Product Manager Africa

Product Manager – Engine Additives & Fuel Additives will be accountable for driving business for Engine Additives and Fuel Additives in the Sub-Saharan Africa region in accordance with product strategy by respective regional product line managers. Job Responsibilities include: * Execute business strategies for Engine and Fuel Additives to sustainably deliver strong results in the Sub-Saharan Africa region. * Manage product portfolio, life cycle of products, price, and margin management of the defined product segment to maximize growth and financial performance in the region. * Ensures alignment with Sales, and respective product line manager on strategy and tactics to successfully implement the business plan in pursuit of growth targets. * Liaise with Operations and Supply Chain to ensure supplies of products are in line with demand. * Partner with Marketing to identify growth opportunities, and market trends and to plan and deliver appropriate market messaging and product positioning to the customers. Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in chemistry/chemical engineering/mechanical engineering, or related field * Masters/Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management would be added advantage. * Must have minimum 5 years of experience in the lubricant, chemical or related industry. * Experience in customer facing role. * Ability to travel up to 50% of the time and to participate in global discussions (evening meetings) * Excellent Communication & Presentation skills. Job Segment: Supply Chain Manager, Product Manager, Supply Chain, Marketing Manager, Operations, Marketing