Product Manager

First Recruitment Services; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

• Position: Product Manager
• Salary: £55k to £80k
• Location: Eastbourne
• Hours: Monday to Friday
• Benefits: Pension contributions between 4-8%, Private Medical (Couple Cover), Bonus – 8%

Are you a dynamic, results-driven professional with experience in product management and a passion for driving innovation in the hygienic pump industry? My client, a leader in hygienic pumping solutions for industries such as food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, and biopharma, is seeking a Product Manager to join its team. In this key role, you will manage the full lifecycle of our hygienic pump products, ensuring they meet customer needs, regulatory standards, and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the complete lifecycle of hygienic pump products, from concept through commercialisation and end-of-life. Make informed decisions on product rationalisation and underperforming product portfolios.
• Strategic Planning: Define the product vision and long-term strategy in collaboration with senior leadership to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Market Analysis: Conduct comprehensive market research to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and growth opportunities. Use insights to refine product roadmaps and stay ahead of the competition.
• Financial Management: Monitor P&L statements, track financial metrics, and focus on maximizing revenue, gross margins, and price capture.
• Go-to-Market Strategy: Collaborate with global Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service teams to develop robust product positioning, pricing, and promotion strategies.
• New Product Development (NPD): Lead NPD initiatives, ensuring successful product launches, including sales training and customer service preparation.
• Customer Feedback & Improvement: Regularly gather feedback from customers and sales teams to identify areas for product improvement or development.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Provide leadership to cross-functional teams, driving collaboration and fostering a high-performance culture.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Business or a related discipline.
• Experience: 5+ years in strategic marketing and product management, with a proven track record in growth-focused product management, including NPD and commercialisation.
• Cross-functional Leadership: 5+ years of experience in managing cross-functional teams and driving business success in a global arena.
• Financial Acumen: Experience with P&L management, 80/20 analysis, and pricing strategies.
• Market Research Expertise: Ability to conduct detailed market research and analyse industry trends to inform product strategy.
• Customer Focus: A customer-centric mindset, always considering the end-user and their needs in decision-making.
• Communication Skills: Strong ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and customers at all levels.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience with hygienic production industries and an understanding of industry regulations, particularly in biopharma.
• Travel: Willingness to travel globally up to 25% of the time.

If you’re a forward-thinking product management professional with a passion for the hygienic pump industry, apply now.