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Role Description

Come and join the Handtools BU and make the difference and impact on our fast growing business. As Team-lead (m/w/d) Product Management Handtools, you and the team will drive the product-portofolio strategy for the Business Unit Handtools.

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of product managers to achieve their full potential and deliver outstanding results.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy that aligns with the BU Handtools vision and goals.
• Conduct thorough market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
• Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to launch till phase out, covering all country and channel requirements.
• Create business and product generation plans for strategic at country and channel level.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, brand and sales, operations, to ensure alignment and successful product execution.
• Advocate for the customer by incorporating feedback and insights into product enhancements and new features.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success from a topline and profitability point of view.
• Drive continuous process improvement to free up time on what really matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Several years of experience in product management in durable goods and/or FMCG.
• Several years of experience in a leadership role is a must.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• International experience and proven leadership and team management capabilities.
• Familiarity with product management tools and methodologies, on pricing, new product development.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex problems, driving innovative solutions.
• Passion for understanding and meeting customer needs and delivering exceptional user experiences.
• Business fluent in German and English; French is a bonus.
• Willingness to travel to markets or visit factories/suppliers.

Benefits

• Experience a dynamic and challenging environment.
• Enthusiasm for innovation in a company that is simply different.
• Open, team-oriented atmosphere with career opportunities.