The Company Our client is a market leading niche manufacturer; due to growth they are looking to recruit a Product Manager. The Role * To manage and promote products manufactured in order to achieve and if possible, exceed the budgeted contribution margins. * Manage performance of product portfolio of design products. * Support new business opportunities and help grow product sales. * Ability to manage small project teams. * Manage and take ownership for a selection of products within the portfolio to achieve NPD numbers, profitability and support consistent performance. * Identify opportunities for cost reduction by having a thorough understanding of individual items current technical developments and process capabilities. * Aim to reduce business complexity within the business. * Improve sales performance by developing more profitable introductions. * Develop new designs, colours and structures. * Constantly look at ways to improve the overall finish and performance of new introductions. * Utilise the NPD and I process to drive projects where applicable. Provide a solid business case for investment and development projects. * Provide detailed analysis on performance of products in order to make informed decisions. * Establish and develop relationships with key partners within the group. * Initiate, co-ordinate, progress and supervise marketing trials, proofing’s, colour matching and standardisation exercises to ensure that all products are correctly administered and can be effectively integrated into the business. * Support the sales team in developing current opportunities in the UK and overseas markets with regular communication and customer visits where required. * Determine which opportunities will add the most value to the business. * Understand the unmet needs of customers. * Identify trends and market direction to support new introductions. The Person * Must have previous experience in a similar role. * You will ideally be degree qualified or hold relevant experience. * Good analytical skills. * Appreciation/interest in product performance and improvements. * Excellent communication and presentation skills. * Commercial customer experience desirable. * Marketing qualification. The Benefits * You will be working for a well-established growing employer. * An excellent salary. * A company experiencing continued growth, expansion and investment. * The company are fully compliant with the latest health and safety requirements for current safe working practices