Senior Product Manager – Industrial & Consumer Products (Europe)
Location - Hybrid: offices in Hants. & Lancs. with European travel
Salary - negotiable plus package
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Product Manager with a strong background in industrial and/or related consumer, food, FMCG markets. In this role, you’ll lead the end-to-end product lifecycle, working closely with R&D, Operations, and Commercial teams to drive innovation, sustainability, and growth across OEM and retail/e-commerce channels in Europe.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead product strategy, development, and commercialization in alignment with market needs and business goals.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D and Operations on new product development using the NPDI and Stage-Gate processes.
* Manage successful product launches across OEM, retail, and e-commerce channels throughout Europe.
* Ensure compliance with European product standards, packaging specifications, and retailer onboarding requirements.
* Drive sustainable product development practices and support ESG-aligned initiatives.
* Monitor and manage product performance, market trends, and customer feedback to refine product positioning and value propositions.
Your Experience & Skills
* Experienced product management or channel-focused marketing experience in relevant sectors (industrial, consumer, FMCG, Food/Drink manufacturing)
* Demonstrated success in launching products for European OEM and retail/e-commerce channels.
* Deep knowledge of product development processes (NPDI, Stage-Gate) and collaboration with engineering/manufacturing teams.
* Familiarity with EU compliance standards, packaging formats, and retailer onboarding practices.
* Strong grasp of sustainable product management and commercial realization.
* Fluent English is essential; other European languages are an asset.
What our client offers
* A dynamic, purpose-driven work environment.
* Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a growing international business.
* Collaborative culture with cross-functional, multicultural teams.
* Competitive compensation and benefits package.