Project Manager (NPD) - Abbott Lyon

Project Manager (NPD) - Abbott Lyon

Rewarding salary + 10% bonus + benefits

Hybrid – 3 days per week at the London Product Studio

We've partnered with the exciting brand Abbott Lyon as we search for a NPD Project Manager to join their team!

Company Overview

Abbott Lyon is all about creating affordable luxury, designer-inspired, trend-led jewellery and accessories with a personal touch.

Founded in 2015 by Jezz Skelton & Asha Jones it has become a big hit globally, achieving eight figure revenue direct to consumers via its website, and is the fastest-growing jewellery brand in the UK, and recently ranked in the Sunday Times 100. Abbott Lyon’s focus is on creating high quality, stylish and meaningful jewellery designs with thoughtful and personal touches.

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About the role

As our NPD Project Manager, you will be accountable for driving the critical path for new product development while leading broader product team projects. Working in a fast paced environment with high expectations, we are looking for a passionate Planning / Project Manager to lead the development and introduction of new products and product upgrades from concept through to market by utilising strong project management skills.

This role is integral in ensuring that product launches are seamless, deadlines are met, and cross-functional teams are aligned. You'll work closely with design, buying, merchandising, Marketing / brand, operations, and suppliers to bring our stunning product collections to market.

Key Responsibilities

New Product Development (NPD) & Critical Path Management

• Own and manage the full NPD critical path, ensuring all key milestones – from ideation to launch – are met on time.
• Facilitate key cross functional meetings relating to NPD, aligning team resources and dependencies to deliver the Product Roadmap.
• Manage all key stakeholders involved in NPD to deliverables
• Define and refine product briefs, ensuring they meet business objectives, brand standards, and consumer preferences
• Proactively identify, track, and mitigate risks that could affect product launches, such as delayed samples from suppliers. Develop and implement solutions, communicating all updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain Critical Path actions within relevant Project Management tools (currently Asana), ensuring all administrative elements are kept up to date
• Ensure product data, commercials, E-com and Operations set-up are finalised ahead of launch.
• Work with the Marketing and E-com teams to align launch strategies and go-to-market plans meticulously tracking all deadlines.
• Provide support to the Head of Business Operations in managing company-wide critical paths.
• Responsible for Asana onboarding and utilisation within the Product, Buying, and Design teams.

Wider Product Projects & Strategic Planning

• Lead cross-functional product initiatives including, for example, packaging innovations, sustainability projects, and process improvements.
• Develop and refine the Critical Path framework to drive efficiency in product development.
• Work closely with wider teams, including Operations and Marketing teams, to improve agility and speed to market
• Collaborate with the Head of Business Operations to ensure all team-led calls have accurate and current agendas, enabling teams to be properly informed.
• Monitor market trends and competitor launches to help inform product strategy and Innovation.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in New Product Development/Project Management within fast paced consumer goods (bonus points for within a scaling ecommerce brand)
• You may have prior experience within Jewellery or Lifestyle Accessories - which is not a must but would be a huge advantage
• Affinity with project management tools (Asana preferred but not essential)
• Exposure to and understanding of project management frameworks (notably Agile and Critical Path)
• You have a “hands on” disposition and will get stuck in on all elements of Project
• Management, personally understanding the current challenges and requirements of
• each department to deliver successful launches You have a proven track-record of cross functional collaboration and influencing business partners
• You are an exceptional communicator with strong written, verbal and presentation skills, and the ability to convey effectively complex data and processes to diverse audiences.
• You have strong interpersonal skills, with a hunger for learning and development; a team player with a positive attitude.
• You can effectively prioritise and manage resources to achieve maximum results, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail.
• You thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment with other colleagues who are also motivated and collaborative

Benefits

• Rewarding base salary + 10% bonus package
• Flexible, hybrid working arrangements, there’s a minimum requirement of three days a week in office in the London Studio
• Lots of potential for career development and training
• Private Health Insurance
• Fun and friendly team with regular socials
• Opportunity to be a part of the fastest growing jewellery brand in the UK!

If you’re looking to join an innovative, fast-growing brand, apply now or email Sam at [email protected] to learn more!

Abbott Lyon is committed to building and supporting a brilliant, diverse, and inclusive team as an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know how we can support you.