Product Manager - Midnight

Company Nigel Wright is delighted to support a market-leading global manufacturer in their search for a Junior Product Manager. This role is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven professional to join a high-performing Product Management team, shaping the success of a diverse, high-volume product portfolio. With a hybrid working model (50% of time based on-site in North East England), this position offers hands-on experience in product strategy, life cycle management, market analysis, and product launches Role As a Junior Product Manager, you’ll be an integral part of the Product Management team, shaping and securing the success of a diverse product portfolio. Your role will involve supporting the full life cycle of products, working cross-functionally to enhance product offerings, and ensuring market alignment. Key Responsibilities Support the management of the product portfolio across all stages of the Product life cycle within the UK including full lifecycle processes and phasing in/out of products. Assist in new product development with volume forecasting, Gap analysis and market feedback alongside the PM team. Align the central product roadmap and vision with the needs of the UK target market alongside the Product Management team Activate and introduce any new or updated products to the range working with Product Management, Supply Chain Management, Marketing & Sales Support on the product, marketing and sales development of key focus categories. Be the point of contact in all product-related questions Supporting on competitor analysis and market research Assist with the supporting of events Collaborating with cross-functional teams on launch campaigns/Go to Market strategy – (Internal & external stakeholders/customers) Supporting the running and administration of marketing and promotional campaigns for demand generation, whether price-driven or otherwise Create and develop dealer and end-user facing collateral for product communication Assist with the creation and proof reading of marketing materials & content Proof reading content including blogs, guides, and case studies that attract and educate customers Monitoring buyer sentiment, product feedback, and market trends Assisting with the retail and end-user channel development in terms of product support. Experience and Skills A passion for product management and a keen understanding of product life cycles. Strong analytical skills to translate market insights into strategic actions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration across teams. A proactive and detail-oriented mindset, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of product management. Experience with Agile methodologies and product management tools (a plus). A valid driving license, as travel and overnight stays are part of the role.