Senior Product Manager

Reevr; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and manufacturing organisation in Hitchin is seeking a Senior Product Manager to manage a diverse product portfolio and drive strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience in product management and strong project management skills. This role offers an opportunity to influence product strategy and make a tangible impact within the business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product management, ideally within the utilities or manufacturing sector.
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Innovative, proactive, and able to drive change while working independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain multi-generational product roadmaps.
• Lead strategic initiatives, including market analysis and competitor insight.
• Support P&L operations by collaborating with various teams.

Skills

Product management experience

Project management skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Education

Degree-level qualification in a technical or business-related field

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Manager to join a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation within the utilities sector. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a diverse product portfolio, drive strategic initiatives, and support operational and commercial performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain multi-generational product roadmaps, delivering new product development (NPD) on time, in budget, and to scope.
• Lead strategic initiatives, including market analysis, competitor insight, identification of growth opportunities, and deployment of digital and AI-based initiatives.
• Support P&L operations by collaborating with commercial, supply chain, and operational teams to ensure product line profitability and regional performance.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including sales teams, R&D, marketing, operations, distributors, and customers.
• Provide training and guidance on product knowledge and support the implementation of business improvement initiatives.

Skills & Experience

• Degree-level qualification in a technical or business-related field.
• Proven experience in product management, ideally within the utilities or manufacturing sector.
• Strong project management experience, including leading teams and delivering complex initiatives.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Innovative, proactive, and able to drive change while working independently.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business objectives into actionable plans.
• Ability to influence and lead teams across multiple functions.
• Detail-oriented, organised, and focused on delivering results.

This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on product strategy and growth within a dynamic and globally connected business.