Our client is a successful and consistently growing business within the health and beauty, personal care and gift sectors, supplying both independent and major retailers, globally, with their fantastic range of products. With an impressive growth strategy in place, this is an incredibly exciting time to join this fast-paced, dynamic and energetic business.
The role:
As Product Developer, this role will collaborate with suppliers and internal product development, design, and sales teams to develop and launch new products. We are looking for an innovative and detail-oriented Product Developer with the ability to work within a commercially focused and fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities:
Work with suppliers on product costings and negotiations across all brands and categories.
Create Artwork and Concept Briefs for the Graphic Design team.
Manage supplier relationships, including maintaining and growing existing relationships and identifying and establishing new ones.
Manage product development timelines, ensuring projects meet key stakeholder expectations.
Collaborate and ensure communication flow across cross-functional teams, including product development, design, sales, and operations.
Perform sample assessments on new products to ensure all products meet quality standards.
Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities in the market.
Prepare customer-facing product presentations to pitch new products and showcase our brands.
Work alongside the design team to prepare marketing materials for trade shows and e-commerce.
Manage PD trackers to ensure on-time, in-full execution.
The person:
We are seeking an innovative and detail-oriented Product Developer with the ability to work within a commercially focused and fast-paced environment.
The ideal candidate will have:
3 years of experience within a product development role.
A high understanding of costing and negotiation tactics.
Experience in skincare, bath and body, or allied products.
Ability to work well within a fast-paced business.
Passion for innovation and staying ahead of the trends.
Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work as a team player as well as independently.
Proactive, organized, and have a positive attitude.
IT literate, particularly in Microsoft Office Programs.
Excellent communication skills.
Great attention to detail.
You should live within a commutable distance to central London, to be in the office 2-3 days per week.
Contact:
Consultant: Rina Gokani
Email:
rina@cavendishmaine.com Tel: 01275 813027 Reference: RG/88050 Candidate care: By responding to this advert, you consent to Cavendish Maine processing the personal data included within this application. If your application is successful, we will contact you to discuss the opportunity in more detail within 48 hours of receiving your application. Should you not hear from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be advised that if unsuccessful for this role, we may keep your details in our hold file, during which time you may be contacted for other suitable vacancies. If you do not want us to do this, please call us to advise. In the meantime, we would like to thank you for your interest in Cavendish Maine.
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rina@cavendishmaine.com Tel: 01275 813027 Reference: RG/88050 Candidate care: By responding to this advert, you consent to Cavendish Maine processing the personal data included within this application. If your application is successful, we will contact you to discuss the opportunity in more detail within 48 hours of receiving your application. Should you not hear from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be advised that if unsuccessful for this role, we may keep your details in our hold file, during which time you may be contacted for other suitable vacancies. If you do not want us to do this, please call us to advise. In the meantime, we would like to thank you for your interest in Cavendish Maine.
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