AtOXGroup,we’renotjustabouttools,we’reaboutbuildingsomethingbigger.
OXGroupstandsattheforefrontoftheglobalhandtoolindustry,raisingthebenchmarkintoolinnovationandbringingstrengthtotradespersonsworldwide.OurfourEUKbrands,areinstinctivelyrecognisedasTough,Dynamic,Differentandsoareourpeople.
TheRole:
We’relookingforanexperiencedandcommerciallyfocusedGlobalHeadofProductDevelopment&IntegritytoleadourglobalproductstrategyacrossOX,BORA,TRACERandSMART.
Thisseniorleadershiproleisidealforsomeonewithdeepproductexperiencewhocanbuildamulti-yearinnovationroadmap,optimiseacomplexportfolioanduniteProduct,Sales,MarketingandSupplyChainbehindoneglobalstrategy.
You’llensureourproductsdeliverprofitablegrowthwhilemeetingthequality,complianceandperformancestandardsexpectedbytradespeopleworldwide.
KeyResponsibilities:
Whatyou’lldo:
- Ownanddeveloptheglobalproductstrategyandmulti-yearroadmap
- Leadproductstrategyacrossallbrands,categoriesandinternationalmarkets
- Identifywheretoinvest,grow,improveorexitacrosstheportfolio
- Buildandmanageascalableglobalinnovationpipeline
- Establishaconsistentstage-gateproductdevelopmentprocess
- Leadregularproductroadmapandportfolioreviews
- Managethefullproductlifecycle,fromconceptandlaunchthroughtophase-out
- Driveportfoliooptimisationandreducelow-performingSKUcomplexity
- Usecustomer,retailerandmarketinsighttoguideproductdecisions
- Monitorcompetitorproducts,pricing,positioningandinnovation
- PartnerwithSalesandMarketingonproductpositioning,pricingandlaunchreadiness
- WorkcloselywithSupplyChainandFinanceonforecasting,sourcing,costandmargin
- Adaptproducts,specifications,packagingandcomplianceforinternationalmarkets
- Buildandleadahigh-performingglobalproductteam
- ReportregularlytotheCEOandseniorleadershipteam
Whatwe’relookingfor:
- Provenseniorproductleadershipexperiencewithintools,hardware,buildingproductsorarelateddurable-goodscategory
- PreviousexperienceasaHeadofProduct,ProductDirector,VPofProductorsimilar
- Demonstratedsuccessdevelopingglobalproductstrategiesandmulti-yearroadmaps
- Strongexperiencemanagingmultiplebrands,categoriesorinternationalmarkets
- ExperiencewithportfoliooptimisationandSKUrationalisation
- Strongcommercialunderstandingofmargin,inventoryandproductcostdrivers
- Excellentcross-functionalleadershipandstakeholdermanagementskills
- Deepunderstandingofcustomerneeds,retailchannelsandcompetitivepositioning
- Experienceadaptingproductsfordifferentregionsandmarkets
- Stronganalyticaldecision-makingandexecutive-levelcommunicationskills
- Bachelor’sdegreerequired;anMBAorequivalentqualificationisdesirable
What’sinitforyou?
- Theopportunitytobepartofagrowing,ambitiousglobalbrand
- Thechancetogrowanddevelopwithinthebusiness
- 23daysholiday+birthday+volunteerleave
- Flexiblehybridworking(4-5daysintheoffice)
- Companypensionscheme
- A vibrant, supportive team culture
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Global Head of Product Development & Integrity employer: OX Tools
At OX Tools, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development programmes and opportunities to lead impactful projects in a dynamic global market. Located in a vibrant area, we offer a supportive work environment that values creativity and sustainability, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
