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The Company
kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer, so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life, and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.
At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to driving positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.
The Product Manager Pharma will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the success of our Pharma and Health business. You will strengthen our core business globally and participate in key growth initiatives. A key aspect of the role is Portfolio Management to reinforce our profitability across the entire product line.
This remote role can be based in one of the European countries where we have a site, e.g., Spain, Italy, or Portugal. Regular business trips for meetings with European teams are expected.
Tasks and requirements:
* Collaborate with sales, manufacturing, and operations to develop product definitions responsive to customer needs and market opportunities.
* Generate insights into market needs and customer goals through direct and indirect customer interactions and market research data analysis.
* Work closely with Business Development to drive overall product strategy, research and development, product innovation, and positioning for new and emerging products.
* Formulate product development objectives based on Voice of Customer / Market.
* Manage the Stage Gate process during all phases of product development and develop commercialization strategies for new products.
* Provide product line expertise regarding competitors’ offerings and market share, and produce competitive analysis materials.
* Coordinate with regulatory and other departments to understand upcoming changes and their implications for customers, markets, and kp.
* Manage day-to-day product progress, balancing revenue and margin objectives with customer satisfaction goals, working closely with Sales.
* Develop product specifications in conjunction with Value Stream members to align customer requirements and operations.
* Facilitate promotional activities with Marketing and Communications, including trade shows, symposia, presentations, case histories, and technical articles.
* Ensure availability of comprehensive technical documentation, including regulatory and sustainability requirements.
Who we are looking for:
You might have a Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in business, marketing, sciences, or engineering, with two to three years of industry experience; an MBA is a plus. We value energetic, forward-thinking, and creative individuals with high ethical standards and a professional image to help grow our business.
Additional requirements:
* Experience in Portfolio Management, technical documentation, regulatory compliance, and sustainability certification in Pharma & Health.
* Experience managing technical or innovation projects in manufacturing.
* Proficiency in Excel, especially Pivot tables.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a global cross-functional team.
* Ability to handle sensitive inquiries or complaints effectively.
* Fluent in English; German reading skills are helpful but not required.
Apply Now!
If you are determined, thrive in a fast-paced environment with high accountability, we would love to meet you! Please apply via the link below.
At kp, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage underrepresented groups to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where employees feel empowered and reflected in our organization, regardless of race, gender, religion, nationality, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or other protected characteristics.
* Please be aware of recruitment scams. Klöckner Pentaplast will never ask candidates to provide payments, bank details, or sensitive personal information during the interview process. If you are unsure about a communication claiming to be from kp, contact us directly.
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