We are seeking a dynamic and driven Product Manager to join our team of APC Technical Solutions experts at NZ Safety Blackwoods . Our Technical Solutions division is privileged to represent multiple key industry names for instrumentation, gas detection, hose & fittings and flow control – and we invite you to join us! Located in Auckland , this role's core responsibility is supplier & product management of our Technical Categories (Gas Detection, Hose & Fittings, Flow Control). We are looking for a team player who is willing to drive the product and business planning processes for cross-functional teams, as well as analyse customer needs, current market trends, and potential partnerships. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Key Responsibilities Appraise new product ideas and strategize appropriate go-to-market plans. Develop, implement, and maintain product timelines across multiple departments Drive the execution of all processes in the product lifecycle, including product and market research, competitor analysis, planning, positioning, requirements and roadmap development, and product launch Create product strategy documents that describe business cases, high-level use cases, technical requirements, revenue, and ROI Effectively manage our technical products existing range and provide reporting to track the performance of core range against key measurements Manage supplier relationships within the category Ensure that all teams are aligned with the product's goals and work collaboratively to develop and implement & move the product Develop and maintain pricing strategies that maximize the opportunity for category growth through research on market pricing Coordinate and align the category strategy with the marketing plan for each channel Ensure the WIS Sustainability message is supported by meeting the annual Sustainability objectives and implementing projects as agreed. Skills and Experience: Previous product management, Technical Engineering Sales, and/or Business Development experience Experience with relevant PC Software incl. Microsoft suite, Web software Knowledge of a wide range of marketing techniques Price modelling and forecasting skills Proven track record in building and maintaining business relationships. Financial and Data analysis skills A proactive and self-motivated approach to work. Resourceful, independent and able to exercise initiative, judgement and discretion Is able to work under pressure, juggle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines About Us: NZ Safety Blackwoods is the country's leading supplier of industrial products, personal protective equipment, packaging and work wear, as well as industry specific training, testing and consulting services. With Trade Centres across New Zealand, as well as a diverse sales team, digital platform and call centre, our goal is to make it safe, easy and efficient to do business whilst providing access to a vast product range covering all business needs. NZ Safety Blackwoods is all about taking care – taking care of our customers, our community and each other. Benefits: Great package + incentives! Great staff discounts on a wide variety of products Fun, friendly and innovative work environment Excellent training and development programmes/opportunities Apply now and tell us why it is you that we should be welcoming into the NZ Safety Blackwoods family! NZ Safety Blackwoods promotes and adheres to the principles and practices of diversity. We are also very proud to be an official partner of KidsCan and a Mates In Construction Impact Premium Partner #J-18808-Ljbffr
