FMCG Product Development Lead — Hybrid, Growth & Bonus

Cooper Lomaz Recruitment Ltd; Bury St Edmunds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus eligible

Hybrid working model

Growth and learning opportunities

Collaborative work environment

5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

Auto-enrolment Pension

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

DSE Contribution

Onsite Parking

Complimentary refreshments during working hours

Job summary

A leading FMCG distributor in the UK seeks a dynamic Product Development Manager to manage and grow their product portfolio. You will be responsible for critical tasks such as analyzing brand performance, negotiating with suppliers, and implementing marketing strategies. The role requires strong analytical skills and experience with product launches. The company offers a hybrid working model, growth opportunities, and comprehensive employee benefits including an annual bonus and generous leave policies.

Qualifications

• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills with strong attention to detail.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, to a professional standard.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective multitasker able to manage workload efficiently.
• Commercially astute, understanding sales and profit impact.

Responsibilities

• Maintain understanding of brand portfolio and market dynamics.
• Conduct range reviews to identify growth opportunities.
• Negotiate with suppliers for competitive pricing.
• Ensure support levels are met to drive business growth.
• Collaborate to develop and execute marketing plans.
• Research potential new principals for portfolio expansion.
• Manage discontinued product lines efficiently.
• Plan and oversee new product launch process.
• Support the Sales team with accurate product data.
• Foster effective communication across departments.
• Achieve sales and profit growth targets.
• Deliver high-quality presentations.
• Lead and develop direct reports.

Skills

Excellent numeracy and literacy skills

High proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong problem-solving abilities

Effective multitasking skills

Commercially astute

Job description

A leading FMCG distributor in the UK seeks a dynamic Product Development Manager to manage and grow their product portfolio. You will be responsible for critical tasks such as analyzing brand performance, negotiating with suppliers, and implementing marketing strategies. The role requires strong analytical skills and experience with product launches. The company offers a hybrid working model, growth opportunities, and comprehensive employee benefits including an annual bonus and generous leave policies.