NPD Project Manager Job at City of London Full Time NEW

We have partnered with a leading European snack manufacturing business to find a Co-Manufacturing Project Manager to join their growing operations team in the UK.

This is a high-visibility, business-building role where you will own co-manufacturing projects end to end from Business Case development through contract negotiation, delivery and ongoing account management.

Responsibilities

• Build and present Business Cases to internal SteerCo and customers outlining timelines, CAPEX, financials and commercial terms
• Negotiate contract terms with major brand partners
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, tracking progress against agreed baselines
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams across R&D, supply chain, quality, finance and legal
• Manage relationships with co-manufacturing partners and brand customers at a senior level
• Monitor KPIs, identify risks early and drive resolution

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of project management experience within food manufacturing or FMCG
• Proven background in co-manufacturing, co-packing or contract manufacturing
• Strong commercial and financial acumen — experience building business cases and negotiating contracts
• Excellent stakeholder management skills at senior level
• Degree in Engineering, Food Technology or related discipline preferred

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and package
• High growth environment with real scope to expand the team
• Direct exposure to major multinational food brands
• A business genuinely investing in its Co-Manufacturing function