We supply the sustainable and innovative paints and coatings that our customers, communities - and the environment - are increasingly relying on. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It's what you'd expect from a pioneering paints company that's committed to science-based targets and is taking genuine action to address globally relevant challenges and protect future generations. For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com. 2023 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved. Global Product Manager Felling, Tyne and Wear We've been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there's a good chance you're only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It's what you'd expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries. Job Purpose Collaborate with colleagues to manage product and service portfolios, delivering NPI and product needs in alignment with segment plans. Job Responsibilities Manage & strengthen the product & service portfolio in line with trends & our go to market global strategy. Ensure that product ranges are relevant for customer needs & product information is maintained & up to date. Manage product lifecycles Drive distinctiveness for AkzoNobel products versus competitors in the minds of customers. Responsible for proactive management of the range in order to deliver the profitability goals. Ensure effective planning, communication & progress of new product development and launches. Monitor competitor activity. Collaborate with colleagues to create sales cases for products including competitive comparisons. Contribute to the creation of best practices in product management through the business. Job Requirements Graduate in business management, marketing, economics or chemistry. Experience in working with customers, preferably in the OEM market, in a marketing or sales role. Commercially astute & technically strong. Effective project manager. Comfortable working in cross functional groups. Knowledge of industrial coating product ranges What Makes You Stand Out Enjoys a collaborative working environment where supporting colleagues is key. Excellent communication & interpersonal skills. What we Offer at AkzoNobel We offer great personal development opportunities and roles with breadth, depth of scope and impact. We also offer comprehensive packages including: Competitive Salary (depending on experience). 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays. Income protection. Staff discount at Dulux Decorator Centre stores. Employee Assistance Programme. Employee Life Assurance. Company pension. Flexible benefits scheme offering benefits including Gymflex, retail card, dental cover and more We have been inventing the future for more than two centuries and need people like you to be part of the team. Apply online via the link and we will get right back to you. We are advocates of a healthy work life balance and mental wellbeing. We are happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles. At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.