Product Manager

SRG; Stanford-le-Hope; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of bespoke fuels is seeking an experienced Product Manager to launch a premium FMCG fuel product. You will develop market strategies and manage commercial relationships, ensuring operational efficiency in a B2B environment. The role requires strong experience in sales and supply chain management, and offers a competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

Company bonus

Enhanced pension contribution

Career development and progression

Flexible/hybrid working

Qualifications

• Proven track record in launching technical products into the DIY Retail space.
• Experience managing commercial relationships in B2B sectors.
• Strong background in supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the UK market strategy for a premium fuel product.
• Initiate and grow commercial relationships with customers.
• Manage supply chain operations and logistics.

Skills

B2B sales

Key account management

Supply chain management

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree level qualification in a relevant discipline

Job description

Title: Product Manager - Fuels
Location: Essex
Salary: Competitive dependent on experience
Permanent
Benefits: company bonus, enhanced pension contribution, career development and progression, flexible/hybrid working

SRG is working with a leading supplier and manufacture of bespoke fuels who pride themselves on customer service and providing various product services to their clients. They are now looking for an experienced Product Manager to join the team, you would be responsible for the launch of a high-quality, high-performance FMCG fuel product, you would also be responsible for driving both sales growth and supply chain development, launching direct operations in the UK, market strategy, commercial relationships, logistics infrastructure, and long-term team building. This role would suit candidates with experience in B2B sales, key account management and supply chain/operations management within the chemicals industry.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 40hours a week, 25 days holiday +8 statutory bank holidays. Flexible/hybrid working working

Role/Description:

• Develop and deliver the UK market strategy for a premium fuel product.
• Initiate and grow commercial relationships with customers in DIY retail, garden and landscape supply, agricultural co-operatives, and trade-focused service centers
• Lead and develop Contract & Negotiation Management
• Implement commercial strategies to establish/increase sales and acquire new business.
• Set up and manage supply chain operations, including warehousing, transport logistics, service-level agreements, and partner contracts.
• Lead commercial negotiations including pricing, terms of sale, and trade cooperation budgets.
• Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal capabilities, securing mutually beneficial agreements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration, Team Building & Leadership
• Define the long-term organisational structure for UK growth.
• Sales & Forecasting, Lead reports and KPI tracking.

Requirements

• Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline
• Experience in B2B sales, key account management, or business development.
• Proven track record in launching technical products such as paints, adhesives, lubricants, oils, grouts, sealants, varnish, coatings, industrial cleaning products, janitorial cleaning products, preservatives, spray paints, materials, additives, fuels, wood & metal protection, flooring, hand machinery etc. into the DIY Retail / DIY Trade space (B&Q, Screw fix, wicks, Power Station, B&M, Wilco, hard wear stores, machine service scenters, Halfords, distributors or related company's etc.)

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Rhi on 0161 667 1812.

If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.co.uk to view our other vacancies.

As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

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