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. Check out their website here: www.abbottlyon.com About the role As our New Product Development (NPD) Project Manager, you will be responsible for driving the critical path for new product development leading the end-to-end execution of new product launches and upgrades, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to the highest standard. With 3–5 years of project management experience, you’ll thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment, driving the critical path for product development from concept through to market release. You’ll play a pivotal role in coordinating cross-functional teams including Design, Buying, Merchandising, Operations, and external suppliers, to align on key milestones and deliverables. Your exceptional planning and organisational skills will ensure seamless product launches and smooth internal workflows. In addition to leading NPD projects, you will support the Head of Business Operations by maintaining and optimising our project management tool (Asana), including regular updates, modifications, and ensuring day-to-day tool functionality aligns with business needs. 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 • Track and mitigate risks that could impact product launches, for example delayed samples from suppliers, and proactively identify solutions, communicating all updates to relevant stakeholders. • Work with the Marketing and E-com teams to align launch strategies and go-to-market plans meticulously tracking all deadlines. • Provide critical path support to the Head of Business Operations for company-wide critical paths and project initiatives. Project Management Tool Ownership (Asana) • Maintain and optimise Asana for the Product, Buying, and Design teams, ensuring accurate task tracking, reporting, and workflow setup. • Maintain Critical Path actions ensuring all administrative elements are kept up to date. • Lead onboarding and training of new team members on Asana usage, promoting adoption and best practices across departments. • Regularly update and refine templates, project structures, and reporting dashboards to support evolving business needs. Wider Product Projects & Strategic Planning • 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. 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 • 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 sam.mendes@abbottlyon.com 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.