My client is currently going through growth plans which involve a significant increase in product development, which gives rise to this position. The product development team are a key team within the business as they provide the vital link between our suppliers, supply chain team and our sales and commercial teams. The Category Management Administrator works as a pivotal member of this team to ensure all category aims are met with the help of the Category Managers.
Key tasks required:
1. Assist Category Managers with the implementation of new product introductions into the Smart Garden Product range and category management of existing product ranges.
2. With the help of the marketing team, assist in preparation for trade shows.
3. Benchmark competitor product ranges against proposed product ranges for key customers in terms of price and product specification.
4. Create product and customer specific development sheets to brief requirements to suppliers.
5. Upkeep and record of all product samples for potential range inclusion.
6. Calculate landed costs.
7. Work with the Product Data Team to ensure all product information is correct and all design and IP legislation has been acquired.
8. Ensure product specifications are correct and help collate and upkeep product information and samples.
9. Update range sheets for category managers to a high standard and ensure that all stakeholders within the business are updated on any developments.
10. Attend photoshoots and exhibitions as appropriate.
Key skills and attributes required:
1. Enthusiastic self-starter with a can-do attitude.
2. High attention to detail.
3. Ability to work to tight deadlines.
4. Analytical.
5. Ability to manage a wide range of tasks at any given time.
6. Ability to be able to work with a wide range of people.
7. Good Microsoft Office skills - Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position.
If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
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