Vickerstock are proud to partner with a well-established FMCG organisation based in Dublin Area, a leading distributor of ambient food products, in the appointment of a Head of NPD & Technical.
Our client has built an outstanding reputation based on product quality, strong customer relationships, and a collaborative, forward-thinking culture.
This is a pivotal senior leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering a 3-5-year innovation strategy, while ensuring robust technical governance across a diverse supplier base throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe. The successful candidate will balance strategic direction with operational excellence, leading a high-performing team and managing co-manufacturing partnerships to deliver compliant, commercially successful, consumer-focused products.
What's in it for you?
Salary €80-90k DOE
Company bonus
Company pension
Employee product discounts
Flexible working schedule
On-site parking
A friendly, inclusive & growth focused environment
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the Innovation & Technical function to deliver agreed KPIs and budgets
Drive the end-to-end NPD pipeline from concept to launch
Shape and execute long-term innovation strategy
Manage supplier and co-manufacturer technical relationships
Ensure compliance with BRC and relevant food safety standards
Partner cross-functionally with Commercial, Finance & Operations
Lead packaging development projects in line with both consumer appeal and sustainability goals.
Build and develop a high-performing team
Other duties as may be required
What you will need:
10+ years' experience in food NPD and technical management roles, ideally with branded FMCG businesses.
Proven experience in leading NPD projects across fresh, frozen, and ambient categories.
Strong understanding of food legislation, safety, and audit requirements (e.g. BRC, ISO 22000).
Experience working with UK and EU co-manufacturers.
Commercial acumen, with experience working with major retail accounts.
Experience managing cross-functional teams and external factory partners.
Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills.
Get in touch:
Sound like the career move you've been after and would like to hear more, pick up the phone to Anna now on T 01 526 7473 or send an updated CV - in Word format - via the link on the page (or email).
If this opportunity doesn't quite get the taste buds flowing but like me you are passionate about food, let's get a chat and see how I can help grow your career.
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