This is a key role within the company's Sales & Marketing Department and is integral to the strategic activities of the business as a whole. The successful applicant would work closely with the company's Sales & Marketing Manager to focus on the following key areas of responsibility: JOB DESCRIPTION: Sourcing and Development of New Products:
Key Responsibilities
* Liaison with the Sales & Marketing Manager for the sourcing and introduction of new products (Fortuna & non‑Fortuna brands) from the UK and international suppliers
* Market research, including use of the internet and regular visits to pharmacies
* Trade Exhibitions – UK and international
Product Marketing
* Management of new and existing pharmacy retail packaged products
* Compile market data for potential new products
* Commercial analysis: cost, profit, MOQ, investment
* Product assessment: quality, aesthetics, feedback
* Development process of the packaging artwork
* Support with the launch process of new products
* Ongoing analysis and market comparison of competing brands and promotions
* Working alongside colleagues to ensure the relevant product information processes are kept up to date including SkooCloud, C & D and EPOS barcode data
* Working alongside colleagues to ensure support for the salesforce with regard to the sales tools required, which would include presenter booklets and brochures
Product Training
* Supporting the salesforce with any relevant product training especially around the introduction of new products
Analysis of Potential Suppliers for Assessment Purposes
* Virtual manufacturer and factory visits both in the UK and international
* Financial stability
* Ethical / legal standards
* Efficiency and expertise
Refresh of Existing Lines
* Regular review of existing ranges with a view to improve marketability through pricing and packaging refr
About the Company
Fortuna Healthcare was originally established in 1995 as an independent family‑run distributor of medical products and chemist sundry lines to the UK independent pharmacy market. It is now the wholesale arm of Fortuna Group (London) Ltd, a successful healthcare services company based in Enfield, London. The company has an exciting new opportunity to work in a product related supervisory role in which the successful applicant would form part of a very friendly and highly ambitious team within a fast moving and dynamic small business environment. A competitive salary together with a generous benefits package is available to the successful applicant.
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