Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager - New Product Development

Location: Surrey (Frimley area)
Sector: FMCG / Consumer Goods / Nutrition & Supplements

Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 + generous benefits + Annual Bonus

Hybrid: YES

The Opportunity

We are partnering with a fast-growing, product-led business operating within the FMCG, health, and consumer goods space, supporting the development and launch of innovative products for a wide range of clients.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a commercially minded Project Manager to take ownership of new client projects from concept through to delivery.

This is a highly visible role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working at the intersection of product development, commercial decision-making, and client management.

The Role

You will act as the key point of contact during the development phase of new product launches, ensuring projects move efficiently from initial concept through to final sign-off.

Key responsibilities include:

• Taking full ownership of multiple projects, managing them from concept through to launch
• Acting as the primary client contact throughout the development lifecycle
• Coordinating cross-functional teams across product development, packaging, and operations
• Managing timelines, costs, and deliverables to ensure commercial viability
• Supporting product development processes including briefing, sampling, and production trials
• Ensuring clear documentation and smooth handover to account management teams
• Contributing to commercial discussions including costings and margin considerations
• Keeping up to date with industry trends to support innovation and competitive positioning

About You

We're looking for someone with a strong blend of project delivery, commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills.

You may currently be working in roles such as:

• Project Manager (NPD / FMCG / Product Development)
• Product Development Manager
• Innovation or Commercialisation Manager
• Account Manager within a product-led or manufacturing environment
• Sales

Experience from any of the following sectors would be highly relevant:

• FMCG / Food & Beverage
• Beauty / Personal Care / Cosmetics
• Nutrition / Supplements / Health products
• Contract manufacturing or private label

Key Requirements

• Proven experience managing projects from concept through to launch
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams
• Experience working in product-led or manufacturing environments
• Commercial awareness, including exposure to costings, budgets, or margins
• Confident communicator with experience managing client or stakeholder relationships
• Ability to work at pace and drive projects forward in a dynamic environment

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to own and lead end-to-end product development projects
• Work in a growing, entrepreneurial business with strong market momentum
• High level of client exposure and influence on commercial outcomes
• Fast-paced, collaborative environment with genuine progression opportunities

If you're looking to step into a role where you can combine project delivery, client interaction, and commercial impact, we'd love to hear from you.

REF: INDSR