Interim Project Manager - New Product Launch

Interim / Fractional Product Launch Project Manager (NPD Focus) Rate: £350 - £400 per day Start: ASAP Location: Midlands (hybrid - mainly remote with occasional site visits) Commitment: 2-3 days per week

We're partnering with an established and growing product-led business to support a pipeline of new product launches over the next 6 months.

They're looking for a hands-on Product Launch Project Manager who can bring structure, pace, and accountability to the end-to-end launch process - ensuring products are delivered to market on time and to a high standard.

This role would suit someone with strong experience in NPD (New Product Development), stage-gate processes, and cross-functional delivery. The Role You will take ownership of the full product launch lifecycle, driving delivery across multiple workstreams and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include

Building and managing detailed launch plans, timelines, and Gantt charts

Owning the stage-gate / governance process, ensuring clear milestones and sign-offs

Coordinating cross-functional teams across

Product / Buying

Brand & Marketing

Design

Supply Chain & Operations

Driving accountability - chasing actions and ensuring deadlines are met

Managing dependencies, risks, and bottlenecks across multiple launches

Supporting product readiness, including

Product information and specifications

Packaging and launch materials

Alignment across teams prior to launch

Creating clear reporting and KPI tracking post-launch

Bringing structure and consistency to the overall launch process

What we're looking for

Proven experience delivering end-to-end product launches (NPD)

Strong understanding of stage-gate / gated governance processes

Highly organised, with experience managing multiple concurrent launches

Confident working across cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders

Hands-on approach - comfortable getting into the detail and driving delivery

Strong planning skills (Gantt, timelines, Smartsheet, MS Project or similar)

Background in consumer products, retail, FMCG, or manufacturing

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