Job Title: Product Manager - Rock Mineral Wool
Knauf stands for opportunity. We recognize that opportunity looks different for everyone, and we are proud to see potential in all individuals. This exciting role within Knauf Insulation offers a chance to build a unique career in a values-led culture dedicated to making tomorrow a home for all. As a global manufacturer of construction materials, our 41,500 team members across 90 countries and 300 sites provide vast opportunities for those with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution and encourage you to bring your whole self to work, enriching our business as we achieve more together in a safe and inclusive environment.
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Can you say ‘yes’ to the following?
* Do you enjoy analyzing market trends?
* Are you experienced in an analytical approach?
* Can you manage product-specific projects?
* Do you enjoy collaborating with peers and key stakeholders?
As our Rock Mineral Wool Product Manager, you will lead the development of the product strategy, ensuring alignment with company ambitions and market changes. You will also explore emerging approaches that could benefit the company, seeking inspiration both within and outside the industry.
What you’ll be doing…
* Manage the rock mineral wool product portfolio, analyze trends, and recommend actions to keep the range competitive and aligned with market needs.
* Monitor and report performance regularly, suggest and implement improvements to maximize impact.
* Track market trends and competitor activities.
* Identify customer needs through research, market information, and visits to target customers.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to develop new products or improve existing ones.
* Manage NPD projects from concept to launch.
* Coordinate product launches across teams.
* Assess post-launch performance and identify areas for enhancement.
* Work with marketing to develop strategies that promote RMW insulation over competitors.
* Attend educational workshops, review publications, and network to stay current.
* Develop and maintain product-related content with marketing and technical teams.
* Manage budget responsibilities.
* Participate in monthly marketing meetings and contribute to reports.
A detailed role profile is available upon request from HR/Talent Acquisition.
What we’d love for you to have:
We value your attitude, behaviors, and values. Willingness to learn new skills for the role is essential.
Additional advantages include:
* Degree in a relevant subject (or equivalent)
* Minimum 3 years of enterprise-level Product Management experience
* Understanding of the construction industry and building materials
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office
* Experience in project management and delivery
* Ability to handle multiple projects and stakeholders
* Flexibility, adaptability, and independence, as well as teamwork skills
* Curiosity about marketing, product, and construction trends
* Respect for Knauf values: Commitment, Entrepreneurship, Partnership, and Menschlichkeit
What we’ll provide:
* Enhanced Holiday Pay – 33 days including bank holidays plus purchase options
* 16 weeks of Company Sick Pay after 3 months
* Group Income Protection
* Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption packages
* Life Assurance – 4x annual salary
* Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
* Staff Bonus Scheme
* Career Progression Opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Health and Wellbeing benefits including on-site gyms, mental health initiatives, and schemes like Cycle to Work and Car Salary Sacrifice
What happens next?
We appreciate your time and will respond to your application as soon as possible.
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