Ownership of the Product Development Critical Path Management of given product area
Coming up with creative ideas, negotiating prices with supply base
Client Details
A customer and product focused business in the Tameside area. From stationery and bags for life, to toys, Stationery, pet, accessories & license collections, this business is renowned for creating standout quality products. Due to strong demand from retailer partners they are seeking to add an Product Specialist to the team.
Description
Ownership of the product Development Critical Path Management with Product Coordinator
Ensuring product critical paths and weekly workloads are on track to achieve deadlines
Working in conjunction with Sales and Design to prepare for customer meetings .
Order Critical Path Management · Monitoring Order Critical Path with Merch/Product Coordinator to ensure intake dates are met Product & Range Development
Reacting & completing Sales Team Briefs in the required time frame
Collaborating with design on products and packaging
Negotiating the best cost price to achieve department margin targets.
Establishing and maintaining good relationships with existing and potential suppliers.
Comp shopping & applying knowledge of the current competitive marketplace and trends and assisting into the direction of product development.
Attend Trade shows for inspiration and to source new product/ suppliers. Attending and assisting in kick off and category meetingsProfile
Currently in a Buying, Product Management, Product Developer role or similar
Experience working and developing own brand / white label product
Experience of working with import goods from Far East etc
Excellent written / communication skills
Strong Negotiation skillsJob Offer
Monday - Friday 37.5 hours a week + Flexible Hours + Hybrid Working + Free Parking
Buyer / Product Developer
Buyer / Product Developer
Buyer / Product Developer