The NPD Administrator will support the NPD/R&D team by coordinating, documenting and tracking all stages of NPD for the BI business. The role ensures that relevant departments are aligned and that new launches are delivered on time, meeting defined quality standards and marketing requirements. All administrative framework that supports the teams ability to develop and launch new products from concept through to commercialization are to be maintained.
Project Coordination. Assist the R&D team in managing projects, ensuring that timelines are met, progress is tracked and stakeholders updated to any changes of project status and schedule.
Documentation and Compliance. Manage and maintain comprehensive records for all stages of product development, including briefs, specifications, formulations/recipes and pack details.
Sample Management. Coordinate the production, distribution and documentation required for internal/external customers, presentations and trials. Maintain an inventory (where necessary) for raw materials and samples needed for trials and presentations.
Data Management and Reporting. Input and manage all product related data in relevant systems. Ensure all specifications, reports and documents are up to date. Generate reports on project status, timings and costings as required.
Team Support. Provide administrative support to the R&D team as required. Arrange and document minutes of meetings, prepare reports and presentations. Act as the point of contact for R&D related queries and coordinate responses and flow of information.
Cross functional Collaboration. Key relationships will be needed with colleagues across functions, including Marketing, Quality, Finance and Sales.
Launch success rates. A ‘right first time’ mindset for projects is the target.
Accuracy and detail of report generation, documentation and timelines
Peer review. Supervisors and peer reviews for evaluation of teamwork, quality of work and communication of results/reports
Teamwork. Fostering a professional work environment where quality and delivery of assignments is performed in a collaborative way.
A minimum of 2 to 3 years + in a Food environment in a similar administrative role. Preferably R&D or NPD..
Bachelors/ Master Degree in Food Science, Business Administration or a related field preferred.