Assistant Product Manager

Our globally recognized powertools are developed, produced, sold and supported with green passion by our 5,500 employees from over 100 countries.

Professional users around the world rely on our brands HiKOKI, Metabo, Metabo HPT, Carat and Sankyo as well as the sustainable CAS battery system with 40 partnerships.

As a medium-sized company rooted in the Swabian town of Nürtingen near Stuttgart, we combine tradition and innovation to form a coherent whole within the international KOKI Group.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ÿ Responsible for executing and achieving key metrics in product category including optimizing profitability and margins

Ÿ Assists in developing and managing product roadmaps and assists and/or leads new product initiatives through the eyes of the end user’s unmet needs to create unique value - from initial research through product launch and results

Ÿ Global launch preparation and controlling of the launch success as member of project-team

Ÿ Guide trainers in the SBU (train the trainers)

Ÿ Study and consider sales chances and align the product strategy for all KOKI brands

Ÿ Market research: market information/ statistics within report preparations; provide methodology and support to members to conduct surveys

Ÿ Life cycle management though maximizing product SKU productivity, ensuring profitability and rationalization

Ÿ Partners with sales team through participation in key customer planning and meetings, channel initiatives, and product training for assigned categories

Ÿ Collaborate with marketing communications on go-to-market strategy to meet category and business objectives

Ÿ Partner with channel and SCM teams to ensure accurate new product forecasts, as well as alignment on promotion activities

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Ÿ Business Acumen

Ø Drive business results with strong financial aptitude and business planning

Ø Expertise in forecasting, selling strategies, and go-to-market execution

Ø In-depth knowledge of competitive intelligence, market analysis, and segmentation

Ÿ Customer-Centric Approach

Ø Advocate for customer needs, ensuring alignment between product features and end-user requirements

Ø Guide product development based on customer feedback and market trends

Ÿ Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Ø Work closely with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, marketing, and sales) to ensure smooth product delivery

Ø Foster open communication and teamwork, balancing priorities across departments

Ÿ Strategic Vision

Ø Develop long-term product strategies aligned with business objectives Ability to spot trends/ long-term foresight

Ø Stay ahead of market trends, using data-driven insights to adapt the product roadmap

Ÿ Product & Technical Expertise

Ø Deep understanding of product lifecycle management, from ideation to launch to end of life

Ø Ensure product quality, technical feasibility, and alignment with market demands

Ÿ Results-Oriented & Problem Solving

Ø Strong analytical skills with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes

Ø Ability to navigate challenges and drive solutions in fast-paced, dynamic environments

Ÿ Communication & Stakeholder Management

Ø Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of presenting ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Ø Proficient in tools such as MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and presentations

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of product management experience or power tool experience (marketing/technical background preferred)

Language Skills:

Ability to read, write, and present business and technical information clearly

Mathematical Skills:

Competence in applying statistical and mathematical concepts to practical situations

Problem-Solving:

Skilled in handling diverse, non-standardized challenges

Computer Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

Sounds like what you are looking for? Then we look forward to receiving your online application, via our online career portal. We look forward to meeting you soon.