Product Manager - Charlotte, NC
Akzo Nobel

Troy, Michigan

Posted in Manufacturing and Production


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Job Info


AkzoNobel has a passion for paint. We're experts in the proud craft of making paints and coatings, setting the standard in color and protection since 1792. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. Headquartered in the Netherlands, we are active in over 150 countries and employ around 34,500 talented people who are passionate about delivering the high-performance products and services our customers expect.

Preferred Location Charlotte, North Carolina

Job Purpose

  • Manage and strengthen the product portfolio in line with the segment strategy and developing market trends
  • Supports the Business Development Manager in the implementation, execution, and maintenance of product harmonization and rationalization.
  • Responsible for managing the NPD/NPI process to support the development of new products and their launch into the market.
  • Global focal point for product management in segment or category

Key Accountabilities

Portfolio Management
  • Lead product line management and efforts in defining the market for new product opportunities
  • Develop, communicate, and implement strategic portfolio plans
  • Uses data, market trends to analyze and maintain overall health of the product line
  • Monitors marketplace for competitive moves
  • Works cross-functionally to develop internal and external competitive analysis and selling-against guides
  • Develops and executes portfolio plans in alignment with business unit strategic plan to provide clarity and guidance on new product development; introduction; and rationalization of existing products
  • Responsible to manage the life cycle of the product portfolio and associated master data: ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory specifications
  • Product Positioning & Commercialization
  • Product Related Communication
  • Market Insights; Strategy & Innovation
  • Compliance & HSE

Job Requirements

  • Experience of 3-5 years in either R&D, Manufacturing, or Marketing with additional experience as a Product Manager for at least 3 years
  • University qualification in business; marketing; engineering or chemistry
  • Ability to work independently
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Results focused with a collaborative working style
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Quick learner to develop IT skills (SAP, Focus, Excel, Gaudi, etc.)
  • Proven success in developing product and marketing strategies and executing with both internal and external customers
  • Skilled at working effectively with cross functional teams in a matrix organization

AkzoNobel is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable laws, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Requisition ID: 14612

Nearest Major Market: Troy
Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit


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