Product & Technical Manager Enka (f/m/d)

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Responsibilities:
Own and drive the strategic development of the ENKA product portfolio, including product strategy, roadmap definition, lifecycle management, and portfolio performance optimization
Lead innovation and product development initiatives by translating market and customer needs into competitive product solutions and successful market launches
Act as the technical authority for the ENKA portfolio, ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, and technical excellence throughout the product lifecycle
Identify growth opportunities, strengthen market position, and enhance customer value through customer-centric product strategies and close collaboration with key accounts
Support commercial success by providing technical and business expertise to customers, projects, and the Sales organization.
Collaborate closely with Sales, Operations, Quality, Purchasing, and R&D to ensure alignment and successful execution of product and business objectives
Drive continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional leadership to achieve sustainable portfolio growth and profitability
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Technology, Chemistry, Business Engineering, or a related field
At least 7 years of professional experience in Product Management, Technical Management, Business Development, or a comparable role
Experience in industrial products, geosynthetics, technical textiles, construction materials, or related industries
Proven track record in product development, certification, quality management systems, and regulatory compliance
Strong project management skills with experience leading cross-functional and international projects
Sound technical understanding combined with strong commercial and business acumen
Experience working in an international business environment and managing diverse stakeholder expectations
Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills
Fluent English language skills, both written and spoken
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