NPD Manager - London, United Kingdom - Curaleaf International

Description

Job Description

At Curaleaf, we have spent the last decade driving the cannabis health movement and providing people across globe with quality products they can rely on. The quality of our products is unrivalled, and our business model powers our vision: to make high quality cannabis accessible to those that need it.

The Product/Projects Team owns the strategy and execution of the Product, as well as the planning, management, and execution of Transformation across the International business.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The role of the NPD Manager is comprised of project management of new product launches, facilitating and managing the cross-functional workflows, and managing each new product from ideation to commercialization. The role will need analytical skills, project management, and technical ability.

DURATION:

Ideally, for 9 months starting from May 2024

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Managing new products throughout the commercialization journey.

· Analyze data to establish patient needs and make suggestions for product improvements.

· Facilitate and manage cross-functional workflows using the Project Management tool.

· Working with R&D to manage formulation design, testing and manufacture.

· Working with third parties to achieve the best possible materials.

· Planning, testing and implementation of new packaging, ensuring brand guidelines and regulatory requirements are met.

· Analysis of the full process, recommending areas of improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

· Minimum 3 years' experience in a GMP or Food Grade facility in a PM, NPD, R&D or technical role.

· Proven experience of managing complex plans to an agreed timeline.

· Proven experience of managing larger programs of cross-functional work.

· Ability to drive collaboration and provide clear direction.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail.

· Able to communicate with and influence all levels of stakeholders within the business.

· Strong working knowledge of MS Office

· Knowledge of Project Management tools beneficial.

Some National and International travel may be required.

Curaleaf International and Company Name Limited are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Curaleaf International Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships