Global Product Manager, Industrial Fastening Systems

Apex Tool Group is an equal opportunityemployer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. Global Product Manager, Industrial Fastening Systems - DE - Westhausen Summary As Global Product Manager (m/f/d), you will be responsible for the international product portfolio of industrial fastening systems used in manufacturing and assembly environments. You will manage the complete product life cycle, from market analysis and product definition to product launch and ongoing portfolio optimization. Working closely with Sales, Engineering, Marketing, and international stakeholders, you will ensure that our products meet customer needs and contribute to sustainable business growth. Key Responsibilities Manage and develop the global product portfolio throughout its entire life cycle Identify market trends, customer requirements, and growth opportunities Conduct market, competitor, and customer analyses to support strategic decision-making Define product requirements in close cooperation with customers, Sales, and Engineering Actively contribute to international product development projects and product launches Develop pricing and product positioning strategies to strengthen competitiveness and profitability Analyze sales performance, market developments, and product profitability, deriving appropriate recommendations for action Collaborate with Marketing to support successful product launches and promotional activities Deliver product training sessions for sales teams, channel partners, and customers Support the continuous improvement and expansion of the product portfolio Travel internationally and domestic as required (approximately 30%) Critical Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable field Several years of experience in product management, ideally within an industrial or manufacturing environment Experience managing the development and market introduction of technical products Strong understanding of industrial manufacturing and automation technologies Work experience in industrial automation a plus Experience working in cross-functional and international teams Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint Excellent communication and presentation skills Fluent in English; German language skills are considered an advantage What we offer Collective agreement of the metal and electronical industry 30 days vacation Special payments (e.g. vacation bonus, Christmas bonus, payments according to collective agreement) Many employee benefits / employee offers (corporate benefits) Bike-Leasing International environment Opportunities for further training and development Home Office possibilities At Apex Tool Group ( we’re passionate about innovation. Whether that be products, processes or operations, our associates strive to find new ways each day to help our end-users solve their most complex challenges. By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the job site – we help build the future. ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.4 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,900 global associates have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH, SATA, Crescent, Cleco, Weller and APEX that professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike can trust to get the job done. With our roots dating back to the 1800s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and end-user safety in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets. As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve. Our six core values – Customers come first, Integrity in all we do, Continuous improvement, Innovation for growth, Passion to succeed and Best talent, one team - drive our daily decisions. Connect with us on social media to learn more – LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apex Tool Group