NPD Manager

OverviewBulk is on an incredible journey, with a mission to move the business from a manufacturing-led retailer to a destination brand for active nutrition. We are shaking up the sports nutrition industry through disruptive marketing campaigns that help people think differently about our brand – and we want you to be a part of it!

We want passionate risk-takers. We want people that like to challenge our thinking. We want people that live and breathe digital and have an affinity to the world of nutrition, health, fitness, and sports.

In a NutshellIN A NUTSHELL

As a leading manufacturer in sports nutrition and health food, we produce a wide range of products, from powders and capsules to tablets and soft gels, all from our cutting-edge facility.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in shaping the future of our product range by owning and driving the Innovation calendar that aligns with our broader product and commercial strategy.

Working closely with the Head of Innovation and Product Strategy Director, you’ll help define and deliver a forward-thinking pipeline that anticipates consumer needs and brings exciting new products to market. You''ll also lead and support a team of two New Product Developers, helping them grow and thrive as they bring fresh ideas to life.

This is a highly collaborative position that will see you partner with teams across the business, from Brand and Studio to Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and eCommerce, to deliver best-in-class innovation and seamless product launches.

Responsibilities

Lead the formulation and flavouring of market-leading sports nutrition products.

Develop efficacious, compliant products for our target markets.

Build and maintain strong relationships with ingredient and flavour suppliers; negotiate effectively to support innovation.

Partner with the purchasing team and suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of materials.

Manage and mentor the Innovation team, supporting their growth and development.

Provide technical expertise and support to the Customer Service team as needed.

Oversee the full innovation process from ideation to launch, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

Develop and manage the innovation pipeline.

Contribute to the strategic direction of the innovation pipeline, including new product development (NPD), extension, and renovation (EPD).

Manage projects from concept through to launch, ensuring all milestones are met.

Collaborate cross-functionally with key teams (Commercial: Brand, Marketing, Studio, Acquisition, and Customer Service; Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Logistics) to deliver aligned and successful launches.

Conduct consumer research (sensory and/or data-driven) to validate and refine concepts.

Define and deliver the commercial proposition of each new product, ensuring alignment with business, team, and category objectives.

Qualifications

Degree in Sports Science, Food Science, Nutrition, or a related field.

Proven experience developing and launching products in the sports nutrition, health, or wellbeing sector.

At least 5 years’ experience in New Product Development (NPD) or a similar innovation role.

Strong understanding of EFSA/compliance, including health and nutritional claims legislation.

Demonstrated project management skills with a track record of delivering projects on time and to a high standard.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Confident, detail-oriented, and commercially minded.

Natural leader and team player who inspires and supports others.

Previous people management experience is a plus, but a genuine enthusiasm and eagerness to lead is essential!

Benefits

Monthly Bulk Bank Benefits Allowance including a subsidised Gym Membership

A day off to celebrate your Birthday

PerkBox Subscription

60% discount on all Bulk products

Flexi Start

Additional Annual Leave (optional)

Teammate Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Medicash

A day off for Volunteering (optional)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave and workplace nursery scheme

Bulk Pantry

Happy Hour Drinks Fridge (Thursdays and Fridays)

Summer Working Hours

Location and work arrangementLOCATION : Colchester

HYBRID : 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home

Our commitmentBulk is a place where employees have a voice fundamental to our success as a business. Building a diverse and inclusive team enables us to reach and connect with our global customers, from developing delicious recipes to how our brand is built and perceived.

Regardless of age, disability, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, education, neurodiversity or any protected characteristic, if you are a passionate risk-taker and eager to make a difference in sports nutrition, we want to hear from you. We know that a CV doesn’t begin to scratch the surface, and that the things that make you who you are could be a real game-changer for us. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

PRIVACY Bulk takes your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application for this role. When you apply, we shall process your details for this vacancy only and we will not pass your details onto a third party. We may contact you by email, text or telephone about the progress of your application. This processing is conducted lawfully on the basis of legitimate interests.

Job details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Product Management and Marketing

Industries: Wellness and Fitness ..... full job details .....