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Norton Motorcycles, Inc.; Solihull Lodge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorcycle company in Solihull is seeking a Product Development & Merchandising Manager to enhance its product offerings. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in product development, particularly within apparel or accessories. The role focuses on collaborating across teams to drive product strategy, manage timelines, and uphold quality standards. The company offers competitive salaries, generous holidays, and a supportive work environment devoted to innovation and team well-being.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

33 days of holiday

Generous pension scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Life insurance (4x salary)

FREE fruit

WeCare Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working environment

Twice-yearly employee events

Free electric bicycle hire

On-site free parking

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in product development or merchandising.
• Strong understanding of critical path processes.
• Experience in apparel or lifestyle categories is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market and competitor reviews to identify trends.
• Support product development from concept to production.
• Manage timelines and ensure quality standards are met.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve technical challenges.
• Track sales performance and stock levels.

Skills

Product lifecycle management

Collaborative teamwork

Attention to detail

Commercial mindset

Creativity in product development

Job description

A leading motorcycle company in Solihull is seeking a Product Development & Merchandising Manager to enhance its product offerings. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in product development, particularly within apparel or accessories. The role focuses on collaborating across teams to drive product strategy, manage timelines, and uphold quality standards. The company offers competitive salaries, generous holidays, and a supportive work environment devoted to innovation and team well-being.