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Product Development Manager
Job Posted: 18 hours ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 85,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Gloucestershire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Shape the future of heavy engineering innovation as the Product Development Manager – lead global product development from Gloucester with international travel and top-tier benefits.
About Us
This is your chance to join a globally recognised engineering innovator supplying complex mechanical products to a worldwide customer base. With cutting-edge design, hands-on manufacturing and deep-rooted industry partnerships, this business values agility, precision and international collaboration. You'll be part of a forward-thinking leadership team driving next-generation product innovation.
Key Benefits
Salary from £50,000 to £65,000, depending on experience
Bonus scheme of £15,000 to £20,000 based on clear performance milestones
23 days holiday (TBC) plus bank holidays
Private healthcare
Company pension scheme
International travel to China and Europe
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Progression to senior leadership roles
Autonomy to shape product strategy and innovation
About the Role
As Product Development Manager, you will be pivotal in leading product lifecycle strategy for a market-leading portfolio. This cross-functional leadership role will see you liaise directly with engineering, operations, sales, marketing, and the CEO. You’ll ensure products are commercially viable, fit-for-market, and manufactured profitably, especially within international supply chains. Key responsibilities include:
Overseeing new product development and innovation (NPI)
Conducting market research to identify product demand and customer pain points
Collaborating with design and engineering teams to ensure product feasibility
Working closely with suppliers—particularly in China—to ensure build quality, specification compliance and profitability
Identifying and resolving issues around product quality, material performance (e.g. steel), and operational fit
Championing the customer voice internally while aligning with commercial objectives
Supporting the CEO and wider SLT with product strategy insights and implementation
About You
To succeed as a Product Development Manager, you’ll bring a mix of engineering know-how, commercial acumen and leadership confidence. You could be a seasoned project or product manager—or a senior mechanical engineer ready to step up. We’re open to exceptional junior candidates with hands-on mechanical experience and a commercial mindset.
You will need:
Experience in mechanical or product engineering (pneumatics/hydraulics)
Previous exposure to project management and/or design environments
Commercial awareness with ability to assess product profitability and customer needs
Confidence liaising with international teams, particularly in Asia
Full eligibility and flexibility to travel globally
Experience in sectors such as construction plant, utilities, drilling, agricultural equipment, or heavy machinery is ideal
To be successful as the Product Development Manager, you may have worked as a:
Product Development Manager, Mechanical Engineering Manager, Product development manager, Project Manager, Design Engineer, R&D Manager, NPI Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, Commercial Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Technical Product Manager
Next Steps
Apply today to learn more about this exciting international leadership opportunity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiencesBefore You Apply
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