Würth South Africa is seeking a dynamic and experienced Product Manager to drive the growth and expansion of our 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.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Matric/Equivalent. Certification/Diploma in Technical Studies beneficial. In depth product knowledge in PPE, tools and fastening products. Proven experience in business development and/or sales in B2B. Excellent analytical skills incl. proficiency in excel, ability to derive actionable insights from data. High attention to detail and quality management skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Up-to-date knowledge of market trends for Würth and competition. Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills and customer service mentality. Clear criminal and credit record. ADM support in product related questions. Product development and maintenance. Quality assurance | Product compliance | Product complaints. No disciplinary records.
ROLE & 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.
Please note that should you not have received a response from us within 4 (four) weeks of the closing date of the job advert, please consider your application unsuccessful.
