Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsFree ParkingFlexible working hoursAbout Our ClientA customer and product focused business in the Tameside area. From stationery and bags for life, to toys, Stationery, pet, accessories & license collections, this business is renowned for creating standout quality products. Due to strong demand from retailer partners they are seeking to add an Product Specialist to the team.Job DescriptionOwnership of the product Development Critical Path Management with Product CoordinatorEnsuring product critical paths and weekly workloads are on track to achieve deadlinesWorking in conjunction with Sales and Design to prepare for customer meetings .Order Critical Path Management · Monitoring Order Critical Path with Merch/Product Coordinator to ensure intake dates are met Product & Range DevelopmentReacting & completing Sales Team Briefs in the required time frameCollaborating with design on products and packagingNegotiating the best cost price to achieve department margin targets.Establishing and maintaining good relationships with existing and potential suppliers.Comp shopping & applying knowledge of the current competitive marketplace and trends and assisting into the direction of product development.Attend Trade shows for inspiration and to source new product/ suppliers. Attending and assisting in kick off and category meetingsThe Successful ApplicantCurrently in a Buying, Product Management, Product Developer role or similarExperience working and developing own brand / white label productExperience of working with import goods from Far East etcExcellent written / communication skillsStrong Negotiation skillsWhat's on OfferMonday - Friday 37.5 hours a week + Flexible Hours + Hybrid Working + Free ParkingBuyer / Product Developer Buyer / Product Developer Buyer / Product DeveloperContactLyndsey SheridanQuote job refJN-062025-6766981Phone number+44 161 829 0372Job summaryJob functionRetailSubsectorBuyingSectorRetailLocationOldhamContract typePermanentConsultant nameLyndsey SheridanConsultant phone+44 161 829 0372Job referenceJN-062025-6766981
