Are you passionate about working in the global mining industry? We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced, and empowering future team member to join us as Product Manager Rubber-Tired Vehicles (RTV) for our Mechanical Cutting Division, in particular the Underground Coal and Minerals Business Unit (UGCM). Be part of an exciting journey where you shape our future by taking our RTV products to the next level and driving the technology development by setting new standards and creating innovative solutions. In this position you will be part of the Product Line Management team and you will become a member of a committed and enthusiastic team of Product Managers. This position is based in Khomanani, South Africa (RSA).Your responsibilitiesManage products through their entire life cycle.Capture the offering development information to develop draft business cases for new product development programs.Take win/loss analysis from Sales Support and identify trends as well as derive required action plans for product corrections.Prioritize feedback cases in coordination with Sales Area representatives and Product Engineers and drive these cases to completion.Develop the Product Strategy and the Product Pricing Strategy.Capture actual market intelligence (5-year horizon) to strengthen draft business cases.Your profileHigher education in mechanical/electrical/mining engineering or equivalent, mechanical engineering preferred.3-5 years of experience with mining equipment, especially with flame-proof (FLP) rubber-tired vehicles (RTV).Basic mining application/operation knowledge and a sound commercial understanding.Strong communication skills and mastery of conversational and technical English.Good PC user skills in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft 365 Apps for Business.International travel will be required for this role (up to 30% of working time).Adaptability and open mind in dealing with customers in different cultures.High motivation and willingness to perform.High ambition to work and to cooperate as a member of an expert team.How to applyPlease apply online through Workday (ESS) or access the Sandvik website www.home.sandvik/en/careers.Please note that, should you not receive any response from us within 14 days, your application has been unsuccessful; we however thank you for your interest in our company. In line with our EE Plan, HDSA (Historically disadvantaged South African) candidates will be given first preference.Please note that you must be physically and medically fit to work in a mining environment including meeting all customer vaccination requirements. Attach vaccination certificate to application.We offer an interesting role in an international business environment as well as opportunities for professional development. At Sandvik, we believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better environment for our employees, our business and, thereby, our customers.
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