Product Segment Leader - Modular Test

Location: Leeds, United Kingdom — hybrid, 3 days on site. The role supports EMEA and APAC and may require travel and occasional work outside standard UK hours.

Company

hirify.global, through Farnell, distributes electronic components, products, and solutions from global suppliers to engineers, designers, and businesses.

What you will do

• Develop and execute the Modular Test product segment strategy to achieve sales, margin, inventory, and market share targets.
• Manage the product portfolio across its lifecycle, including new technology introductions, range expansion, and end-of-life planning.
• Build strategic supplier relationships, lead supplier business reviews, and implement joint business development plans.
• Negotiate and manage supplier agreements while owning pricing, profitability, and commercial performance.
• Improve inventory performance through stock investment, turns, line fill, and excess stock reduction.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, eCommerce, and Operations on campaigns, product training, market intelligence, and issue resolution.

Requirements

• Experience in product management, category management, supplier management, or a similar commercial role.
• Experience in electronics, technology, industrial distribution, engineering, or manufacturing.
• Proven delivery of sales growth, margin improvement, and business performance objectives.
• Strong negotiation, supplier relationship management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Commercial awareness covering pricing, profitability, and inventory management, with the ability to influence stakeholders across functions and regions.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working with flexibility to work from home and the office.
• Exposure to leading electronics manufacturers and suppliers.
• Autonomy to shape a strategically important product segment.
• Support from an experienced Test & Measurement Manager and a collaborative global team.
• Opportunities for professional development in a global electronics distribution business.