Chemtrade is a company that delivers innovative solutions focusing on safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. They are seeking a motivated Product Manager to lead the development and management of their Aluminum Sulfate product line in the Water chemical industry, driving market growth and aligning cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities:
- Product Lifecycle Management: Own the roadmap for existing products, ensuring they remain competitive, relevant, and aligned with customer needs
- P&L Responsibility and Management: Track product performance, key metrics including volume, margin, and market share to align strategies and execute decisions for profitability of the business
- Market Analysis & Strategy: Conduct research on market trends, competitor activities, and business opportunities within the water chemical sector. Develop market strategies and adjust accordingly with market intelligence
- Sales & Business Development: Support Sales and customer relationship management, identify potential partnerships, and assist in contract negotiations. Communicate and execute business strategies
- Financial Oversight: Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting to ensure business profitability
- Operational Support: Collaborate with internal teams to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and drive operational success
- Reporting & Presentation: Prepare reports and presentations for management, providing insights to support business decisions
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering, Sales, Supply Chain, and Operations to support business growth, customer satisfaction and go-to-market strategies
Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, Economics, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
- Experience: 3-5 years in business management, sales, finance, or industry-specific roles (chemical or manufacturing sector preferred)
- Technical Knowledge: Understanding of chemical market dynamics, supply chain logistics, or production processes is a plus
- Skills: Strong analytical skills, financial acumen, negotiation abilities, and problem solving mindset
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings and interact with stakeholders
- Software Proficiency: Familiarity with ERP systems, CRM tools, and business analysis software (Excel, Power BI, SAP)
- Travel: Ability to travel occasionally for customer visits and industry events