Product Manager Professional Power Tools (UK South)

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Job Description

Stanley Black & Decker Inc. (SBD) is the largest tool manufacturer in the world (Fortune 200). SBD is a world-leading provider of tools and storage, commercial electronic security and engineered fastening systems, with unique growth platforms and a track record of sustained profitable growth. https://www.stanleyblackanddecker.com/

Product Manager Professional Power Tools (UK South)

Location: UK – South, Flexible: 4 days remote, 1 day onsite (Slough)

Purpose

Continue to drive growth in the largest Power Tool division within our Pro & Tradesman DFES (Drilling, Fastening, Auto, Expansions & Systems) Cordless Power Tools – within our Global Tools & Storage division. Responsibility of DEWALT, STANLEY FAT MAX.

Responsible for category & financial management within the PRO DFES Cordless Power Tools portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for development and execution of a comprehensive strategic plan for the profitable management of pricing, gross margins, collateral materials & point-of-purchase.
• Manage and lead the milestone process for new product development, ensuring the process is followed correctly.
• Manage the complete product lifecycle process, alongside the Global Product Manager from concept to delivery.
• Lead cross-functional teams to achieve company objectives, as well as, act as the point of contact for manufacturing, purchasing, sales, quality and engineering.
• Category Manage and communicate new product launches, SKU rationalisation, promotions to the regional Marketing / Sales teams effectively and pro-actively.
• Understand the trends in the industry and related industries and develop a deep understanding of the pro end user in order to incorporate these insights into successful new product launches.
• Provide product training to internal and external stake holders.
  

Requirements

• Higher Degree or equivalent; preferred: Marketing, Product, Engineering, Business, Finance
• +2 years’ in a Product Manager role; commercial experience is an advantage
• Experience of Product development and/or Marketing
• Proven experience successfully managing product categories and/or customers
• Advantage: Experience around digital / connected products. (not mandatory)
• Strong financial acumen and analytical ability, with attention to detail
• Desired - Knowledge of Consumer Products & related (including industry & market trends); knowledge of the European market
• Fluent English
• Presentation skills - to be able to create and present to both small and large audiences. Comfortable with presenting in front of a live audience and over other media such as ZOOM
• IT and PowerPoint literate
• Experience with conducting in depth market research
• Strong project management skills and the ability to lead and effectively work with others globally across the organization
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Travel (domestic/international) up to 10-15% might be required, once restrictions are lifted.
  

We Offer

• Ambitious and motivating challenges
• Regular working hours (Monday to Friday)
• Competitive benefits package including: contributory pension scheme, private health insurance, 30 days’ holidays.
  

What You’ll Also Get

• Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Learning & Development: Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources.
• Diverse & Inclusive Culture: We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.
• Purpose-Driven Company: You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.
  

Requisition Number

84706BR

Business

EMEA - GTS - PTG

No. of Positions

1

Function

Marketing

Featured Category on SBD Careers

Product & Strategy

Region

EMEA

FLSA (For US Only)

Exempt