Product Manager

Overview

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the category strategy for GLP aligned with LIXIL and IMEA business goals
• Analyze market trends in the GLP countries, customer needs, and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities.
• Oversee the product lifecycle, including new product introductions, discontinuations, and innovations.
• Develop a 3 years & 5-year plan and define the Product Road Map.
• Build and maintain relationships with key distributors to ensure quality & cost efficiency.
• Work closely with sales and marketing teams to create effective promotional campaigns and strategies.
• Ensure category performance meets revenue and profitability targets through tailored sales plans.
• Conduct regular market analysis, including customer segmentation, pricing strategies, and competitive benchmarking.
• Use data-driven insights to guide decision-making and drive category growth.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock levels without overstocking or stockouts.
• Collaborate with supply chain teams to ensure seamless distribution and product availability.
• Plan planogram with Retail & Showroom team for different category of partners (A, B & amp;C).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments for launch of new products.
• Ensure all category operations comply with local regulations and company policies.
• Promote sustainability initiatives within the product category, aligning with company goals.

Qualifications

• 5-8years of experience in a product-based industry, preferably in building materials.
• 5+ years of experience in Product Management
• Fluency in English
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and customer needs
• Strong commercial knowledge and business acumen