Product Line Manager
Product Line Manager - Ingredients
A leading industrial ingredients manufacturer is seeking a Product Line Manager to lead the strategy, pricing, profitability, and growth of a key product portfolio. This individual will partner cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain to drive commercial performance and support long-term business objectives.
Responsibilities
- Own and execute product line strategy to support revenue, volume, margin, and growth objectives.
- Manage product portfolio, customer mix, and pricing initiatives to improve profitability and asset utilization.
- Monitor and analyze business performance through revenue, margin, volume, and market trend reporting.
- Support annual operating plans, forecasting, and long-range business planning initiatives.
- Partner with Sales and Finance on pricing strategy, contract negotiations, and commercial performance management.
- Conduct market, customer, competitive, and application analysis to identify growth opportunities and support commercial decision-making.
- Develop sales tools, business insights, and commercialization materials to support customer engagement and market growth.
- Coordinate with Operations, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to align production, inventory, forecasting, and service objectives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 5+ years of experience in product management, product line management, commercial strategy, or related roles.
- Experience within food ingredients, specialty chemicals, or industrial manufacturing.
- Strong background in pricing, portfolio management, and commercial analytics.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and bonus opportunity.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to own and grow a strategic product portfolio.
- Hybrid schedule with travel approximately 30-40%.
FAQs
Congratulations, we understand that taking the time to apply is a big step. When you apply, your details go directly to the consultant who is sourcing talent. Due to demand, we may not get back to all applicants that have applied. However, we always keep your resume and details on file so when we see similar roles or see skillsets that drive growth in organizations, we will always reach out to discuss opportunities.
Yes. Even if this role isn’t a perfect match, applying allows us to understand your expertise and ambitions, ensuring you're on our radar for the right opportunity when it arises.
We also work in several ways, firstly we advertise our roles available on our site, however, often due to confidentiality we may not post all. We also work with clients who are more focused on skills and understanding what is required to future-proof their business.Â
That's why we recommend registering your CV so you can be considered for roles that have yet to be created.Â
Yes, we help with CV and interview preparation. From customised support on how to optimise your resume to interview preparation and compensation negotiations, we advocate for you throughout your next career move.