Group Product Manager Wood & Metalworking

Stanley Black & Decker; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tools manufacturer is seeking a Group Product Manager for their Power Tools division in the UK. You will be responsible for achieving sales and margin targets, leading product development from ideation to launch, and optimizing product lifecycle management. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in product management and excellent analytical and communication skills. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Discounts on tools

Opportunities for continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Proven track record in product management and strategic product marketing.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and inform strategy.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver sales and margin targets for the Business Unit.
• Lead NPD Milestone process from ideation to launch.
• Oversee and optimise product lifecycle management.

Job description

Job Overview

Group Product Manager – Stanley Power Tools – Wood & Metalworking (Remote, UK with access to Maidenhead office).

Key Responsibilities

• Own and deliver the total sales and margin targets for the Business Unit (BU), across both CORE SKUs and New Product Development (NPD), providing monthly performance analysis, forecasting, and proactive gap‑closure strategies.
• Lead the NPD Milestone | Phase Gate Process from ideation through to launch, ensuring all Gates are achieved on time, on quality, and in full, and driving continuous process improvement.
• Oversee and optimise the full product lifecycle management for the category, including phase‑in / phase‑out, SKU rationalisation, and end‑of‑life strategies.
• Develop and execute comprehensive commercialisation plans in partnership with Product Commercialisation, Regional Marketing, and Sales teams to maximise sales and profitability.
• Identify and validate market gaps and product opportunities, leveraging advanced market intelligence and customer insights to inform the product roadmap.
• Drive and support pricing and product strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market dynamics.
• Ensure timely and effective communication of new product launches, SKU deletions, and promotions to regional teams, and provide strategic guidance on go‑to‑market activities.
• Consolidate and distribute advanced product information and launch packs for all regions, ensuring readiness and alignment across stakeholders.
• Serve as a key contributor to the global strategic development of the portfolio, support the different regions in their execution.
• Lead assigned product groups, setting strategic direction and ensuring executional excellence.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Product Managers and cross‑functional teams, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Align all New Product Introductions and launches with Brand & Channel strategies, collaborating closely with senior leadership (Director Marketing, VP Sales, CGO).
• Champion end‑user research and voice‑of‑customer initiatives, integrating insights into the product development lifecycle.
• Act as the subject‑matter expert for assigned product categories, consolidating regional product information and driving best practices in training and knowledge sharing.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across the supply chain, finance, marketing, sales, and engineering to ensure business objectives are met.
• Set and manage pricing and strategy for the product range, balancing profitability and market competitiveness.
• Ensure regional teams are informed and aligned on the 6‑18 month product roadmap, utilising standardised tools and processes.
• Present at key customer engagements, including line reviews, presentations, and strategic visits.
• Drive packaging requirements and ensure compliance with regional standards.
• Lead the creation and adaptation of supporting materials for new product launches, collaborating with Brand & Communications teams.
• Monitor and optimise E&O inventory and SKU counts, driving improved working capital turns.
• Identify, commission, and interpret market research to inform strategic decisions.
• Participate in and, where appropriate, lead global and regional meetings to drive category growth and share best practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and partner programmes.
• Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development.

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