Head of Product Development (Heritage, Gift and Licensed Products)

Head of Product Development (Heritage, Gift and Licensed Products)Location: Hybrid - Melksham, WiltshireSalary: NegotiableJob Type: Permanent, Full TimeREED Marketing and Creative are pleased to be partnering with a well-established business with over 30 years'' experience in the giftware sector who are evolving into a culturally curated lifestyle brand, rooted in storytelling, heritage and design. Supplying bookstores, museum stores, heritage retailers and gift shops across the UK, US and internationally, the business combines proprietary brands with licensing partnerships.As part of its next phase of growth, the company is seeking an experienced Head of Product Development to lead product strategy, deliver profitable growth and build a high-performing product function.The RoleReporting to the Sales and Marketing Director and sitting on the Senior Leadership Team, this role is accountable for the commercial success of the product portfolio. You will drive sales growth, improve gross margin and optimise return on product investment through strong strategic leadership and disciplined execution.Leading the Product Development team, you will balance creativity with commercial focus to deliver fewer, stronger and more profitable product launches. This is a commercial leadership role rather than a design-led position.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute product strategy aligned to business objectives and brand directionOwn product portfolio performance, including sales, gross ..... full job details .....