​Location: Office based in Cambridge - Hybrid

Our client is a rapidly expanding chemical distributor looking for an Assistant Product Manager who will work closely with and support the Head of Product Management on product and development activities. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Calculate cost pricing and support the sales teams regarding all product related matters. 
• Liaise with suppliers and global product managers with respect to product availability and price developments 
• Actively monitor price and market developments of the product portfolio. 
• Oversee supply chain of goods and ensure efficiency in all aspects of the process 
• Preparation of demand forecasts in close dialogue with the sales teams and head of product management 
• Regularly liaise with operations on the levels of inventory at warehouses 
• Coordinate and organise sample management, liaise with sales and logistics on sample ordering and despatch from supplier to the warehouse 

Technical skills 

• Highly numerate the ability to calculate pricing, margins and costs are key to this role. 
• Excellent listening and communication skills with an attention to detail 
• Must be adept in use of MS Office, Excel and Word, Internet, email 
• The ideal candidate will have CRM and ERP experience (SAP) and some experience in an international trading and/or distribution environment
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and accustomed to working with business processes, policies and priorities 

Personal Skills 

• Ability to work as part of a team and under own initiative 
• A good understanding of the needs of customers 
• Good planning and organisational skills, ability to prioritise competing demands 
• Good problem-solving skills and able to work efficiently and effectively under pressure to meet targets and deadlines 
• A willingness to learn