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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in product development for branded merchandise and packaging, with a strong focus on managing timelines, quality standards, and supplier relationships. Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and maintain detailed product documentation throughout the lifecycle.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Product Development ExperienceSupplier Relationship ManagementProject Management SkillsAttention to DetailCross-Functional Collaboration
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Hard Skills
Product SpecificationsSampling ProcessesProduction ProcessesQuality AssuranceCost ManagementPrototypingVersion ControlDocumentation ManagementCommercial AwarenessBrand Standards
Soft Skills
Organisational SkillsCommunication SkillsProactive Problem SolvingAdaptabilityCollaboration
Industry Keywords
Branded MerchandisePackagingPOS MaterialsConsumer ProductsManufacturing PartnersDevelopment TimelinesProduct LifecycleQuality StandardsSupplier OnboardingActivation Products
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead development of branded merchandise, packaging, POS materials and activation products from concept through production sign-off
- Turn creative and marketing concepts into product specifications, materials and finishes meeting brand standards
- Manage development timelines, approvals and critical paths for launches and campaigns
- Coordinate sampling, prototyping and testing to ensure products are feasible, cost-effective and production-ready
- Maintain accurate product specifications and development documentation throughout the product lifecycle
- Partner with design, production, compliance and quality teams to meet quality, safety and commercial requirements
- Manage development and production samples with clear organisation, version control and traceability
- Build relationships with suppliers and manufacturers, overseeing briefs, samples, revisions and approvals
- Support identification and onboarding of new suppliers
- Monitor cost, quality and product information to meet production sign-off requirements
- Report to the Product Development Manager
Requirements
What you’ll need- Experience in product development within branded merchandise, packaging, POS, accessories or premium consumer products
- Strong understanding of product development, sampling and production processes
- Experience working with global suppliers and manufacturing partners
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with cross-functional teams
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Commercial awareness and understanding of brand standards
- Proactive, solution-focused approach and ability to manage complexity
- Collaborative and adaptable working style
- Passion for creating high-quality physical products
Benefits
Comp & perks- Discretionary annual bonus scheme based on company and individual performance
- Private Medical Insurance including Optical and Dental cover
- Group Life Cover at 4 x basic salary
- 25 days paid holiday
- Hybrid working model with a minimum of three office days per week
- Employee Assistance Program through Health Assured
- Subsidised buffet-style breakfast and lunch through a Private Chef team
- Regular social and team events
- Contributory Pension Scheme through Scottish Widows with 5% company and employee contributions