At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead product management for innovative brick solutions in the construction sector.
- Company: Join Wienerberger Ltd, a leader in sustainable building products.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, flexible holidays, and health support.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and collaboration across multiple functions.
- Why this job: Shape the future of construction with impactful product strategies and innovation.
- Qualifications: Experience in product management and a passion for construction materials.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Join us as a Product Manager for our Brick products at Wienerberger Ltd, which manufactures and provides wall, roof, and landscaping products for the construction sector. We offer innovative and sustainable solutions across the whole building envelope for new build and renovation projects.
About the Role
You will be delivering high-quality product portfolio management and leading initiatives that strengthen our brick range. You will provide clear insights, proactive product governance, and champion portfolio development while collaborating across multiple teams to shape a strong commercial future for our brick category. You will understand the market landscape, capture the Voice of the Customer (VOC), and be the expert for your designated product lines.
Duties include:
- Manage full product lifecycle from ideation through to exit planning for designated product lines.
- Define and deliver 5-year product portfolio strategy and 18-month tactical plans, aligned to Category Management governance and NPD processes.
- Drive idea generation and innovation within rolling 5-year Category Plans.
- Maintain accurate product data across all platforms, including PIM systems.
- Develop and execute product pricing, promotion, distribution, and optimisation strategies aligned to business objectives.
- Monitor product performance, budgets, and stock levels; analyse data and recommend corrective actions with monthly reporting.
- Support sale of non-standard and reject products through pricing and promotional activity.
- Collaborate with Channel Marketing to define segmentation, propositions, target segments, forecasts, and go-to-market strategies.
- Build commercially viable business cases and lead product launch planning and post-launch reviews.
- Support customer-facing teams with product training, contribute to governance forums, and ensure continuous improvement.
You will be supporting our purpose by shaping a strong and competitive product portfolio that delivers for our customers and strengthens our market position. Your work will help ensure our ranges meet the needs of the industry today and tomorrow, supporting sustainable value and quality across the business.
The role will involve regular travel across the UK, including visiting our Cheadle Head Office and our UK factories, as well as occasional travel to our European factories as required. A company car/allowance is provided. Working hours: Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm.
About You
Essential
- Experience as a Product Manager.
- Experience working with manufactured products which have a technical aspect (e.g. construction materials, adhesives, building supplies, chemicals).
- Good understanding of the routes to market for products in this sector.
- Passion for innovation and an entrepreneurial mindset.
- Project management skills.
- Stakeholder management experience.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to present information and influence decisions/change.
- Market-sensing skills (including capturing VOC and interpreting market insights).
- Analytical skills to identify key trends.
- Teamwork.
- Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.
Desirable
- Commercial experience.
- Managing products for the construction and building sector.
- University level education or equivalent training/experience (Technical disciplines such as Engineering or Architecture are an advantage).
About our Benefits
- Salary competitive.
- Annual bonus up to 6%.
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with flexibility to buy up to four extra days and sell up to two.
- An extra day each year to volunteer.
- A company car is available, or you can choose a car allowance.
- Support through employee assistance and wellbeing programmes, including a 24/7 online GP, access to counselling, mental health support, and get fit programmes.
- Health and wellbeing benefits include dental cover, a health cash plan, and eye tests.
- Financial advice and support, including expert guidance from our pension provider and help with savings and loan options.
- Discounts with a range of retailers, gyms, and Wienerberger products.
- Life assurance at twice your annual salary.
- Join our Share Incentive Plan and Employee Profit Participation Programme to share in our success.
About us
Wienerberger UK & Ireland is building for what's next - delivering full building envelope solutions for the built environment. Uniting leading brands and expertise, we empower our partners to create lasting impact with quality products, technical support, and a shared commitment to progress.
Join us as a Product Manager and help us shape tomorrow because we're building for what's next, and that starts with you.
The closing date for this role is subject to change and may be closed earlier than advertised.
Product Manager - Brick in Sheffield employer: Wienerberger
Wienerberger Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration within the construction sector. As a Product Manager for Brick products, you will benefit from competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and comprehensive health and wellbeing programmes, all while having opportunities for career development and cross-functional teamwork. With a commitment to sustainability and quality, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of building solutions, supported by a company that values your contributions and invests in your growth.
