Product Development Specialist

Are you an experienced Product Development or Purchasing professional in the  Automotive Aftermarket?

Do you thrive on negotiating with suppliers and managing product development?

Looking for a role where you can make a real impact in a growing business?

Our client, an automotive aftermarket leader, is looking for an Experienced Product Development/Purchasing Professional to join their team. With a broad product range exceeding a strong network of distributors across the UK, Ireland, and Europe, they are experiencing significant growth and need someone like you to help drive their product and purchasing strategy forward.

What’s in it for you?

• £35K+ salary (negotiable based on experience)


• Enhanced holidays – 24 days plus bank holidays


• Life insurance


• Excellent career opportunities


• Experienced industry-leading team which will help you increase your skills and build your career.

What will you be doing?

• Managing supplier relationships – negotiating pricing, terms, and product availability.


• Assisting in product development – identifying opportunities and working with suppliers on new product introductions.


• Monitoring and analysing parts demand – using an in-house system to ensure the right stock levels are maintained.


• Overseeing product marketing and presentation to support sales growth.


• Visiting suppliers and attending industry exhibitions to stay ahead of market trends.

What do you need?

• Experience in automotive aftermarket (ideally in product, purchasing, or sales).


• Strong negotiation skills – confident dealing with suppliers both face-to-face and over the phone.


• Good organisational skills – able to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, etc.).

Why join?

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a business that is growing rapidly and making a name for itself in the automotive aftermarket. If you have the experience, drive, and enthusiasm to take on this role, we’d love to hear from you.

If this sounds like your next career move, apply now and Stewart Lupton from JSL Solutions – Automotive Aftermarket Recruitment will be in touch. 

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• Automotive Aftermarket Recruitment


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