Production Manager

Product Manager

Location: Normanton or Sheffield

Salary: 34000pa + Benefits

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Hybrid: 3 days office-based per week

Major Recruitment is currently recruiting for an exciting Product Manager opportunity with a well-established organisation.

We’re looking for a commercially minded Product Manager, Buyer or Category Manager with strong experience in supplier management, negotiation, product ranges and sourcing
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You will take ownership of product ranges and supplier relationships, helping to drive revenue and profitability across multiple sales channels.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and developing product ranges.
• Building strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers.
• Negotiating pricing, rebates, targets and commercial agreements.
• Sourcing and launching new products.
• Developing private-label ranges with UK and international suppliers.
• Managing the product lifecycle, including range rationalisation.
• Monitoring supplier performance and resolving commercial issues.
• Working closely with Purchasing, Marketing, Inventory and Compliance.
• Supporting category plans and identifying new commercial opportunities.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience in Product Management, Buying, Category Management or Procurement
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• Strong supplier management and negotiation skills.
• Experience buying from manufacturers and/or major brands.
• Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of profitability.
• Strong analytical, organisational and project management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and build relationships at all levels.

Experience with in business supplies, wholesale or distribution would be advantageous.