Product Manager
| Company: | D R Newitt |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Working pattern: | Remote |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 10 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 10 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Strategic Product Manager – Pharmaceutical Raw Materials
Location: North of the UK (Territory: UK, Ireland & Nordics)
Competitive + Company Car / Car Allowance + Bonus
About the Role
Are you a commercially minded procurement or raw materials specialist with a solid background in the pharmaceutical sector? A market-leading distributor is seeking a Strategic Product Manager to take ownership of a key pharmaceutical product portfolio across the UK, Ireland, and Nordic regions.
Sitting at the intersection of purchasing, supplier management, and commercial strategy, this role acts as the vital link between raw material suppliers and internal sales teams. You will drive product strategy, optimise inventory, negotiate key framework contracts, and help grow the portfolio across your region.
Key Responsibilities
• Identify, negotiate with, and build lasting relationships with key raw material suppliers, managing framework contracts and cost prices across your regional territory.
• Execute product purchasing and market strategies to hit targeted gross profits, balancing customer-driven sourcing requests with proactive portfolio growth.
• Gather, analyse, and communicate local market conditions, pricing trends, and supply chain dynamics for strategic pharmaceutical products.
• Partner closely with regional sales channels and make targeted customer visits to provide deep market insight and support commercial growth.
• Ensure sustainable product availability, review purchasing options for non-exclusive supplier relationships, and maintain optimal stock levels.