Product Development Lead

This is a key role within the company's Sales & Marketing Department and is integral to the strategic activities of the business as a whole. The successful applicant would work closely with the company's Sales & Marketing Manager to focus on the following key areas of responsibility: JOB DESCRIPTION: Sourcing and Development of New Products:

• Liaison with the Sales & Marketing Manager for the sourcing and introduction of new products (Fortuna & non-Fortuna brands) from the UK and international suppliers
• Market research including use of the internet and regular visits to pharmacies
• Trade Exhibitions - UK and international
Product Marketing:
• Management of new and existing pharmacy retail packaged products
• Compile market data for potential new products
• Commercial analysis: cost, profit, MOQ, investment
• Product assessment: quality, aesthetics, feedback
• Development process of the packaging artwork
• Support with the launch process of new products
• Ongoing analysis and market comparison of competing brands + promotions.
• Working alongside colleagues to ensure the relevant product information processes are kept up-to date including SkooCloud, C & D and EPOS barcode data
• Working alongside colleagues to ensure support for the salesforce with regard to the sales tools required which would include presenter booklets and brochures
Product Training:
• Supporting the salesforce with any relevant product training especially around the introduction of new products
Analysis of Potential Suppliers for Assessment Purposes:
• Virtual manufacturer and factory visits both in the UK and international
• Financial stability
• Ethical / legal standards
• Efficiency and expertise
Refresh of existing lines:
• Regular review of existing ranges with a view to improve marketability through pricing and packaging refr
  
  Fortuna Healthcare was originally established in 1995 as an independent family-run distributor of medical products and chemist sundry lines to the UK independent pharmacy market. It is now the wholesale arm of Fortuna Group (London) Ltd, a successful healthcare services company based in Enfield, London.
  
  The company has an exciting new opportunity to work in a product related supervisory role in which the successful applicant would form part of a very friendly and highly ambitious team within a fast moving and dynamic small business environment. A competitive salary together with a generous benefits package is available to the successful applicant.