Product Manager - Hand Tools, Fasteners And Ppe

Reporting To: Head of Products and SystemsPurpose Of Position: To drive the growth and expansion of the Hand Tools, Fasteners and PPE product range. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in understanding the market landscape, identifying growth opportunities, and formulating strategies to penetrate and develop these markets effectively. This role requires a strong blend of product management, market research, and strategic planning skills.Roles & Responsibilities:Market Research: Conduct in-depth market research to understand market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape within the PPE, tool and fastener markets.Product Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, enhance, and maintain a competitive product portfolio that meets market demands and exceeds customer expectations. Ability to liaise with national and international suppliers.Market Development Strategy: Devise comprehensive market access and growth strategies, including market segmentation, pricing, and distribution channels, to maximize market penetration.Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and development to end-of-life, ensuring products are positioned optimally in the market.Competitor Analysis: Monitor competitors' activities and market share, providing insights to refine strategies and maintain a competitive edge.Customer Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, engineers, and quantity surveyors, understanding their needs and gathering feedback for product improvements.Sales Support: Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to provide them with the necessary tools, training, and materials to effectively promote and sell products.Financial Management: Manage the product portfolio's financial performance, including budgeting, pricing, and forecasting.Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all products comply with relevant industry regulations and standards.
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