Join the Fenton Team

Product & Range Manager (inc New Product Development)

We are looking for an experienced and commercially focused Product & Range Manager to lead the development, management and optimisation of our product portfolio at our Head Office in Leeds (LS9). This is a hands-on role responsible for identifying market opportunities, managing the product lifecycle, and delivering innovative new products that meet customer needs and business objectives.

Working closely with suppliers, sales, marketing and operational teams, you will be responsible for creating and implementing product strategies, managing product launches, analysing market trends, and ensuring the range remains competitive and commercially successful.

A key part of the role will be driving New Product Development (NPD) from concept through to launch, including market research, product specification, supplier engagement, cost management, packaging, compliance and go-to-market planning.

The successful candidate will combine strong commercial awareness with creativity, analytical thinking and excellent project management skills. They will be confident managing multiple projects simultaneously, building strong supplier relationships, and making data-driven decisions that maximise sales, profitability and customer satisfaction.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys bringing new ideas to life, influencing business strategy, and playing a key role in the continued growth and success of the business.

This is an on-site role, working 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, from our offices in Leeds LS9.

This role plays a critical role in delivering successful products by balancing user needs, business goals, and technical feasibility, ensuring that the right product is built and delivered effectively.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The key responsibilities include (but are not restricted to);

  • Identify, understand, apply and manage the appropriate life cycle stage for each product group.
  • Successfully apply product life cycle management techniques, using data analysis to make fact-based decision on product range changes and developments.
  • Track product group performance using KPI’s and analytics and align with product life cycle stages.
  • Further develop and implement product identity information in the form of an ERP system friendly Product Passport document.
  • Ensure that each product in the portfolio has a full product passport, technical specification sheet and appropriate compliance documentation.
  • Support NPD activities originating from either supplier new product announcements or from customer requests.
  • Develop relationships with manufacturers and suppliers, building on the companies already established trading history.
  • Work as a cross functional link (bridge) between company supply chain and sales teams.
  • Support and provide collateral for events such as new product launches, trade fairs and other external events, e.g., supplier visits or trade industry events.
  • Manage and support product launches, via the company website, sales emails (Hubspot), and the development of relevant sales materials etc.
  • Ensure timely and high-quality product releases on NPD and product change notices.
  • Ensure that all relevant staff have product training for all new products and refresher training on existing where required.
  • Provide support as necessary on quality or non-compliance issues raised on the products.
  • Ensure that all changes to products are communicated and managed to ensure a smooth transition ensuring both company and customer change controls are respected.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Proven experience as a Product and Range Manager
  • Experience of working with cross-functional teams
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to align Product, Place, Price, Promotions
  • Experience with data analysis tools is a plus
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management
  • Understanding of product management methodologies
  • Ability to prioritise and make data-driven decisions
  • Commercial awareness and business acumen
  • Leadership without direct authority
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Understanding of SAGE or similar systems
  • Proven competence in Regulatory and Legal requirements.
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Leadership ability with excellent team working skills
  • Educated to degree level and ideally with a qualification in business or a business-related topic
  • High level of commercial awareness.
  • Always display a high level of professional behaviour.
  • Advanced knowledge of computer database and of Office 365
  • Commercially focussed decision making
  • Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
  • Team working – ability to develop, coach and lead a team.
  • Collaborative style – liaising with other departments/Managers to ensure customer expectations are achieved.
  • Also need to attend external events such as Sales Meetings, Supplier and customer visits and trade events as appropriate, some of which will require overnight stays.

WHAT’S ON OFFER:

  • Full training and development
  • Up to 25 days holiday (pro-rated for part time working) – plus bank holidays
  • Company pension
  • Health Plan Scheme
  • Death in Service
  • Salary between £38-£42k per annum.