Product Development Specialist

6 days ago


Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom MorePeople Full time
Key Responsibilities
  • Manage daily category responsibilities
  • Drive and implement new products and go-to-market plans
Key Elements of the Role
  • Assortment
  • Specification
  • Pricing
  • Merchandising
  • Promotion of specified categories and their associated products
What You Will Be Doing

You will be responsible for product cycle management, new product development, supplier management, owning the shipping process, and working closely with the Business Manager.

Goal of the Role

The goal of the Category Manager role is to increase sales and profitability of the business and drive sustainable growth.

Requirements
  • 5+ years category management experience
  • Commercial mindset and comprehension of marketing and sales principles
  • Extensive experience in understanding consumer needs
  • Solid understanding of data and analytical skills
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Analytical mind with strategic ability
  • Excellent communication and people skills


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