Head of Product Development

• £50,000 - £55,000
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Head of Product Development

Flexible working – 2 days/week in the office

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Product Development to join an innovative consumer goods business. Our client is a family owned business who have brands that will be recognised globally. This role will head up their product development function and will be responsible for identifying and developing new and innovative products from concept through to launch. Our client also has a big focus on its social responsibility, currently working towards B Corp status and this role will incorporate this into new product launches.

The key responsibilities of the Head of Product Development will be to:

• Work with the marketing team to identify areas of opportunity to develop new products and ranges
• Generate new product ideas and present these to various product teams
• Be aware of market trends and competitor products
• Drive NPD in line with the business’s sustainability targets
• Work closely with the purchasing department to obtain suppliers and acquire quotes for NPD
• Be responsible for the performance of a product manager
• Liaise with lawyers regarding any infringement of intellectual property

To apply for this role, you will display the following:

• Have product development experience in a similar role
• Excellent MS Skills
• Be educated to degree level
• Basic understanding of Adobe Photoshop and Solidworks 3D
• Have an understanding of the NPD process
• Experience working with an intellectual property law firm and working with trademarks and patents