FRS Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Product Development Specialist on behalf of a leading tractor manufacturer.
This is a full-time permanent role.
This is a full-time permanent role with an attractive salary & other benefits.
You will report to Head of Supply Chain.
Duties Develop new products and services specific to the John Deere range of products intended to assist in strategic planning.
Gathering and analysing market research data.
Monitor market trends and information collected by sales team to identify potential products for the development of new portfolio, and the restructuring of existing products.
Take new and modified commercial lines products from concept to implementation across all lines of business for the target market.
Remain current on market trends, product positioning, successes and competition and recommend appropriate actions based on analysis.
Provide regular feedback on product requirements for foreign markets, including product specifications functionality, pricing, and translation needs.
Prepare and execute local product launches and report on expectations of market size, market uptake, market share and expected budgeted sales.
Define product promotion and positioning for defined segments.
Produce financial analyses, projections, based on these proposed solutions.
Define customer segmentation and target groups.
Assess customer needs and requirements for defined segments and target accordingly.
Candidate Profile Agri Machinery market knowledge a distinct advantage.
Project Management experience with an Ability to establish credibility and rapport with all stakeholders.
Degree level with focus on Mechanical Engineering, Business administration or NPD Familiarity with all aspects of product development and launches.
2-3 years' experience in project planning and management.
Experience in New Product Development Remuneration Attractive salary and other benefits To Apply Please email your CV through attached link Phone calls in confidence to John Miller on Skills: Mechanical Engineering Agricultural Engineering John Deere