On behalf of my client, I am recruiting for a Senior Product Management role based in Colchester.
Job Type: Full-time and hybrid working (3 days a week in the office)
Location: Colchester
Salary: provided on application
You will be responsible for globally leading and managing the Product Management and Channel strategy. As a Marketing Leader, you will play a pivotal role in positioning this company as a differentiated leader in the market. You will work with third parties to assess market needs, understand competition, and manage the product portfolio across its entire life cycle. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in product and channel management, digital tools, team leadership, market intelligence, and collaborative marketing efforts. A background in manufacturing/ engineering is essential.
Day to Day of the role:
- Oversee the management of the complete product portfolio, ensuring alignment with the company's growth strategy.
- Develop and execute a three-year product roadmap in collaboration with Sales and Engineering teams.
- Create business cases for new product investments and ensure compliance with regulations and certifications.
- Implement channel management programs to support Sales teams and maximize orders through indirect channels.
- Manage and enhance digital platforms and tools to improve the customer experience.
- Lead the Product Management team, providing training, development, and mentoring to achieve high performance.
- Collaborate with R&D for new product development and Sales for the creation of sales enablement tools.
- Conduct market research to identify marketing opportunities, understand customer requirements, and keep abreast of market trends.
- Partner with the Marketing team to deliver educational webinars, organise promotional events, and support business development through effective content creation.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
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Proven experience in product management and channel management.
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a high-performing team.
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Excellent understanding of digital tools and platforms relevant to marketing and customer engagement.
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Ability to collaborate effectively with various departments, including R&D and Sales.
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Strong market intelligence skills, with experience in researching and analysing market trends.
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Creative and strategic thinking with the ability to suggest and organise promotional events.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Benefits:
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25 days Holiday (+ bank holidays)
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Christmas Shutdown
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4% Pension Scheme
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Life Assurance Scheme
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Employee Discount Scheme
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Holiday Purchase Scheme
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Early finish on Fridays
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Cycle to Work scheme
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Long Service Awards
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Free Car Parking
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Learning and Development Opportunities
To apply for this position, please apply online or contact Carol in the Norwich Reed office for further details