaborating with other departments such as sales and marketing, and leading product briefs.
The key responsibilities of the role include:
• Managing new product development trials from concept to launch
• Sourcing materials from suppliers with cost and quality in mind
• Leading weekly R&D meetings and product briefs
• Implementing processes for new R&D projects
• Attending trade shows to represent the company
• Delivering on NPD briefs from customers
Candidate requirements:
The business is looking for an individual with experience in a similar role in a fast paced environment within FMCG.
•Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
•Confident working independently on projects
•Effective at engaging with operational teams
If you’re interested in learning more about this role, please contact Sammi Hamilton at Alexander Steele.
R&D Manager
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Location:
Leicestershire
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
£35000 - £40000
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Job ref:
J2961
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Published:
3 months ago
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Expiry date:
29 Aug 2024