Manu López Romero

Product Development Manager @AG Barr Group

London, GB

Leading product lifecycle for NPD and EPD projects, successfully launching a wide range of products across major UK retailers, international markets and hospitality. This includes alcohol-free RTD cocktails, RTD cocktails in diverse packaging (glass, cans, bag-in-box, kegs), collaborative long drinks and nitrogen-infused RTD cocktails. Notably, developed an exclusive retailer bottle in under 4 months. Coordinate with a diverse network of national and international co-packers and suppliers. This involves problem-solving and quick turnarounds on new product challenges, providing calm, professional support to teams and partners through complex situations to minimize disruptions. Optimizing Project Efficiency & Collaboration. Managing NPD & EPD project timelines from prototyping to production. Experienced in collaborative environments, I regularly liaise with cross-functional teams across diverse geographical locations. By streamlining stakeholder meetings with clear, concise information, we achieve quicker, more informed decisions and accelerate project timelines.

Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Bachelor + Master of Science in Chemical Engineering