Reporting to the Platform Lead, you will be responsible for applying new ideas, knowledge, and technology to create products that provide our customers with added value. You will also be taking account of market trends and customer needs which includes leading, developing and delivering new product development projects within the platform.,

In conjunction with Category Managers, Product Managers and Product Development teams; review global product range, processes and technologies and identify areas for improvement
Manage product development projects from concept through to commercialisation
Prepare detailed project plans, including budgets for individual projects
Manage project resources both internal and external to maximise efficiency of use,
Manage Technologist/Technician team members, support their personal development, and regularly evaluate their performance
Monitor and control financial expenditure on individual projects
Be part of Strategic Product Development project teams
Accountable for food and manufacturing safety standards and leads the successful transition of new products into operational processes to maximise yield
In conjunction with Commercial teams, ensure that new products successfully delivered against customer expectations and commercial objectives
Ability to work with key stakeholders globally to ensure communication and timelines around delivery

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills working with our customers, suppliers, and other parts of the Devro group