Product Manager

Urgent Hiring for a German MNC

Position: Deputy Manager / Product Manager – FS

Location: Gurugram

Reporting to: Senior Product Manager – FS

Position Summary

Strengthen the existing product portfolio and develop new products by identifying potential opportunities; conducting market research; generating product requirements; determining specifications, production timelines, pricing, and integrated launch plans; and developing marketing strategies.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Determine customer needs and desires by specifying and driving the research required to obtain market insights.
• Recommend the scope and direction of current and future product lines by reviewing specifications, evaluating new ideas, and suggesting product or packaging improvements.
• Identify domestic and international suppliers; negotiate pricing and commercial terms to ensure competitiveness.
• Assess market competition by benchmarking company products against competitors.
• Define product marketing communication objectives and provide source data for campaigns.
• Collaborate with the Sales Head to develop and execute product sales strategies.
• Analyze market data through customer visits and joint fieldwork with sales teams.
• Prepare short-term and long-term sales forecasts, reports, and business analyses for management.
• Ensure product availability and optimize inventory turnover by aligning inventory levels and production schedules.
• Drive new product development by evaluating requirements, conducting ROI analysis, and coordinating timelines with engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Develop pricing strategies using market insights, cost structures, and demand forecasts.
• Oversee execution by coordinating cross-functional teams and tracking deliverables.
• Contribute to overall team objectives and business goals.

Experience

5–10 years of experience in the building materials, laminate, or furniture hardware industry (preferred).

Competencies

• Strong ability to create and execute product strategies and roadmaps
• Experience in developing marketing programs in collaboration with sales teams
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret market data, competition, and trends
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Strong negotiation skills with a win-win approach
• Ability to build relationships across departments (Sales, Marketing, Plant, SCM, Finance)
• Strong presentation, customer management, and business acumen
• Capability to position products effectively in a competitive market
• Fast learner with adaptability to dynamic environments
• Skilled in prioritization, stakeholder alignment, and product lifecycle management
• Experience managing product launches, including testing, documentation, demos, and go-to-market activities
• Ability to track performance, measure sales, and set targets
• Expertise in pricing strategy and category management
• Strong problem-solving and innovation capabilities
• Customer-centric mindset to drive competitive advantage

Company

A leading European MNC in the furniture hardware industry, known for innovation, quality, and a strong global presence.

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