Job Description

In a nutshell

(Role Purpose)
Support product development and delivery of Sainsbury’s Argos General Merchandise and / or Clothing product plans for all FLOW / Continuity SKUs and give additional support where needed to the UK team with new product development ensuring quality, safety, and legality.

What I need to do

• Under the oversight of Technologists ensures that Sainsbury’s Argos GM and Clothing products comply with safety, legal, and quality risk assessments. Thereby maintaining brand reputation and fulfilling due diligence requirements, for all FLOW / Continuity SKUs.
• Independently manage small / low risk product areas to ensure we comply safety, legal, and quality risk assessments.
• Supports UK Technologists where needed with new product development, working directly with factories to ensure product performance meet expectations and are safe, legal and fit for use.
• Works with technologists to ensure technical approvals and timelines adhere to the critical path, coordinating with suppliers and global stakeholders, including product specifications and artwork approvals.
• Support the Technical and Sourcing teams to select suppliers that align with technical and ethical standards and sourcing strategies.
• With guidance from Technologists support regional suppliers and factories in understanding and complying with new product regulations and legislation.
• Supports the Technologist with delivering technical training to ensure that all product specifications and standards are clearly communicated and adhered to.
• Oversee the creation, maintenance, and updates of technical records, including appraisal documents, workbooks, policies, product standards, testing reports, and performance trackers, following company procedures and legal guidelines.

What I need to know

• Own it
o Deliver a wide range of tasks, and take ownership for solving problems that you identify
o Actively share your thoughts and are prepared to challenge others in a positive way
o Use business context and other information sources to make decisions
o Regularly review your goals with your line manager
• Make it better
o Open minded and try new ways of doing things, making things simpler where possible
o Adaptable and respond positively when circumstances change
o Show curiosity about the business beyond your immediate role
o Seek feedback from those you work with and understand your strengths and development areas
o Provide regular fair and accurate feedback to others
• Be human
o Ask questions to understand where others are coming from. Show care and respect for how others are feeling and provide support to those around you
o Listen and ask questions about the needs and motivations of others to build effective relationships
o Regularly gather customer feedback and use this insight to continuously improve the customer experience

What I need to know (Knowledge, Skills & Experience)
Essential
• Attention to detail in all tasks
• Commercial awareness
• Able to deliver results under pressure in a fast-paced retail environment, both individually and as part of a team
• Good self-awareness and communication
• Effective planning and prioritisation

Desirable
• Manufacturing or retailer experience in a technical environment.

From fragrance to car care, clothing and pots and pans, our Sourcing Team delivers all the non-food items for our Sainsbury’s, Habitat and Argos customers in the UK. This multi-brand environment means you get to work across most areas. You can also be a pioneer, because the team believes in being brave, iterating and learning as they go. Working with colleagues globally, you’ll develop deep connections to other departments, which opens up a lot of different career opportunities for you.

We understand that all important work life balance and the benefits this brings for you, your role and our business. At Sainsbury’s Argos Asia, we work flexibly so you can prioritise. Exactly how you work will vary from role to role and between teams, depending on the nature of your work and specific goals. You will be able to manage your time better and concentrate on your wellbeing, giving you time to exercise, spend time with your family and friends when it matters or just to simply recharge your batteries.

This is a truly inclusive culture so you’ll be welcomed whoever you are and wherever you go. Find out more about life working in Sainsbury’s Argos Asia and the importance we put into Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) by visiting our LinkedIn page - Sainsburys Argos Asia Limited