Product Manager (m/f/d) Multilayers EMEA

As Product Manager Multilayers EMEA, you steer profitable growth and the strategic direction of the multilayer coatings portfolio across Europe, Middle East, and Africa. You will partner with Sales, R&D, Operations, and Global Product Management to translate customer insights into market success. This role sits at the crossroads of product, technology, and marketing, with exposure to Automotive OEMs and cross-functional teams. You’ll shape roadmaps, pricing, and go-to-market tactics while prioritizing innovation and portfolio optimization.

• Own the profitable growth and strategic direction of the assigned product portfolio across EMEA
• Develop and execute product strategies, growth initiatives, and 5-year business plans
• Gather Voice of Customer insights and identify market opportunities with Sales and Technology
• Build and maintain product roadmaps aligned with customer needs and tech trends
• Lead commercial activities related to VMI projects, pricing strategy, and portfolio optimization
• Evaluate product performance and drive profitability improvements
• Partner with Global Product Management to align regional requirements with global strategies
• Establish marketing direction via market analysis, benchmarking, and customer insights
• Define product positioning, value propositions, and go-to-market strategies
• Serve as regional SME on product financial performance, market dynamics, and technical capabilities
• Collaborate with R&D to prioritize innovation and future portfolio development

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Business, or a related discipline
• Proven experience in the coatings industry
• Experience working with Automotive OEMs and understanding their requirements and decision-making processes
• Strong strategic marketing and commercial sales experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Product Management, Technology, Marketing, or Sales
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and influencing diverse stakeholder groups
• Strong understanding of market dynamics, pricing, and portfolio management
• Solid project management skills and experience driving business growth initiatives
• Strong business acumen with excellent technical understanding
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities
• Fluent English; German is a strong advantage

• Cross-functional collaboration
• Strategic thinking
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Product management in coatings or related materials
• Pricing strategy and portfolio management
• Market analysis and competitive benchmarking