Vickerstock are delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established and growing food manufacturing business in the Ballymena area on the appointment of NPD Manager. This is a key role within the technical team, responsible for driving new product development from concept through to launch, working closely with major retail customers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, commercially viable products. Key Responsibilities Manage the full NPD process from concept to factory launch. Interpret customer briefs and develop commercially viable product solutions. Lead product trials, scale-up activities and first production runs. Ensure all products meet food safety, legal and retailer requirements. Develop and maintain product specifications, formulations and technical data. Coordinate project timelines, critical paths and launch activities. Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal teams to ensure project delivery. Support artwork, packaging and labelling developm...