Overview
Our Client is a successful Supplier of Fresh Produce, belonging to one of the largest Fresh Produce Groups in the world. We currently offer an excellent opportunity on their behalf to join the business as Product Manager.
Reporting to the Senior Product Manager, the position of Product Manager will be based at a facility in Kent and will work as an integral part of a product specialist team managing the intake and allocation of fresh produce.
A hands-on, pivotal product manager role working to ensure;
Effective fresh produce product allocations
Customer satisfaction on fresh produce product decisions
Stock management; managing rejections/collections, stock arrivals assessment, stock trackers
Communication across all departments; liaising with the packhouse operations, commercial and buying teams
Product quality assessment & reporting, ensuring a consistent & efficient approach to reducing complaints, rejections, wastage
Managing a junior PM, working proactively to build effective relationships with 3rd party packing sites and support customer management
We require;
An experienced QC/Product focused individual with quality / technical / ripening experience gained from the Fresh Produce sector
Fresh Produce exposure
Knowledge of the technical standards & product quality expected by retail customers
Drive, passion and dedication is key for success in this position
Strong communication skills, with flexibility to travel to sites across the UK
Salary; up to £35k dependent on experience offered
Benefits; Gym membership, Pension, 23 days Holiday + BH
Excellent opportunity to join a successful Fresh Produce business, at an integral time.