Product Specialist

Title:  Product Specialist Location: Manchester Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 The role of Product Specialist This is an office based role supporting the Commercial & Sales teams to win new business. In this role you will be providing product and pricing information to the Commercial Team and our clients customers. As a Product specialist you will enjoy researching products, reviewing specifications and pricing and recommending product selections. Key Responsibilities of the Product Specialist               Identifying relevant suppliers, reviewing specifications, recommending products and suggesting alternatives, helping to maximise profitability whilst meeting customer expectations. Preparing product and pricing information for quotations and bids. Compiling technical documentation - MSDS, Technical Data Sheets, Certificates and similar Responding to customer technical queries and seeing issues through to resolution Liaising with suppliers to obtain information, sharing relevant data and filing accordingly. Supporting contract mobilisation - ensuring all products are set up correctly in our ERP system with accurate specifications, pricing and technical data Reviewing, testing and organising samples to ensure quality and technical standards are met Organising and evaluating samples to confirm they meet quality and technical standards Keeping a close eye on competitor ranges, pricing and promotional activity Essentials: You must be able to source products accurately to detailed specifications, clarify product issues from customers and with suppliers and have the ability to compare product specifications from a range of suppliers and identify best options to obtain good pricing. Experience in a product, technical or industrial environment - this is a genuine advantage Confident dealing with customers and suppliers you will be structured and organised. A degree or equivalent qualification Strong attention to detail and a structured, organised approach Confidence dealing with both customers and suppliers Intermediate Excel skills An assertive, proactive mindset - someone who takes ownership and follows through What's on Offer: Competitive Salary 25 Days Holiday Pension Scheme Monday to Friday 8:30 - 17:00 Onsite Parking Professional Development Collaborative Team Exciting Growth Potential   Keywords: Product Coordinator, Product Specialist, Industrial Products, Industrial, Product Coordinator, Product Specialist, Product Manager Bowdon Associates is a member of the Guild of Quality Employment Agencies and has agreed to adopt the compliance and recruitment standards that form the basis their code of conduct. A quality, transparent and responsible recruitment agency committed to raising the industry standards