Product Development Manager (12 month FTC)

Posted 23 October 2025
LocationNorthampton
Job type Fixed-Term - Full Time
Discipline Commercial
Reference042805
Job FunctionCommercial
Expiry date 23 November 2025

Job description

Job: Product Development Manager (12 month FTC)

Location: Northampton (Hybrid)

 

Why Greencore?

 

At Greencore, we’re passionate about creating food that people love. We partner with some of the UK’s best loved retailers, and our work with Marks & Spencer is among the most dynamic and fast-moving in the industry.

 

To continue our growth, we’re looking for a Product Development Manager to join our Northampton site, to help us drive innovation, and anticipate future trends -strengthening our partnership with Marks & Spencer and shaping the products of tomorrow.

 

The Role

 

As Product Development Manager, you’ll lead the delivery of new and exciting food concepts, ensuring projects move seamlessly from idea to launch. You’ll work closely with M&S and internal teams to manage multiple briefs, bringing creativity and strategic thinking to every stage of development.

 

Key responsibilities include:

  • Taking ownership of M&S development briefs from concept through to launch, ensuring each project is delivered on time and in full.
  • Managing the critical path and driving progress across multiple workstreams.
  • Building and maintaining a strong, collaborative relationship with M&S technologists and buyers.
  • Bringing strategic insight and forward-thinking to future development plans, helping the team stay ahead of trends and customer expectations.
  • Encouraging innovation, creativity, and excellence in every product we deliver.
  • Leading with influence and confidence, ensuring clarity and momentum across the team.
  • Supporting and mentoring technologists and developers, helping them to grow and succeed.

What We’re Looking For

  • Significant experience in product development within chilled or convenience food manufacturing.
  • Previous experience working with Marks & Spencer would be a real advantage.
  • Strong project management skills with a proven ability to manage the critical path and multiple briefs.
  • A confident, collaborative communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.
  • Creative thinker with a strong commercial awareness and genuine passion for food.
  • A natural leader who can inspire, challenge, and drive progress.

 

What you’ll get in return

  • Competitive salary and job-related benefits
  • Holidays
  • Pension up to 8% matched
  • Company share save scheme
  • Greencore Qualifications
  • Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform
  • Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform