Assistant Product Manager (Metal)

Engio is a leading specialist engineering and technical recruitment agency in Indonesia. We connect top engineering professionals with the best job opportunities nationwide.

About Our Client:

Our client is a global leader and manufacturer in lifting solutions, load securing, and working-at-height safety, producing heavy-duty lifting, load-control, and fall-protection equipment.

Position Overview:

We are hiring an Assistant Product Manager — Metal Products to support in planning, developing, and managing product range. You will help drive product strategy, coordinate cross-functional activities, and ensure new and existing products meet customer needs, regulatory standards, and commercial targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and executing product strategies and roadmaps for lifting, rigging, and fall-protection product lines.
• Support new product development: specification drafting, prototyping coordination, testing oversight (TIC), and launch preparation.
• Gather and analyze market, competitor, and customer feedback to inform product improvements and positioning.
• Work with sales, engineering, quality, and manufacturing to resolve product issues and optimize product performance and cost.
• Assist in pricing analysis, cost modeling, and lifecycle management.
• Provide technical support and training to sales and field teams as required.
• Participate in customer visits, trade shows, and supplier meetings when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, Management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years' experience in Product Management, Product Development, Purchasing, Procurement, or Supply Chain, including a minimum of 2 years in a supervisor or team-lead role.
• Knowledge of metal products such as wire rope, chain, lifting equipment, rigging hardware, or similar industrial items.
• Proven experience in procurement processes, supplier sourcing, vendor evaluation, and price negotiation.
• Skilled in market analysis, competitor analysis, and product strategy development.
• Experience managing relationships with local and international principals/suppliers.
• Capable of forecasting product demand and managing inventory.
• Able to perform pricing analysis and assess product margins and profitability.
• Able to deliver product training to sales teams and customers.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Prior experience working with overseas suppliers or principals.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for career growth in a global company
• A collaborative, innovative, and dynamic work environment

If you're an experienced sales specialist ready for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply! Please send your updated CV to [email protected]

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration.

Originally posted on Himalayas