Product Developer
Hire Resolve · Midrand
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Start free — we apply for you →A company that is an online flower and gift retailer, offering same-day delivery of flowers, personalized gifts, hampers, perfume, and jewelry nationwide, is seeking a proactive, commercially-minded Product Developer to join their team. You will be responsible for sourcing, selecting, and managing product ranges that excite customers, drive sales growth, and maintain healthy margins.
Responsibilities
Trend Analysis: Identify emerging market trends and customer needs to source and develop high-potential products.
GTM Execution: Collaborate with Marketing to execute successful product launches and track post-launch performance.
Sales Growth: Develop buying strategies for assigned categories and identify opportunities through sales data analysis.
Vendor Relations: Build and maintain strategic supplier partnerships and evaluate performance metrics.
Negotiation: Secure favorable pricing, delivery, and payment terms to protect and improve profit margins.
Cost Optimization: Monitor cost structures and identify savings without compromising quality or value.
Stock Optimization: Balance product availability with holding costs by monitoring turnover and reorder cycles.
Demand Forecasting: Partner with Supply Chain to forecast demand, prevent stockouts, and reduce lead times.
Systems Management: Utilize inventory management systems to maintain data accuracy and replenishment reliability.
Minimum Requirements
Experience: Proven background in product development, buying, or procurement (Retail environment preferred).
Analytical Skills: Proficient in interpreting sales data, forecasting demand, and using inventory management software.
Negotiation: Skilled at managing vendor relationships and securing high-value agreements.
Mindset: A customer-focused collaborator with strong project management and communication skills.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Consumer Science, Supply Chain, or Marketing preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience (salary can potentially be more based on experience/skills)
IF you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to itcareers@hireresolve.za.com