NPD Project Manager

NPD Project ManagerLocation: CardiffSalary: 48,000 per annumFull-time PermanentWe are working on behalf of an established manufacturing business in Cardiff who are looking to appoint an experienced NPD Project Manager to take ownership of multiple product development projects through to production readiness and final release.This is not a product design role. The products and technical concepts are already developed; the successful candidate will be responsible for project managing the process, bringing structure, accountability and momentum to each project and ensuring every stage is completed, documented, tested and approved before progressing.We are looking for an experienced professional with 10+ years'' experience within manufacturing, product development, NPD/NPI or a closely related technical environment, together with proven people management experience.The RoleAs NPD Project Manager, you will manage several projects simultaneously, coordinating activity across Design, Technical, Production, Quality and external testing partners.You will be responsible for ensuring projects progress through a structured stage-gate process, with clear milestones, responsibilities, approvals and supporting documentation in place. Key responsibilities will include:Managing multiple NPD and product introduction projects from development through to production readiness and releaseCreating and maintaining project plans, milestones, priorities and responsibilitiesCoordinating internal ..... full job details .....