Senior Product Manager – Fresh Produce

Tailored Resourcing Solution; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent Fresh Produce supplier in Kent is looking for a Senior Product Manager to oversee an impressive portfolio of fruit products supplied to key retail customers. The successful candidate will manage quality issues, build strong relationships, and ensure product expectations are met. This role requires experience in the Fresh Produce sector and strong communication skills. A salary of up to £50k plus benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Experienced in the Fresh Produce sector with an understanding of retail customer expectations.
• Exposure to Avocado and/or Mango is highly desirable.
• Confident in managing quality and technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage an impressive portfolio of fruit product categories supplied to a key retail customer.
• Build strong relationships with packing partners and manage quality issues.

Skills

Fresh Produce sector experience

Strong communication skills

Quality management experience

Time management

Knowledge of retail product expectations

Job description

Overview

A market leader in their sector, our Client is an established and highly regarded Fresh Produce importer and supplier to the major retailers. Due to success and continued growth, we have the privilege of offering a Senior Product Manager position on their behalf.

The position of Senior Product Manager will manage an impressive portfolio of fruit product categories, supplied to a key retail customer. Building strong relationships with packing partners, managing quality issues, samples, trials and shelf life, positive communication is crucial to successfully provide the required volumes and quality of product to the customer.

Responsibilities

• Manage an impressive portfolio of fruit product categories supplied to a key retail customer.
• Build strong relationships with packing partners; manage quality issues, samples, trials and shelf life; ensure positive communication to deliver required volumes and quality.

Qualifications

• Experienced in the Fresh Produce sector, with knowledge of retail customer product expectations.
• Exposure to Avocado and/or Mango is highly desirable.
• Having worked in a product quality focused position, confident with managing quality & technical standards.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to manage time critical situations.
• Drive, passion and dedication is key for success in this position.

Location: Kent

Salary: up to £50k – dependent on experience + benefits

Monday – Friday, with some flexibility and weekend cover when required