Production Manager

Company: Major Recruitment
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Location: Normanton
Job Description:

Job Description

Product Manager

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Location: Normanton or Sheffield

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Salary: 34000pa + Benefits

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Contract: Permanent, Full Time

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Hybrid: 3 days office-based per week

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Major Recruitment is currently recruiting for an exciting Product Manager opportunity with a well-established organisation.

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We’re looking for a commercially minded Product Manager, Buyer or Category Manager with strong experience in supplier management, negotiation, product ranges and sourcing.

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The Role

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You will take ownership of product ranges and supplier relationships, helping to drive revenue and profitability across multiple sales channels.

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Key responsibilities include:

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  • Managing and developing product ranges.
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  • Building strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers.
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  • Negotiating pricing, rebates, targets and commercial agreements.
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  • Sourcing and launching new products.
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  • Developing private-label ranges with UK and international suppliers.
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  • Managing the product lifecycle, including range rationalisation.
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  • Monitoring supplier performance and resolving commercial issues.
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  • Working closely with Purchasing, Marketing, Inventory and Compliance.
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  • Supporting category plans and identifying new commercial opportunities.
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About You

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We’re looking for someone with:

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  • Experience in Product Management, Buying, Category Management or Procurement.
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  • Strong supplier management and negotiation skills.
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  • Experience buying from manufacturers and/or major brands.
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  • Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of profitability.
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  • Strong analytical, organisational and project management skills.
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  • The ability to manage multiple projects and build relationships at all levels.
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Experience within business supplies, wholesale or distribution would be advantageous.

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Posted: September 5th, 2026