EAC are representing a Market Leading Organisation who are on looking for a Product Manager to join the the team. This role is crucial Managing new Product Development from Concept to Product Launch.
Benefits for Product Manager:
* Salary £40,000 - £45,000
* Laptop & Phone provided
* Flexible working (3 days in the office)
* Annual Company bonus
* Team days out and Team lunches
* Paid parking at the office
Duties for Product Manager:
* To ensure the timely release of new products to market and expected profit and sales objectives are achieved.
* Review and compare the pricing received from the manufacturer against the profit margin expectations and market pricing expectations.
* Investigate and review the market for the new product. This includes: determining the selling price, identifying competitors and number of competitors selling the product, its appeal, product sales performance and visit competitor sites to determine product price points.
* Review and compare the pricing received from the manufacturer against the profit margin expectations and market pricing expectations.
* Compile and analyse a sales forecast using Excel to determine the initial order requirements, the number of that the product will go into, expected sales based on historical data and seasonality of the product.
* Compile a margin analysis report each quarter and review and compare the GP margin on each product with the budget and highlight any variances.
* Regularly review stock levels, orders placed, delivery dates and stock on hand for the initial six months of the new products being introduced.
* Drive product launches and maintain and up to date promotional and core range planners.
Ideal Product Manager:
* 1-3 years in a Product or Category Management role. Experienced in New Product Development through to Product Launch.
* Previous experience within a Manufacturing indsutry; FMCG.