Job Description

FJA are recruiting on behalf of an innovative leader in designing and manufacturing protective solutions. We are looking for an experienced Product Manager.
 
Location: Greater Manchester
 
Benefits

• 33 days holidays
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Life Insurance 2 x salary
• 3% contribution to pension

 
Product Manager role:

• As the Product Manager, you will lead the go-to-market strategy, managing the entire process from product development and market research to certification and compliance.
• You will work closely with internal teams, external partners, and certification organisations to ensure that the product meets industry standards and stays competitive.

Product Manager responsibilities:

• Analyse the market to track competitor products and industry trends, keeping the company ahead in innovation.
• Manage documentation for product planning, testing, certification, and drawings, working closely with the design technician and coordinating product testing.
• Ensure all products comply with fire safety regulations, including obtaining necessary test evidence.
• Offer technical support to internal teams and customers, helping with product applications, test data analysis, and fire safety solutions.
• Approve and sign off installation drawings based on tested evidence for Firefly products.
• Assist sales and marketing teams with product expertise, technical documentation, and product demonstrations.
• Manage internal systems, including Monday.com for planning and auditing fire tests, and HubSpot as the CRM platform.

Product Manager requirements:

• Experience in the passive fire protection industry, with a strong understanding of fire safety regulations and certification processes, is preferred.
• A background in product management, engineering, or technical sales is preferred.
• Experience in collecting test evidence and analysing competitor product data to support product launches.
• Knowledge of CAD drawings, technical schematics, and product documentation is a plus.
• IFE Level 2 & 3 in Passive Fire Protection (preferred or willingness to obtain).
• Skills and Abilities: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects, proficiency in Monday.com and HubSpot, excellent report-writing, and collaborative team player.

If you are looking for a fantastic Product Manager opportunity and want to work for a leading national contractor with opportunities to progress, then click on the ‘apply now’ button.
 
Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven’t heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised.
 
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers