Product Manager - Maternity Cover

Partners Employment ,
Trowbridge, Wiltshire
Salary: £28,000 per annum

Overview

We are looking for a Product manager to join us on a maternity cover contract asap. Key Results / Accountabilities (details breakdown of accountability and key measurement) Critical Path Management New Product Development tracking Liaise with the cross functional NPD team to make sure all NPD actions are completed within a timely manner. Understanding escalation and risk Product costings Responsible for the updating internal business systems Excellent organisation and administration skills Attend or host Customer meetings with Senior Business Development Manager or Commercial Manager. Ensure all Quality Standards are agreed within the customers approval process Work with the Product Manager / Commercial Manager and Innovation Manager to identify areas of opportunity for New business, through gap and trend analysis. Manage and Mentor the Product Manager/Commercial Assistant (if applicable), to ensure the Assistant has scope to develop into a Product Manager within 12-24 months within the role. Support Senior Managers in the development, management and execution of the Sales Budget, Overheads and Development costs. Negotiate and agree selling prices with customers ensuring quotations are formally documented and approved. To develop a detailed knowledge of the Health & Beauty market, understanding commercial expectations, brand positioning, RSPs, consumer and lifestyle trends. Manage customer relationships through effective communication to ensure business opportunities are maximised. Create and present Business and Product presentations when required. Education and Experience A level and/or Degree Level in fashion or marketing ideally Spoken and written English Language Excellent level of Word, Excel & PowerPoint Preferred Criteria Experience in a Marketing or Product Management Marketing knowledge from a course/degree or job experience Project Management experience Able to work as part of a team and demonstrate team working attributes Excellent communication skills – able to communicate to a variety of different stakeholders If you would like to be considered please send us a copy of your CV and we will be in touch