Global Product Manager required, based in Cheshire West on a permanent basis. Candidates will hold significant experience within the chemical industry, including product management and commercialisation of speciality chemicals across international markets. A degree (or higher) in Chemistry (or similar) is required.
Title: Global Product Manager
Location: Cheshire West
Salary: Up to £80,000 (dependent on experience), plus car allowance and bonus potential
Term: Permanent
SRG are working with a well-respected, global speciality chemicals manufacturer with a strong reputation for innovation and market-led product development. They are now looking for a Global Product Manager to lead the strategic direction, commercialisation and lifecycle management of a portfolio of performance chemical products across international markets.
This is a highly visible, strategic role, responsible for driving global product strategies, leading cross-functional collaboration and supporting commercial growth through effective portfolio management. The successful candidate will operate within a matrix organisation, working closely with R&D, sales, regulatory and operations teams to deliver value across the product lifecycle.
Benefits: Multinational chemicals business with a strong focus on innovation and collaboration. Attractive salary, car allowance and bonus scheme. Excellent pension scheme and private healthcare.
Role / Description
- Leading the strategic direction and lifecycle management of a global portfolio of speciality chemical products
- Developing and implementing product strategies, including market positioning, pricing and portfolio optimisation
- Conducting market analysis, including customer needs, competitive landscape and regulatory considerations
- Driving global product launches, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure successful commercialisation
- Collaborating closely with R&D, regulatory, operations and sales teams to align product development and execution
- Supporting sales teams with technical product knowledge, training and go-to-market strategies
- Monitoring product performance and implementing continuous improvement initiatives
- Establishing standardised product management processes and best practices across regions
- Building and aligning global teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
Requirements
- Degree (BSc/MSc or higher) in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline
- Extensive experience within the chemical industry, ideally within speciality chemicals. Other sectors of industrial or performance chemicals will be considered
- Proven success managing products in international markets within a matrix organisation
- Strong understanding of commercialisation, product lifecycle management and market dynamics
- Knowledge of regulatory environments (e.g. REACH, TSCA) is advantageous
- Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Willingness to travel internationally
For more information, please call Chris Beckenham on 0161 667 1795.
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