Global Product Manager – Explosives

SUMMARY:
An industry-leading organisation is seeking a Global Product Manager – Explosives to lead its global product strategy, lifecycle management, and commercial performance across key markets.

POSITION INFO:

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for explosives and a deep understanding of product lifecycles in the mining industry?

An industry-leading organisation is seeking a Global Product Manager – Explosives to lead its global product strategy, lifecycle management, and commercial performance across key markets. This high-impact role will drive innovation, profitability, and market relevance while leading a team of product support professionals and collaborating across functions worldwide.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced individual to influence product direction and growth on a global scale.

Key Duties:

• Develop and execute strategic marketing plans and sourcing strategies for explosive product categories
• Formulate pricing strategies to drive profitability and market share
• Analyse customer behaviour, market trends, and performance data to inform decisions
• Lead the end-to-end product development process in collaboration with R&D and engineering teams
• Monitor KPIs and adjust product or category strategies as needed
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with supply chain, sales, operations, and marketing teams
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure commercial efficiency
• Oversee the full product lifecycle from launch through to exit strategy
• Lead and develop a team of product managers and support professionals

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or Supply Chain Management
• 7–10 years'' experience in category management, product support, or marketing
• 5 years'' product management experience in the mining sector
• 3 years'' experience with commercial explosives and blasting practices
• Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and global stakeholder relationships
• Willingness to travel internationally as required
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with data and procurement tools
• A Master’s degree is advantageous

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