Product Manager

TN United Kingdom; Chertsey; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Food Ingredients sector is seeking a Product Manager to manage supplier relationships and oversee product P&L. This home-based role requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and a minimum of 5 years' experience in sales or product management. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, with a focus on strategic decision-making and business growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales and/or product management.
• Experience in the Food Ingredients industry is preferred.
• Proven financial leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage business relationships with suppliers and oversee P&L for products.
• Assist in executing procurement, supply, and marketing strategies.
• Mentor teams on pricing, service, and procurement issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Relationship building

Decision-making

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Job description

What you'll do

• Manage business relationships with suppliers, including engagement with management, technical, marketing, and supply teams.
• Be responsible for the P&L of selected products within market segments.
• Assist in implementing and executing procurement, supply, sales, marketing, financial, and logistical strategies.
• Negotiate pricing and buying plans.
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, and accounts payable to resolve issues and streamline supply chain processes.
• Work with marketing on campaigns, product promotion, and supplier engagement.
• Provide market updates to the sales team and coordinate training with suppliers.
• Prepare and submit reports as required.
• Mentor the Field Sales Organization and other teams on issues like pricing, service, procurement, and supply.
• Facilitate business growth and communication in the assigned market.

What you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Chemistry or Chemical Engineering preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales and/or product management.
• Experience in the Food Ingredients industry is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills for strategic, data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• High decision-making ability balancing supplier needs and company objectives.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven financial leadership capabilities.
• Broad knowledge of the chemical distribution business.
• This is a home-based role with some travel for meetings, trade shows, and training.