Assistant Product Manager

Office Angels • Permanent • Tonbridge, Kent, England, United Kingdom • £25k - £30k / year • 6h ago

Assistant Product Manager
Location: Tonbridge, Driver Required
Contract Type: Permanent - 8.30-5pm. Monday - Friday. (Office based Mon-Thurs with Friday as a hybrid/remote working day.)

Salary - £to 30,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits including generous Holiday Allowance increasing with service, Pension, Parking, Life Cover, Xmas Close, Team/Social events and Career Development!

Are you ready to join a dynamic team at the forefront of children's furniture and educational products? Our client, a leading supplier is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Product Manager to contribute to their exciting growth journey. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with passion and previous experience working within product management/development and a desire to make a real impact!

Why Join This team?

Be part of a friendly, collaborative team that values your input.
Gain hands-on experience across various aspects of product management.
Work in a stimulating environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged.

Key Responsibilities:
As an Assistant Product Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting the product function, including:

Conducting competitor benchmarking and market research to identify trends and opportunities, ensuring we maintain a competitive edge.
Attending trade shows and factory/supplier visits both in the UK and internationally.
Assisting in managing existing product ranges and contributing to the development of exciting new products.
Ensuring quality expectations are met throughout the product development and production processes.
Collaborating with the in-house design team to create clear and detailed product specifications.
Maintaining detailed product specifications and technical documentation.
Liaising with suppliers regarding manufacturing feasibility and supporting compliance processes.
Managing suppliers from purchase order to goods receipt, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.
Overseeing pre-shipment inspections to uphold our high-quality standards.
Investigating customer returns and quality issues, working closely with suppliers for swift resolutions.

Key Skill Requirements:
To thrive in this role, you should possess:

A proven track record in a similar product management role.
Sound IT skills - including Excel (ability to manage and set up spreadsheets for data capture)
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
The ability to convey technical information clearly and confidently.
Strong organisational skills to work within critical paths and meet project deadlines consistently.
A keen eye for detail, with an appreciation for both the creative and technical elements of product development.
A solid understanding of product standards and regulations, with the ability to communicate requirements effectively.
Strong commercial acumen and awareness.

What's Next?
If you're excited about the prospect of contributing to a vibrant team and growing your career in product management, we want to hear from you! Join our client and help shape the future of products while enjoying a fulfilling and engaging work environment.

Apply Today!
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of something special. Submit your application online today!

This role is being managed by Debbie Foster - Office Angels - (phone number removed) - (url removed)

Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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