Product Manager in Loughborough

Polypipe Civils and Green Urbanisation, part of the Genuit Group, are a leading manufacturer for civils and infrastructure projects, with the industry’s widest range of engineered storm water & sewer management systems, Network and Green asset Solutions. People are at the forefront of everything we do, we have a unique culture where you can be yourself, contribute your ideas to make continuous improvements and take pride in achieving results to support the overall success of our growing business. We recognise the value of investing in our people through comprehensive training and personal development courses.

Role Overview

The Product Manager shapes the long term vision for our product portfolio while steering ongoing development and day to day performance. It’s a role positioned at the centre of our business, connecting manufacturing and supply chain, sales and marketing, and the needs of our markets and customers. You’ll ensure each product meets customer expectations, complies with regulatory standards, and delivers on commercial goals. Success in this role means keeping our ranges competitive on performance, cost, and quality while anticipating future opportunities and challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Define the product vision, positioning, and long‐term roadmap based on customer needs, market trends, and business priorities.
• Manage the full product lifecycle from concept and development through launch, optimisation, and end‐of‐life.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales to manage new products and product changes effectively.
• Monitor production performance, yield and quality metrics to identify product improvement opportunities.
• Translate market, customer, and regulatory requirements into clear product specifications.
• Track product cost structures and lead cost‐down initiatives without compromising quality.
• Gather customer feedback through visits, field data, and service reports.
• Support new product introductions, including pricing, positioning and go‐to‐market readiness.
• Ensure products comply with all applicable codes, standards and certifications.
• Develop and maintain the category plan and a rolling 5‐year product roadmap.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience working in Product Management.
• Proven ability to lead cross‐functional teams.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, production processes, and supply chain dynamics.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into commercial outcomes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Data‐driven mindset with strong analytical ability.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and product lifecycle management tools.
• Must have a valid UK Driving Licence.
• Willingness to work at various UK locations to deliver on projects.

Benefits

• Company car
• Entitled to 25 days holiday
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Pension contribution matched up to 8%
• Life assurance
• Save as you earn Genuit Sharesave scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale. At Polypipe we recognise the contribution our people make to our success and are committed to attracting talent from a wide and diverse pool. Our people are the heart and soul of our business, and we know that they are the key to ensuring our long-term sustainability, enabling us to be flexible and responsive to the needs of our customers and the wider construction industry, and we offer rewarding career opportunities to individuals who share our values and are passionate about making a positive impact. And that is why we are passionate about developing a culture of trust and innovation, one that values and celebrates the contributions of each and every team member. It is our people who will ensure that our success is sustainable, supporting each other and being flexible and responsive to the demands of our customers and the marketplace.