Product Development Executive - Hybrid

VANRATH are delighted to be partnering with a major organisation in Northern Ireland with the Recruitment of a Buyer to join a growing and dynamic company based in Cookstown.

What's in it for you?

• £32,000 - £38,000 salary (dependent on experience)
• Exposure to international markets and global suppliers
• Opportunity to influence product strategy and business growth

About your next employer

You'll be joining a successful and rapidly growing international consumer goods business with customers across the UK, Europe and Asia. Operating across retail, travel retail and e-commerce channels, the organisation is committed to delivering innovative products and maintaining a strong presence in competitive global markets.

About you

• Degree educated in a relevant discipline
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a buying, product development or related commercial role
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills
• Experience forecasting stock requirements and managing inventory
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong planning and organisational abilities
• Creative and innovative mindset with an eye for market trends
• Ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and stakeholders

What you'll do

• Manage product development activities across multiple product categories
• Develop and implement product and range strategies aligned to customer and market requirements
• Analyse sales performance and market trends to inform buying decisions
• Forecast stock requirements and manage purchasing activities
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturing partners to manage product sourcing and delivery
• Conduct competitor analysis, trend research and market reviews
• Lead product meetings and gather feedback from key stakeholders
• Support seasonal launches, promotions and merchandising activities
• Work closely with sales and marketing teams on product launches and trade events
• Coordinate new product introductions, photography, website updates and launch schedules