EMEA Regional Product Manager Refinish Sector

Axalta
ES - Madrid - Madrid
November 29, 2024

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions.
We engineer technologies that protect customers' products - whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals - and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes.
We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.We are currently looking for a EMEA Regional Product Managerto join our Refinish organization.
This position accepts flexible work.
This role drives local execution of EMEA strategies for Product & Color, supports market understanding, act as the Voice of Customer, and work on regional initiatives, with guidance from the Segment and Product Execution Manager, focusing on Spain, Portugal , Italy , France, UK and BeNeLux.
Key responsibilities:
Execute EMEA Strategies:
Drive local execution of EMEA strategies for Product & Color, including product portfolio support, field tests, and product launches/phase-outs.Technical Guidance:
Provide input to local technical teams, distributors, importers, Key Accounts, OEMs, and Private Label owners regarding technical requests.Market Understanding:
Build market and segment understanding with support from local technical and commercial teams, focusing on market trends, legal compliance, competitive landscape, and new product/technical trends.Quality Support:
Coordinate investigations and support quality issues with input from local and central teams.Regional Initiatives:
Support regional Commercial, Sales, and Technical initiatives, including guidance to specialists and input on pricing and marketing initiatives.Project Support:
Assist on specific projects for Regional Product Managers in DACH, SCAN, and MENA regions.Stakeholder Interaction:
Collaborate with various stakeholders, including Segment Product Managers, Global Platform Managers, Sales Teams, Local Technical and Commercial Teams, Marketing Communications, Channel Partners, Key Accounts, Customers, Suppliers, Training Team, Non-Paint Team, and Strategic Account and Sales Teams.Key requirements:
Qualification:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Paint R&D, commercial, or technical roles.Language Skills:
In addition to excellent knowledge of English , a second language will be positively evaluated.Experience:
Minimum 3-5 years in product marketing, color, customer service, or technical roles in the paint industry.Availability to travel:
up to 30% of the time, across the assigned countriesTechnical Skills:
Proficiency in Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint; in-depth knowledge of refinish products and repair/application processes.Core Competencies:
Building sustainable relationships, driving for results, mobilizing resources, and business acumen.Functional Skills:
Excellent organizational and planning skills, quality orientation, stress tolerance, and ability to analyze complex technical data.Additional Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical mindset, operational focus for LEAN processes, good computer and system skills, and customer focus.Axalta operates its business in two segments:
Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific.
Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year.
We've recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.
Our Company:
We engineer technologies that protect customers' products - whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals - and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes.
We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.
Axalta operates its business in two segments:
SummaryLocation:
Madrid; Cavenago Brianza; Toulouse; Mantes La Ville, Ile de France; Barcelona; Lavis, Trento; Cavenago di BrianzaType:
Full time

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