Product Manager - Fittings Portfolio

Role Overview

Join Iplex in New Zealand to contribute meaningfully to the nation's infrastructure by managing a pivotal portfolio of plastic pipeline fittings. This role merges responsibilities across Product Management, Marketing, and Commercial Strategy, serving as the linchpin between Sales, Technical, Operations, and Supply Chain teams. Your mission is to craft and oversee strategic initiatives that drive growth, innovation, and market success for the fittings product line.

Key Responsibilities

• Convert intricate technical ideas into clear and compelling value propositions for customers.
• Lead cross-disciplinary projects to direct the future evolution of the fittings category.
• Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitive data to identify innovation and expansion opportunities.
• Support successful commercial outcomes through data-centric decision-making, business case preparation, and performance monitoring.
• Spearhead new product development phases from initial concept through to launch, collaborating closely with Technical, Operations, Supply Chain, and Sales personnel.
• Develop impactful educational and promotional materials to clearly communicate product benefits to customers.

Candidate Profile

• Experience or knowledge in pipe and fittings products is highly advantageous.
• Background in construction, infrastructure, utilities, or manufacturing sectors preferred.
• At least five years of experience managing product portfolios in product management or marketing roles.
• Educational qualifications including a degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability leading cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong commercial acumen and analytical capabilities, including business case development and market opportunity assessment.
• Technical proficiency paired with the capability to translate technical details into customer-oriented value communications.

Why Work With Iplex?

• Play a strategic role with high visibility and significant influence.
• Lead innovation efforts and guide product strategy.
• Flexible working locations available including Auckland, Christchurch, and Palmerston North.
• Experience a culture that fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
• Contribute to impactful projects that strengthen New Zealand communities.