Imperial Recruitment Group are delighted to announce that we are working on behalf of a long established Manufacturing company in Halifax to recruit a Head of New Product Development on a Permanent basis.

Position: Head of New Product Development
Location: Halifax
Salary: Negotiable
Employment Type: Permanent

Purpose of Role:

As the Head of NPD, you will be responsible for driving innovation and overseeing the development of new products. You'll lead a multi-disciplinary, collaborate with various departments, and play a critical role in shaping the company's product portfolio.

Responsibilities

* Lead and oversee all aspects of New Product Development (NPD) clients innovation and development hub.

* Develop and execute a strategic NPD plan aligned with company goals, customer needs and product roadmaps.

* Stay abreast of industry trends and new technologies to drive ground-breaking product innovation.

* Support the development of a culture and environment that makes it a great place to work.

* Inspire and lead a multi-disciplinary NPD team to deliver objectives.

* Collaborate closely with key stakeholders in Product Management, Testing, Manufacturing Operations, Marketing and Quality Control.

* Work closely with Project Management to deliver projects on time and on budget.

* Provide strong, visible and collaborative leadership acting as a positive role model to all members of the team.

Essential:

* A degree in Product Design, Engineering or equivalent.

* Proven experience in an NPD leadership role and a track record of successful product delivery.

* An enthusiastic and motivational person with a can-do attitude.

* A strong technical background and a passion for innovation, prepared to challenge the convention.

* You must be prepared to work at pace, be flexible and agile, but always adhering to correct processes and procedures.

* Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

* Results orientated with ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines.

* Approachable and sociable.

Desirable:

* Knowledge of advanced polymer technologies.

* Fellow or Chartered Member of an industry related Professional Body.

* Knowledge of environmental and regulatory compliance.

* Proficiency in 3D CAD and PDM software.

* Willingness to travel to European and Far East locations.

For more information please get in touch with Yaw Ankomah at Imperial Recruitment Group