Product Manager
Brenntag · Leeds
About the role:
In assigned sub-industry optimize GP margin by driving category management and marketing for industry-specific BSP products. Define product baskets and regional product/service portfolio as well as manage suppliers. Investigate now & set-up new suppliers
Responsibilities:
Manage relationships with key manufacturers and have a working knowledge of the case & construction industry.
Negotiate with suppliers to obtain appropriate purchase and distribution agreements.
Contribute to the preparation, deliver, and monitoring of EBITDA sales and margin targets and budgets.
Develop and implement sales and marketing plans for a specified portfolio of products, customers and industries.
Constantly review and assess the portfolio of products, customers and suppliers.
Regularly report on plans and results, agree and ensure remediably action where required.
Provide logistical and marketing support and training to effectively launch/re-launch products.
Control selling prices to maintain and improve budgeted gross margin.
Ensure all products are purchased competitively.
Provide market intelligence to relevant staff on availability, price, stock levels and market trends.
Ensure the consistent implementation of all company reports, policies and procedures.
Awareness of market conditions and trends including competitor activity and market share relating to individual products.
Undertake any reasonable tasks or duties assigned by the appropriate line managers from time to time, related to the effective and efficient performance of the job, and providing they are within the post holders skills and ability.