Product Manager

About Our Client

Manufacturing business

Job Description

We operate with well-established brands in the consumer market, boasting strong customer loyalty and a leading position in the European market. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to significant projects within a successful and growing company.

Key Responsibilities:

New Product Development (NPD) Management:

• Gather data for new product launches, including margin calculations, technical specifications, and volume assessments.
• Raise and manage NPDs through the system, ensuring timely product launches.
• Finalize artwork and technical specifications.
• Oversee stock and packaging management, including monitoring new live dates and packaging run-outs.
• Contribute to the creation of trade presentations for product innovations.
• Attend and contribute to weekly NPD meetings with Head Office.

Product Quality Management:

• Organize and lead monthly quality meetings.
• Manage quarterly competitor testing and spot testing.
• Handle non-conformity management and reporting.
• Monitor and manage consumer complaints.

Current Product Portfolio Management & Competitor Monitoring:

• Update and manage Brandbank.
• Capture shopper marketing media activity.
• Regularly monitor, record, and report on competitor activities, including online presence, new offers, and communications.
• Complete quarterly competitor audits to gather information on the latest product innovations, ATL campaigns, and digital presence.
• Maintain a competitor pricing tracker.
• Support the sales team with product presentations.
• Liaise with procurement and production to manage raw materials and product changes.

• Experience in product management and marketing, ideally within the consumer goods sector.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant software tools

What's on Offer

Potential for hybrid working

Salary up to 46kpa + bens

Baglan based