Who are we?
We are a UK based company with a worldwide presence established in 1909. We have built a reputation as one of the top five designers and suppliers of high-quality plumbing fittings and valves in the world. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our focus on technical services, new product development, and maintaining the highest quality standards. To further strengthen our team, we are seeking a Product Manager.
Duties will include:
Product Strategy & Portfolio
- Develop and deliver the UK PHAR product strategy aligned with business objectives.
- Own the complete product lifecycle from market assessment through launch, optimisation, and withdrawal.
- Develop and maintain a rolling 3-year product roadmap.
- Identify and commercialise suitable products from the wider Group portfolio.
- Conduct quarterly portfolio reviews to maximise sales, profitability and ROI.
- Build robust business cases for new products, product improvements and portfolio rationalisation.
- Market & Commercial Leadership
- Act as the UK market expert for PHAR products and applications.
- Monitor competitors, legislation, Building Regulations, CIBSE guidance and market trends.
- Gather customer, installer and specification feedback to identify growth opportunities.
- Develop product positioning, pricing and value propositions that strengthen competitive advantage.
- Support budgeting, forecasting and annual business planning.
Product Launch & Technical Support
- Lead all UK product launches, ensuring commercial, technical and operational readiness.
- Deliver product training and technical support to Sales, Specification and Customer Service teams.
- Support strategic customers, consultants and major specification opportunities.
- Ensure all product literature, approvals and sales tools are available prior to launch.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Technical, Operations, Supply Chain and Group Product Management.
- Represent UK market requirements within Group Product Development programmes.
- Drive projects to agreed quality, cost and timescales.
- Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Technical, Operations, Supply Chain and Group Product Management.
- Represent UK market requirements within Group product development programmes.
- Drive projects to agreed quality, cost and timescales.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years’ Product Management experience within PHAR, HVAC or Building Services.
- Strong knowledge of fittings, valves and mechanical building services products.
- Proven experience managing technical product portfolios and successful product launches.
- Strong commercial, financial and analytical skills.
- Excellent understanding of UK construction and specification markets.
- ·Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects.
Desirable
- Degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering, Product Management or similar.
- Knowledge of UK Building Regulations, WRAS, CIBSE and relevant industry standards.
- Experience within an international
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
