Product Manager- Materials Handling

The Opportunity – Product Manager- Materials Handling

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About the role:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced product manager to set out the strategic direction of the JCB Material Handling product portfolio. You’ll be responsible for identifying market trends, developing innovative features and technologies, listening and responding to the “voice of the customer” and prioritising commercial opportunities.

You’ll work with cross functional teams throughout the new product development process ensuring; industry leading attributes, promotional material, measurable customer benefits and commercial strategy are delivered with each programme. Additionally, as key activities you’ll conduct a detailed analysis of monthly forecasts vs annual budgets and monitor product costs in support of market competitiveness. This role requires a strategic thinker who has agricultural, construction or rental industry experience.

What does this role involve day to day?

·         You’ll be a key support to the General Manager in setting the strategic direction and product roadmap by working with regional teams to develop plans that deliver growth in-line with the five-year plan

·         Propose balanced commercial strategies working closely with the commercial & sales team

·         Maintain a thorough understanding of the competitive landscape and implement appropriate action to product strategy in support of the five year plan.

·         Support new product introduction programmes, including customer evaluation, benchmarking, commercial strategy, product brief and timing

·         Manage and develop the Product Specialist roles and day to day activities in support of business and personal objectives

·         Develop marketing and distribution strategies that support the five-year plan

·         Monthly input and monitoring of the sales and operations process. i.e., budgets, forecasts and actuals

This will be suited to you if:

·         You’ve got strong business and financial acumen and can construct, analyse and present business cases to drive strategic growth in-line with JCB’s five-year plan.

·         You’re willing to travel as necessary in line with business requirements, with the ability to negotiate and influence at the highest level of any organisation demonstrating a sound knowledge of machinery markets.

·         You’re a confident and self-aware individual who has the ability to lead and manage a multi-discipline team.

·         You have a proven track record that clearly demonstrates your experience in capital equipment, leading change and developing product strategies to drive business growth.

·         You have experience in the full suite of Microsoft office applications; SAP experience is a bonus, though not essential

What happens next?

Ordinarily, our Resourcing Team reviews and shortlists CVs. If shortlisted, you’ll speak to one of our Recruiters to discuss the role further. Our interview process usually consists of an initial team’s interview followed by an in-person interview. We’ll keep in touch throughout the process but if you have any questions, please get in touch at recruitment@jcb.com 

 What’s in it for you?

This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don’t just get a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday and access to our company pension—you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor, dentist and visiting optician. We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there’s the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There’s our Cycle to Work Scheme.

We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, you have the option of speaking to a member of our Recruitment Team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email recruitment@jcb.com, and a member of the team will be in touch.

Recruitment Agencies: JCB does not accept any speculative approaches to present candidates for advertised vacancies.