Abteilungsleitung Product Management Coatings DIY+ (m/w/d), Schulz Farben- und Lackfabrik GmbH
Core
Strategic, economic, and organizational leadership for international product management of the DIY/DIY+ coatings portfolio, bridging market/customer needs with technological possibilities.
Role type
Senior department head (Product Management)
Builds
Innovative, high-quality, competitive coating product solutions for global markets
Domain
Industrial coatings (DIY/DIY+) and chemical/physical coating technology
Required skills
Strategic product and innovation management, full product lifecycle management, portfolio management, stage-gate processes, cross-functional team leadership, business case evaluation, stakeholder management, international negotiation
Preferred skills
Polymer chemistry background, experience in paints/lacquers/consumer goods industry, French language skills (C1), familiarity with PLM/PIM/ERP/CRM/Business Intelligence systems
Technologies
Microsoft 365, PLM, PIM, ERP, CRM, Business Intelligence
Responsibilities
Lead and develop subordinate team leaders in Customer Solutions, Project Management, and Technical Application; define and implement product/portfolio/innovation strategy; analyze market/customer/competitor/technology trends; identify and evaluate new market segments and technologies; steer development and project portfolios; manage revenue, profit, margin, budget, and investments; ensure quality, sustainability, and regulatory compliance; build strategic relationships with international retail groups and key customers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC (Department Head)