Software Development Manager / Product (Guidewire)
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Job description
This is a strategic buying and sourcing role focused on professional beauty, skincare, and aesthetic products. The successful candidate will play a key role in:
- Managing and expanding supplier relationships
- Understanding manufacturing processes
- Supporting the growth and development of our private-label brand, YXA
You will work closely with Our director and CEO to identify new manufacturers, negotiate terms, and ensure reliable, high-quality supply chains that support long-term business growth.
This role is ideal for someone who is confident communicating directly with manufacturers, understands private-label development, and can commercially evaluate suppliers to maximise profitability., * Source professional beauty, skincare, and aesthetic products from manufacturers and authorised distributors
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers and manufacturers (UK & international)
- Maintain and leverage supplier relationships to secure competitive pricing and favourable terms
- Negotiate contracts, MOQs, lead times, and exclusivity agreements
- Support the development and expansion of YXA private-label products, including:
- Understanding private-label manufacturing processes
- Communicating product specifications to manufacturers
- Comparing formulation, packaging, and production options
- Work closely with CEO and all departments to align sourcing strategies with business growth goals
- Monitor supplier performance, quality standards, and compliance
- Analyse market trends, competitor products, and new manufacturing opportunities
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Requirements
As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Sourcing & Product Development Manager to support sourcing, manufacturing, and product development across the group, while contributing ideas and improvements that drive long-term growth., * Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Procurement, or a related field
- Minimum 3 years' experience as a Buyer or Procurement Specialist
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, ideally within beauty or skincare but not an essential.
- Proven experience contacting, negotiating with, and managing manufacturers
- Experience in private-label or own-brand product development (highly advantageous)
- Established supplier or manufacturer network within beauty, health, or wellness
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and commercial evaluation skills
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple suppliers and deadlines
- Ability to work independently and contribute strategically to company growth
Desirable Experience
- International procurement experience, particularly with overseas manufacturers
- Experience sourcing from Asia (Korea, China, Japan preferred)
- Additional language skills are a strong advantage, especially:
- Korean
- Mandarin Chinese
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Benefits & conditions
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Performance-based bonuses (reviewed June & December)
- £800 annual uniform allowance
- Monday-Friday, 10:00am-7:00pm (40 hours per week, 1-hour lunch break)
- Professional and structured working environment
- Opportunity to play a key role in growing an international private-label brand