Product Manager  - Industrial Lubricants

Company Overview

• The company is the world’s number-one independent manufacturer of lubricants and speciality products. 

• It serves industries including automotive, energy, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, food, steel, and aerospace. 

• As a progressive organisation, it prioritises the development of its people to drive success. 

• It maintains a strong commitment to customer service and technical excellence. 

 

Role Overview 

• The company is looking for an experienced Product Manager – Industrial Division to manage its industrial lubricant portfolio. This role is focused on product lifecycle management, market analysis and sales support.

• Managing two product management assistants and working closely with the industrial sales & technical management team. 

• Developing the core product range to align with market demand, including new product launches and removals. 

• Researching market trends to establish appropriate pricing strategies. 

• Forecasting sales patterns to maintain optimal stock levels and minimise shortages. 

• Reducing excess and redundant stock to improve efficiency. 

• Reporting on product range performance, SKU management, and profitability. 

• Providing technical and commercial support to field-based sales teams. 

• Coordinating with R&D, production, marketing and global product management teams. 

• Overseeing product lifecycle management, including customer feedback and continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Supporting the marketing team on campaign projects targeting specific markets. 

Ideal Candidate 

• Degree-level education with at least three years of experience in industrial product management. 

• Strong technical and commercial acumen with experience in manufacturing. 

• Understanding of the industrial marketplace and its key players. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for internal and external interactions. 

• Structured analytical approach with strong attention to detail. 

• Proficiency in data analysis, proposal creation and delivering professional presentations. 

• Self-motivated with strong project management and leadership skills. 

• Experience with SAP is desirable but not essential. 

 

If you believe you are the right fit for this Product Manager – Industrial Division role, apply now! 

 

Consultant: Joshua Cumming 
Email: joshuac@otrsales.co.uk 
Tel: 0208 397 4114 

Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK. 

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