Product Manager

Univar Solutions; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job description

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Duties

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a PRODUCT MANAGER to join our Services and Specialties PMM Team.

Reporting to the Business Development Manager Services and Specialties, you will have specific responsibility for developing the Product Portfolio in order to maximise profit and achieve agreed targets, achieving this through direct lead product management accountability and shadow accountability within the business.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

1. Assist in the preparation and review performance of annual targets/budgets.
2. Take corrective actions where appropriate to recover targeted levels.
3. Negotiate with suppliers to secure appropriate purchase/distribution agreements and prices.
4. Control selling prices to maximise gross margins through maintenance of pricing tools and systems.
5. Establish, monitor, and update selling schedules for products.
6. Manage interface with suppliers (and colleagues) to improve incoming service levels/delivery performance etc. via VPM and other appropriate means.
7. Liaise with supply chain planners to determine forecasts and appropriate stock levels.
8. Interact between stock/sites/suppliers and sales on commercial matters including product availability forecasting and allocation.
9. Identify aged stock and take appropriate actions, highlighting necessary actions for any unproductive inventory, and reviewing and actioning DSI data.
10. Work closely with Marketing and Digital to ensure these added value options are maximised.
11. To give support to external sales personnel, through technical advice, attendance at both virtual and physical customer meetings.
12. Improve margins not only through the cost of goods, but also by supporting any relevant market or value driven pricing initiatives.
13. Identify new/potential suppliers/products and recommend and implement appropriate action plans.
14. Effectively launch new products into the product range and ensure appropriate personnel receive the relevant training.
15. Collate and present market information to suppliers and company personnel, including provision of a monthly business performance report to an agreed template.

We Are Looking For

1. Strong commercial operator, with a proven track record in delivering growth and high motivational levels driving a desire to succeed.
2. Good numeracy and statistics skills.
3. Must have knowledge of Excel and current business tools (e.g. Salesforce, Tableau would be beneficial).
4. Ability to communicate efficiently and with candor and haste when required.
5. Flexibility is required to meet the varying tasks that the role requires.
6. You will strive for excellence in your accuracy of information whilst maintaining a calm approach.
7. You should have the ability to meet all strict deadlines.
8. You must be customer focused, providing excellent service, at all times and it is essential that you’re a good team player.

Closing date: 25 April 2025.

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives - from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 10,000 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee. Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.