Product Manager- Road and Compact Equipment

SMT GB; Bruntingthorpe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment company in Bruntingthorpe is seeking a proactive Product Manager for Road & Compact Equipment. This role involves owning a key product range, collaborating with OEMs and sales teams, and driving market growth. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in commercial analysis, strategic planning, and customer service. The position offers competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health support, enhanced sick pay, and financial extras.

Benefits

Health Cash Plan

Free Physio Access

24/7 private GP service

Enhanced Sick Pay

Matching pension contributions

Car Leasing schemes

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Engineering, Business Development, Marketing, or equivalent.
• Proven experience in commercial analysis and business improvement recommendations.
• Strong customer service skills, engaging effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic product marketing plans.
• Lead new product introductions and improvement projects.
• Manage the full New Product Launch (NPL) process.
• Create targeted product campaigns with OEMs.
• Provide competitor analysis and develop sales tools.

Skills

Commercial analysis

Strategic planning

Customer service

Negotiation skills

Technical knowledge

Education

Degree in Engineering, Business Development, or Marketing

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We're looking for a proactive and commercially minded Product Manager - Road & Compact Equipment to join our team. In this role, you'll take ownership of a key product range—making sure it delivers for our customers, supports our sales teams, and aligns with SMT's long-term strategy.

You'll work closely with OEMs, dealers, and colleagues across the business to shape the direction of the products, from launch to lifecycle. This involves monitoring market trends and customer needs, supporting sales, and ensuring everyone has the necessary information to succeed.

You will collaborate with the Sales teams and dealers to support SMT's market growth and long-term objectives.

What you'll be doing:

• Develop and implement strategic product marketing plans, including pricing, positioning, and promotion across relevant industry sectors.
• Lead new product introductions and continuous improvement projects, covering all standard technologies in the product family.
• Manage the full New Product Launch (NPL) process, ensuring timely delivery, compliance with checks, and readiness.
• Create targeted product campaigns with OEMs to grow market share and support margin objectives.
• Provide competitor analysis, develop sales tools and training, and support teams with market insights.
• Act as the main authority for your product range, delivering presentations and technical guidance.
• Serve as the primary contact for OEMs, managing collaboration and developing regional specifications with Sales.
• Adhere to SMT GB's health, safety, quality, and environmental policies, while supporting additional tasks as needed.

Requirements

What you'll bring:

• Degree qualification in Engineering, Business Development, Marketing, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in commercial analysis and business improvement recommendations.
• Skills in developing and implementing strategic plans.
• Strong customer service skills, engaging effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially spreadsheets and numerical analysis tools.
• Excellent market understanding and collaborative approach.
• Good negotiation and communication skills at all levels.
• Technical knowledge and effective, systematic work approach.
• A self-starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits

What's in it for you?

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a range of fantastic benefits:

• Health Cash Plan for prescriptions, glasses, dental, physio, and more, with an option to upgrade.
• Free Physio Access via phone or video.
• 24/7 private GP service.
• Additional Health & Wellbeing Support and benefits.

Life Outside of Work:

• Enhanced Sick Pay for support during illness.
• Family Leave including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• IVF Support with paid treatment and appointments.
• Retirement Support with bonuses and phased retirement options.

Financial Extras:

• Matching pension contributions up to 5%.
• Car Leasing schemes via Tusker or Octopus.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounts on groceries, holidays, shopping, and more.

Feeling Part of the Team:

Access to team-focused benefits including a refer-a-friend bonus, long service awards, volunteering days, Christmas shutdown, and involvement opportunities through Employee Council, Social Committee, and awards.