Extended Range Product Manager - Thorntons, 9-12 months FTC

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Extended Range Product Manager to drive strategy and development for Thorntons’ exclusive product range. The role involves managing product development, collaborating with marketing teams, and ensuring alignment with brand strategy. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in brand marketing and project management, with a consumer-centric approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in brand marketing and project management essential.
• Flexibility and stakeholder influence abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Manage range development with Brand Marketing, creating product briefs.
• Lead product development with R&D and packaging teams.
• Define range strategy and optimize using market insights.

Skills

Brand Marketing

Strategic Mindset

Project Management

Problem Solving

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Extended Range Product Manager - Thorntons, 9-12 months FTC, Greenford

Client: Ferrero

Location: Greenford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

15.05.2025

Expiry Date:

29.06.2025

Job Description:

Location: Greenford, London

Company Description:

Ferrero is a family-owned company with iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello, Kinder Bueno, and Kinder Surprise. Operating in over 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, Ferrero employs 40,000 dedicated employees who value care and quality.

Diversity Statement:

Ferrero is committed to a diverse and inclusive culture, providing equal opportunities for all employees to succeed personally and professionally, fostering a multicultural, innovative, and rewarding work environment.

About the Role:

Join us as an Extended Range Product Manager to drive the strategy and development of Thorntons’ exclusive product range for Ferrero Partners and D2C channels. Lead innovation, strategy, and profitability, creating standout products that make a real impact on a beloved brand.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage range development in collaboration with Brand Marketing, creating customer-focused product briefs.
• Lead product development with R&D and packaging teams, ensuring projects align with brand strategy.
• Brief and approve product artwork, liaise with stakeholders, and present updates to senior leadership.
• Define range strategy, support new and existing product development, and optimize the extended range using market insights.
• Oversee product photography, website content, and marketing copy to ensure alignment with brand positioning.
• Support digital and social campaigns, shaping product features and copy.
• Develop website content with digital, brand marketing, and creative teams to enhance online presence.

Who we are looking for:

Seeking candidates with brand marketing experience, strategic mindset, and strong commercial acumen. Project management skills across the 4 P’s are essential, along with flexibility, problem-solving, and stakeholder influence abilities. Packaging and artwork development experience, plus eCommerce or D2C project management background in food manufacturing, are preferred.

How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:

Success requires being consumer and product-centric, dedicated to delivering excellent results for consumers worldwide.