Department: Buying & Product Development
Location: Luton, Bedfordshire
Reports To: Commercial Director
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly driven product manager to join a market leading and fast growing manufacturer and distributor of high quality wiring, lighting, cable management and electrical installation accessories supplied through the UK electrical wholesale and retail/DIY channels.
Working for a fast paced company, this opportunity would suit an individual that is looking to take on a key role in defining and implementing the product strategy for Cable Management and Installation Materials categories supplied under the long established TTE and Tower brands.
Job Responsibilities
* Product strategy, product roadmaps and product lifecycle management (cradle to grave)
* Maintaining up-to date knowledge of industry, product, regulatory and legislative changes
* Identifying opportunities to expand the product portfolio with complementary products / ranges
* Management and coordination of all product marketing collateral and communications
* Project management and coordination of new product launches and promotional activities
* Management of product pricing by reference to market forces and competitor activity
* Proactively supporting the sales teams in maximising opportunities for the product portfolio
* Providing necessary product, market and competitor information and training to all stakeholders
Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
* 5+ years experience in a relevant Product Management role and with a proven track record
* Ability to work effectively in high pressure and deadline driven situations
* Strong project management and problem solving skills
* Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and a thorough and accurate approach to work
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in both a team environment and on own
* Customer focussed with the ability to build strong rapport
* Resourceful and lateral thinking with a proactive approach to tasks
* Excellent communication, presentation and organisation skills
* Computer literate with strong Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
* Drive, ambition and enthusiasm to deliver results and progress within the organisation
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