New Product Development Specialist

NPD Assistant North London (Hybrid) £25k - £30,000 per annum My client is a leading beauty and gifting brand owner. Due to continuous growth and recent acquisitions, the opportunity to recruit an NPD Assistant has arisen. Responsibilities Support new launches across their premium beauty and gifting ranges. Assist in managing the end-to-end process, from concept through to delivery, with the support of the Senior NPD Manager, ensuring the seamless delivery of cutting-edge products that resonate with the brands ethos. Development: Drive the creation and development of commercially viable product concepts. Innovation: Initiate and implement creative and market-driven product stories that underscore our distinctive heritage, positioning and competitive advantage. Project Co-Ordination: Manage projects from concept brief to launch, ensuring adherence to critical path timelines and successful completion. Market Research: Conduct market analysis and consumer research to identify gaps in the market and potential opportunities for new product development. Leverage insights to guide decision-making and product strategy. Budget: Plan, manage, and track project budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and commercial feasibility. Requirements Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar product development role, preferably within the beauty or toiletries sector. Proven project management experience. Familiarity with sourcing and development, particularly in the Far East, is advantageous.