Product Specialist – Ironmongery

About the role

We are seeking a Product Specialist focused on ironmongery to develop and execute category strategies for our Airport Industria portfolio. The role involves managing product ranges, pricing, and supplier relationships to drive sales growth and profitability.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies to meet sales and margin targets.
• Manage product ranges, pricing, and performance metrics.
• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships, negotiate agreements, and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Lead product development, range reviews, and private‑label initiatives.
• Conduct market research to spot trends and customer needs.
• Oversee inventory levels to improve stock efficiency and availability.
• Drive tender and category projects from planning through implementation.
• Analyse sales, margin, and inventory data to support commercial decisions.
• Collaborate with Stores, Planning, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams.

Required profile

• Degree or Diploma in Commerce, Retail Management, Supply Chain, Marketing or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in category management, buying, merchandising or product management.
• Proven experience managing supplier relationships and commercial performance.

Required skills

• Strong negotiation and analytical abilities.
• Ability to develop and execute category strategies.
• Experience with market research and inventory management.

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence product strategy within a leading building company.
• Collaborative environment with cross‑functional teams.