Global Product Manager - Lubricants
Global Product Manager (f/m/d) - Lubricants
Our client is a well-established international specialty chemicals company with a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. As part of continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Global Product Manager (f/m/d) - Lubricants to drive product strategy, supplier development, and commercial growth on a global scale.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement global product strategies aligned with business growth objectives.
- Identify new product opportunities and evaluate potential supplier partnerships.
- Lead and coordinate purchasing activities across international business units, including supplier negotiations and contract management.
- Manage and grow key global customer relationships within the lubricants sector.
- Conduct market, industry, and competitor analyses to identify emerging trends and business opportunities.
- Collaborate closely with regulatory teams to ensure compliance with relevant industry and regional requirements.
- Represent the company at industry exhibitions, conferences, and customer events worldwide.
- Support business expansion initiatives across international markets, with a particular focus on Asia.
Candidate Profile
- Degree or professional qualification in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Business, or a related technical/commercial discipline.
- Several years of experience within the chemical industry, ideally in lubricants, additives, specialty chemicals, or related markets.
- Proven experience in product management, business development, technical sales, or commercial leadership.
- Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation, purchasing, and contract management skills.
- Experience managing international supplier and customer relationships.
- Demonstrated experience working within Asian markets, including customers, suppliers, distribution partners, or commercial operations.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
- Strong intercultural communication skills and the ability to work effectively across global teams.
- Fluent English skills; additional languages are advantageous.
- Willingness to travel internationally.
What's on Offer
- A dynamic international environment with significant growth opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working options.
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture with a strong emphasis on employee development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Company car available for both business and private use.
- Long-term career prospects within a growing global organization.
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