Job Title: Product Account Manager - Grocery Retail
Location: Stoke-On-Trent
Hybrd working - 2 to 3 days per week office based
Salary: £45k + Incentivisation package
About Us: Our client is a leading Product, Supply Chain, People, Data & Tech Services company committed to delivering innovative products and exceptional services to our customers. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, creativity, and excellence. We are seeking a talented and driven Product Account Manager to join our dynamic team and help us elevate our product offerings and brand presence.
Job Description: The Product Account Manager will be responsible for overseeing the development and execution of product strategies and brand initiatives. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure our products meet market needs and align with our brand values. Have a strong understanding to the customers strategies and hold the key relationships. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product management, brand strategy, and a passion for driving business growth through innovative solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Account Management & development
- Create and present commercially driven activity proposals, working alongside buyers to maximise range sales
- Development opportunities - Identify, understand, define and deliver - turn buyer challenges into opportunities
- Manage delivery of promotional activities (FSDUs)
- Manage all supplier & manufacturing relationships
Commercial
- Budget - own commercial forecast & P&L of the managed brands
- Oversee all supply related commercials, Freight costs.
- Own all product pricing both buy & sell
- Own all manufacturing commercials
Product, Brand & Category Development
- Oversee brand, product and category development including spend allocation to meet customer objectives.
Supply Chain
- Oversee all elements of the supply chain of all supplier orders including far east orders, retailer orders and are all delivered in full and on time
- Oversee all elements in relation to customs clearance requirements
- Oversee sufficient stock levels are maintained to maximise availability whilst achieving the inventory target
Technical & Ethical
- Oversee Product specification & compliance to relevant British standards are met
- Oversee all Trading Standards are met
- Oversee all quality control, product complaints and any potential product recalls.
- Manage UKCA / CE declarations of conformity for relevant products
- Ensure Ethical adherence of suppliers (Declaration / Audit depending on risk)
Qualifications & Experience:
- Proven experience as a Product Manager, Brand Manager, or similar role within the Retail sector.
- Strong understanding of product development processes, brand strategy, and market analysis.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, project management tools, and CRM software.
- Creative thinker with a results-driven mindset.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Why Join Us:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Chance to work with a talented and innovative team.
Be a part of a company that values creativity, integrity, and excellence