Product Specialist

JSM Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Manchester is seeking a Product Specialist to join a growing team. The role involves developing innovative product ranges and maximizing value for money. Candidates should be passionate about products, have a strong understanding of market trends, and possess excellent sourcing and supplier management skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on delivering quality products that exceed customer expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience in product development or management.
• Strong understanding of market trends and consumer behavior.
• Proven ability to work with suppliers and manage product sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage product ranges based on market trends.
• Source and sample products according to customer briefs.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely product delivery.

Skills

Passion for products

Trend analysis

Supplier management

Attention to detail

Job description

My client is looking to recruit a Product Specialist / Category Manager / Buyer for their team that is continuously growing. The role of a Product Specialist is for a curious and enthusiastic product lover, responsible for developing best-in-class product ranges, maximising value for money and driving innovation in the marketplace. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for continuous improvement, consistently delivering exceptional products that meet and exceed customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Overall product development working in a four-point approach to product.

1. Seasonal ranges by brand

• Overall ownership of key categories / brands becoming an expert in your space.
• Curating product ranges by season touching all applicable price points and formats.

1. Trend led product

• Being an expert in your space, identifying trends or trending products.
• Responsible for reacting to trends, working with factories and internal teams to be first to market.

1. Customer specific product

• Responsible for reacting to customer specific briefs set by sales.
• Sourcing, costing and sampling adhering to short deadlines whilst delivering best cost and quality product.

1. Everyday 365 product

• Applying an adaptable approach to continuous development on everyday core skus.

Product sourcing / supplier management

• Identifying key suppliers and suitable factories understanding the appropri...