Product Managers Assistant

Alliance Automotive Group UK ,
Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire
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Job Type: Full-time

Overview

FPS is part of the Alliance Automotive Group. We have been in distribution and wholesale for over 80 years with a product portfolio that now spans the Automotive, Maintenance & Accessories and Retail sectors. Employing over 1,100 people, we operate across the UK through a network of 23 sites, including a National Distribution Centre based in Sheffield. Purpose of Job Working within a dynamic marketing department, your role forms an essential link in the supply chain of the company. You will experience first-hand the full mix of the product life cycle, assisting the Product Manager (PM) in the sourcing, purchasing of defined products before taking these to market. Utilising this market knowledge, you will assist the PM in developing cohesive marketing plans for your product portfolio through various communication channels, executed by the marketing communication team. Key responsibilities and duties - daily tasks will include but not be limited to: Range & Data Management Organise & assist Product Manager (PM) to collect and analyse all data which measures product performance and take agreed action to ensure maximisation of sales and profit Assist PM to develop and enhance relationships with suppliers and ensure they understand and meet our requirements Help PM to understand the needs of the customer and develop the product range through effective NPD to meet those needs Support PM to analyse price benchmarking data to validate our market competitiveness Accurate maintenance of electronic trading systems - K8, F:Drive Assist PM to manage the suppliers in order to continually improve stock availability and maximise stock turn Work with PM to help manage supply chain on product flow, availability, packaging, warranty issues and stock cleanses Marketing & Communication Assist PMs to increase category awareness through regular contact with field sales team, presenting category updates and gathering feedback Assist PMs to create communication plans (PR, editorials) for all media to all audiences, internally and externally inclusive of B2B and B2C Be proactive and creative in suggesting and influencing marketing and commercial initiatives to ensure product performance is continually enhanced Communicate product messages and product launches using our intranet to inform internal stakeholders Database Coordination Maintenance of the electronic catalogue for the Maintenance & Accessories and Leisure & Industrial categories, which is used to drive the non-components website and to produce extracts that allow for hardcopy catalogue production. Coordinate data requirements and liaise with the Database Developer, Marketing Team and eBusiness to ensure website and catalogue standards are maintained in-line with stakeholder expectations and emerging web technologies Deliverables & KPI’s: Assist PM to deliver all projects within the business plan Assist PM to achieve Sales and Profit Budget Assist PM & coordinate with Marketing Services to deliver Marketing and Campaign plans Internal Relations: Marketing Services Team Pricing Department Participate in project teams (NPD) Regional field sales team RDC Managers Sheffield National Distribution Centre The role will challenge both your analytical and creative approaches to problem solving. We are looking for someone who wants to get started in marketing or deepen their marketing expertise as well as develop their skills further. You will part of a dynamic team and can actively contribute. With a reputation built on service excellence, our mission is to develop and maintain long-term partnerships with our customers and suppliers and be a valued and integral part of their supply chain. Work hours: Monday - Thursday 8.30-5.30, Friday 8.30-4.30 with 1 hour lunch

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