The Role

Location: Liverpool, hybrid
Job Grade:GG6

Join a Global Leader in Innovation – Platform Development Manager Opportunity

Are you ready to shape the future of next-generation products? Imperial Brands, a dynamic and inclusive global FMCG business powered by 25,000 talented individuals, is seeking a Platform Development Manager to join our EVP/HT Category Innovation Team.

In this pivotal role, you’ll lead a team of Subject Matter Experts and drive the development of cutting-edge devices across our New Product Development pipeline. Reporting to the Head of HT/EVP Category R&D, you’ll play a central role in delivering breakthrough innovations that define the future of our category.

Principle Accountabilities

• Led a multidisciplinary team of Device Development Engineers to deliver prototypes and technical solutions for innovation projects, acting as the technical authority across mechanical and electronic engineering disciplines.
• Directed the technical delivery of critical projects within the EVP and HT spaces, ensuring alignment with design briefs, functional performance, and regulatory standards.
• Managed end-to-end product development, from concept generation and iterative prototyping to testing and validation, while fostering collaboration with internal teams and strategic external partners.
• Provided strategic insight into emerging technologies and industry trends, informing future product pipelines and driving continuous improvement in design processes and cost efficiency.
• Built and maintained strong supplier relationships, enabling access to cutting-edge technologies and supporting the transition from prototype to full-scale production.
• Line managed a high-performing engineering team, overseeing resource planning, professional development, and compliance with safety, regulatory, and ethical standards.

Skills and Experience Required

• Degree in Mechanical or Electronics Engineering (or equivalent)
• Practical (hands on) experience in electro-mechanical workshop environment – assembly, test equipment, etc
• Creation of technical documentation and test reports, etc
• Line management of technical SME’s
• New Product Introduction (NPI) product development and delivery

 

Whilst applications from all locations will be considered, please note that priority will be given to candidates who are based locally and possess the required skills and experience for the role.

Everyone Belongs

Everyone belongs in Imperial. We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence. We give fair and equal consideration to all our applicants. Please contact us at recruitment@impbrands.com to let us know if we can provide support in helping you complete an application and/or attend an interview.

 

For further information about the role please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner Joanne.Lee@impbrands.com