Global Product Manager

axalta; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Axalta is seeking a Global Product Manager to lead the full lifecycle of fillers, coatings, and aerosol products at our Wellingborough facility. You will analyze market trends, sales data, and user insights to optimize product performance and meet sales targets, collaborating with R&D, Supply Chain, Sales, and Brand teams to align strategies and ensure successful execution.

The role requires at least 3 years in Product/Project Management and a business or science degree, with strong commercial

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Product or Project Management.
• Business and/or Science-based degree preferred.
• Proficient in English.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen with proven project delivery.
• Excellent IT, analytical, and mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the full product lifecycle for fillers, coatings, and aerosol products from concept to phase-out.
• Lead cross-functional NPD projects and ensure timely delivery via Stage-Gate.
• Analyze sales performance and profitability to meet commercial targets.
• Collaborate with R&D, Supply Chain, Sales, and Brand teams on strategy.
• Drive pricing, category management, and compliance strategies.
• Gather market intelligence and end-user insights for product innovation.
• Manage changes to existing products, including cost-saving initiatives.
• Oversee artwork and labeling to ensure regulatory compliance and brand consistency.
• Support sales enablement with product materials and promotional content.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Project leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Business/Science degree

Tools

Stage-Gate process

Job description

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers' products - whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals - and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

We are currently looking for a Global Product Manager to join us at our facility in Wellingborough, UK.

The Product Manager oversees the full lifecycle of fillers, coatings, and aerosol products, including development, launch, and phase-out. You will analyze market trends, sales data, and user insights to optimize product performance and meet sales targets. Cross-functional collaboration is key, especially in managing new product pipelines and implementing product changes. Also, you will support retail sales through strategic planning, compliance, pricing, and promotional initiatives.

Key responsibilities:

• Own the full product lifecycle for fillers, coatings, and aerosol products, from concept and development to launch, updates, and phase-out.
• Lead cross-functional project management for new product development (NPD), ensuring timely delivery using the StageGate process.
• Analyze sales performance and profitability using internal master data and reports, taking proactive steps to meet commercial targets.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, Supply Chain, Sales, and Brand teams to align product strategies and ensure successful execution.
• Drive pricing, category management, and compliance strategies to support product positioning and competitiveness in the market.
• Gather and apply market intelligence and end-user insights to inform product innovation and continuous improvement.
• Manage changes to existing products, including cost‑saving initiatives, reformulations, and packaging updates, ensuring smooth implementation.
• Oversee artwork and labeling accuracy, working with design teams to ensure regulatory compliance and brand consistency.
• Support sales enablement by developing product materials, data sheets, and promotional content in collaboration with commercial teams.

Key requirements:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Product or Project Management.
• Educated in a Business and/or Science-based degree. (Desirable not essential)
• Proficient in the English language.
• Have demonstrated strong commercial acumen with proven project delivery. Ability to engage and lead others and manage complex projects.
• Excellent IT, analytical and mathematical skills.

Skills:

• Attention to detail,
• Exceptional communication, presentation and interpersonal skills,
• Enthusiastic and self‑motivated.
• Ability to multi‑task and manage own workload,
• Highly organised and efficient.
• Able to prioritise and work calmly under pressure to achieve deadlines.
• Ability to work within a team as well as independently.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia‑Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allow us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We've recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimise their businesses and achieve their goals.

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers' products - whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals - and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever‑evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernising infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia‑Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allow us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We've recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimise their businesses and achieve their goals.

Axalta may use technology‑assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job‑related qualifications, and a