Product Manager
Shape & Create - And make it happen!
The Villeroy & Boch Group with its Ideal Standard brand is one of the world's leading manufacturers in the ceramics and lifestyle sector. With our innovative and stylish products from the Dining & Lifestyle and Bath & Wellness segments, we have been creating moments and rooms to feel good in since 1748. Our success is based on the passion, design expertise and innovative strength of our more than 13,000 employees in 42 countries.
Want to become part of us? #shapeandcreate
Your Role:
- Supports market and competitor analysis, including price benchmarking, product comparisons, and new product tracking.
- Assists in preparing and following up the annual operating plan for assigned categories.
- Supports basic sales, margin, and product performance analysis.
- Contributes to portfolio reviews, range optimization, and product simplification.
- Supports the NPI process through data preparation, presentations, and internal coordination.
- Assists in product launches, including positioning, pricing input, and go-to-market preparation.
- Supports pricing activities by collecting market data, cost inputs, and competitor benchmarks.
- Coordinates with central product teams on specifications, technical clarifications, and documentation.
- Works with Marcom teams on catalogues, presentations, and sales tools.
- Prepares product reports, presentations, and forecasts to support decision-making.
- Supports product training by preparing materials and sharing product knowledge.
- Coordinates with Quality teams on regulatory and compliance topics when needed.
Your Profile
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is required.
- 2–3 years of experience in marketing, product management, or a related function is preferred.
- The ability to communicate in English and Arabic fluently.
- The ability to respond to common inquiries from internal and external customers in effective verbal and written communication skill.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools is required. Knowledge of SAP or similar systems is a plus.
- Ability to work collaboratively across functions and to manage multiple tasks in a structured and organized manner.
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential, along with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
- Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and develop within product management, with a solid foundation in analytical thinking and business understanding.