Product Development Lead

Fortuna Healthcare was originally established in 1995 as an independent family-run distributor of medical products and chemist sundry lines to the UK independent pharmacy market. It is now the wholesale arm of Fortuna Group (London) Ltd, a successful healthcare services company based in Enfield, London.

The company has an exciting new opportunity to work in a product related supervisory role in which the successful applicant would form part of a very friendly and highly ambitious team within a fast moving and dynamic small business environment. A competitive salary together with a generous benefits package is available to the successful applicant.

JOB SPECIFICATION

Job Title: PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT LEAD

Reporting to: SALES & MARKETING MANAGER

Location: FORTUNA HEALTHCARE: UNITS 3-4 CROWN ROAD, NORTHGATE BUSINESS CENTRE, ENFIELD, LONDON EN1 1TG

Start Date: May 2026

Hours: 8.30am – 5.30pm > MONDAY – FRIDAY **Part-time role to be considered

Salary: Basic Salary £40K / Annual Bonus / Benefits Package

This is a key role within the company’s Sales & Marketing Department and is integral to the strategic activities of the business as a whole. The successful applicant would work closely with the company’s Sales & Marketing Manager to focus on the following key areas of responsibility:

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sourcing and Development of New Products

Liaison with the Sales & Marketing Manager for the sourcing and introduction of new products (Fortuna & non-Fortuna brands) from the UK and international suppliers

Market research including use of the internet and regular visits to pharmacies

Trade Exhibitions – UK and international

Product Marketing

Management of new and existing pharmacy retail packaged products

Compile market data for potential new products

Commercial analysis: cost, profit, MOQ, investment

Product assessment: quality, aesthetics, feedback

Development process of the packaging artwork

Support with the launch process of new products

Ongoing analysis and market comparison of competing brands + promotions.

Working alongside colleagues to ensure the relevant product information processes are kept up-to date including SkooCloud, C & D and EPOS barcode data

Working alongside colleagues to ensure support for the salesforce with regard to the sales tools required which would include presenter booklets and brochures

Product Training

Supporting the salesforce with any relevant product training especially around the introduction of new products

Analysis of Potential Suppliers for Assessment Purposes

Virtual manufacturer and factory visits both in the UK and international

Financial stability

Ethical / legal standards

Efficiency and expertise

Refresh of existing lines

Regular review of existing ranges with a view to improve marketability through pricing and packaging refreshes.

Review of discontinued and obsolete lines

Regular review of discontinued and obsolete lines with a view to clearing all slow-moving products through stock clearance houses

Product OEM Branding

Enabling new customers to create their own bespoke brand, design, and packaging solutions

Regulatory Compliance

Understanding of regulatory procedures to ensure full statutory CE/UKCA compliance for new and existing products

Liaison with company consultant for the maintenance of product technical files

Collaborating with our worldwide suppliers obtaining documentation for technical files

Support in the maintenance of a Quality Management System

Trademark Support

Support with the company’s various trademark registrations both at UK level as well as internationally

Applicants for the position should be self-motivated, able to think strategically and identify ways of adapting to an evolving pharmacy sector landscape; they should also be able to command trust and possess excellent interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will operate within a progressive working environment with excellent future prospects.

JOB SKILLS SET

Applicants should have experience of managing the buying function internationally

Applicants should be articulate and possess excellent interpersonal and analytical skills for dealing with customers/suppliers/colleagues

Excellent administration and IT skills are required for the role

If you feel that you would be successful in this role then please e-mail your CV, together with a covering letter with details of your current and expected package to the link provided.

DISABILITY CONFIDENT: Please note that Fortuna Healthcare is committed to the employment, retention and development of employees with disabilities of any kind. Applications from all individuals are welcome.

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: As part of our company’s ongoing efforts to reflect our diverse customer base we at Fortuna Healthcare are actively seeking to hire candidates from all backgrounds.