Freudenberg Group Manufacturing

Product & Technical Manager Enka (f/m/d)

Germany In person Full-time

Location: Obernburg

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Responsibilities

  • Own and drive the strategic development of the ENKA product portfolio, including product strategy, roadmap definition, lifecycle management, and portfolio performance optimization
  • Lead innovation and product development initiatives by translating market and customer needs into competitive product solutions and successful market launches
  • Act as the technical authority for the ENKA portfolio, ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, and technical excellence throughout the product lifecycle
  • Identify growth opportunities, strengthen market position, and enhance customer value through customer-centric product strategies and close collaboration with key accounts
  • Support commercial success by providing technical and business expertise to customers, projects, and the Sales organization.
  • Collaborate closely with Sales, Operations, Quality, Purchasing, and R&D to ensure alignment and successful execution of product and business objectives
  • Drive continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional leadership to achieve sustainable portfolio growth and profitability

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Technology, Chemistry, Business Engineering, or a related field
  • At least 7 years of professional experience in Product Management, Technical Management, Business Development, or a comparable role
  • Experience in industrial products, geosynthetics, technical textiles, construction materials, or related industries
  • Proven track record in product development, certification, quality management systems, and regulatory compliance
  • Strong project management skills with experience leading cross-functional and international projects
  • Sound technical understanding combined with strong commercial and business acumen
  • Experience working in an international business environment and managing diverse stakeholder expectations
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills
  • Fluent English language skills, both written and spoken

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Freudenberg Performance Materials GmbH & Co. KG

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