new product development ADMINISTRATOR
We are looking for an NPD Administrator to join our team. Our ideal candidate will be highly self-motivated, proactive and organised with excellent previous experience in an administrative role with the ability to multi task in a fast paced environment, ideally with an understanding of Critical Path Management and a passion for the beauty industry
Job Specification
Setting up new items on SAP and making necessary updates to product information during the NPD process
Setting up product spec sheets and PA forms
Approve shipping marks and liaise with suppliers to obtain carton details. Update and maintain accurate information in SAP. Communicate shipping details to relevant internal teams.
Managing red / green and gold seal samples, ensuring samples are organised and tidy.
Overseeing green and gold seal approvals. Coordinating with the wider teams to ensure checks are complete on time, liaising with suppliers to solve sampling or production related queries
Completing detailed artwork checks prior to final NPD sign off.
Working with the operations department to ensure project sign offs align with shipment dates, making necessary updates to the critical path.
Managing sales sample requests; pulling or requesting additional NPD samples to support sales meetings.
Supporting packing stock and props for events and exhibitions.
Assisting Product Developers in ad hoc tasks such as requesting component cutters, creating red seal approval forms, market research, PA updates.
Supporting in conducting comp shops and store visits / benchmark purchasing
Skill Set Requirements
Possesses an understanding and passion for the beauty industry.
Highly organised
Confident to liaise with wider departments daily (marketing, technical, design, sales)
Ability to manage multiple projects at once working to tight deadlines, strong time management skills
Strong attention to detail.
Independent and proactive.
Enthusiastic and energetic.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organiser and great project management skills
Positive, friendly and ideally creative
Strong written & verbal communication and networking skills
Please email natalie.alexander@qpcglobal.com with your up to date CV