Job Title: Product & Solutions Manager (Mechanical Fittings)
Location: Any AVK UK location
Join AVK UK
At AVK, we are committed to innovation, quality,reliabilityand sustainability. We are looking for an experienced Product & Solutions Manager to take ownership of our Mechanical Fittings product portfolio, driving commercial success,innovationand market growth across the UK business.
The Role
This is a strategic role that combines technicalexpertise, commercialawarenessand market insight. You willbe responsible forthe product lifecycle, salesperformanceand overall success of the Mechanical Fittings portfolio while acting as the bridge between Sales, Technical, Product Development and customers.
Key Responsibilities
Own and deliver the 3-year product lifecycle and business plan.
Drive sales performance, profitability, pricingstrategyand margin improvement opportunities.
Lead new product introductions and product launchprogrammes.
Identifyinnovation opportunities and develop the product innovation pipeline.
Conduct market and competitor analysis toidentifyrisks and opportunities.
Develop product positioning and messaging in collaboration with Marketing.
Act as the product specialist for customers and sales teams.
Deliver product training to internal teams, customers and other AVK companies.
Develop andmaintainproduct training materials.
Manage product development requests and support the technical approval process.
Own the product roadmap and manage the full product lifecycle.
Act as the voice of the customer and influence product strategy.
Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and approvals.
Support customer complaint resolution and continuous improvement activities.
About You
Experience in product management, product engineering or technical sales within valves, fluidcontrolor related industries.
Strong understanding of valve technology, water industryapplicationsand industry standards.
Technical or engineering background with project management experience.
Excellent commercial awareness and ability toanalysemarket and financial performance.
Strong communication,presentationand stakeholder management skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving capability.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
Desirable
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Marketing,Businessora relateddiscipline.
Experience within the water or wastewater industry.
Knowledge of CRM,AIor PLM systems.
Awareness of sustainability, energyefficiencyand carbon reduction initiatives.
Why AVK?
This is an opportunity to influence the future direction of a key product portfolio within a market-leadingorganisation. You will work closely with sales,technicaland leadership teams to drive innovation, growth and customer success while developing your career within a business built on strong values and continuous improvement.
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