Product · Full-time · England, United Kingdom
PORTWEST, a leading global manufacturer of safety wear, workwear and PPE is currently seeking applications for the position of PPE Product Manager (Gloves and General PPE) in Manchester. Portwest is one of the fastest growing workwear companies in the world currently employing over 5,300 staff worldwide, with customer service staff in over 130+ countries and 11 Global warehouses in UK, Ireland, Italy, Poland, Spain, UAE, USA and Australia. We design, manufacture and distribute market leading workwear, safety wear and PPE in fully owned production facilities.
JOB TITLE: PPE Product Manager (Gloves and General PPE)
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time, Permanent.
REPORTS TO: Glenn Stephens - Category Manager (Hand Protection)
JOB SUMMARY: The PPE Product Manager (Gloves and General PPE) will be responsible for managing and developing our range of gloves and other general PPE products. This role requires a strategic thinking with a strong background in product management with the PPE industry. The successful candidate will oversee product development, regulatory compliance, and market analysis to ensure our products meet the highest standards and customer needs.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in industrial design, Product Design, Engineering or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a product management role within the PPE industry.
Proven experience managing PPE products, with a hand protection background desirable.
Strong understanding of PPE regulations and standards.
Excellent project management and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
COMPANY AWARDS
Portwest do not support visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have a right to work and must fulfil any relevant visa / work permit requirements in the relevant jurisdiction.
Portwest are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, civil status, veteran status, family status, disability status or membership of a minority group.