This position is responsible for the auto care portfolio of the company. This includes manufactured products for both cars and trucks, such as washes, tyre repair products, windscreen solutions etc. These products are supplied to both retail for consumer purchasing, and to trade, such as mechanics. On a day to day basis this person will be expected to:Manage the product life cycle (end to end) including; pricing, product, innovation & modification, channel growth, training and support to sales.Development of business cases.Market research and gaining market insight to drive new product development in the specified category. Development and execution of category plans for both the long-range and annual. Understand the end user needs to drive effective strategies for the category.This client is looking for a candidate with strong Product Management experience, specifically in Industrial or Automotive. To be successful, this candidate should have a strong sense of initiative with the ability to build strong relationships at various levels in the organisation. The non negotiables for this role are:Proven product management experience working on the full product life cycle (including end life cycle).Must have experience in trade marketing.Local manufacturing company experience in a non-negotiable.Strong work ethic with the ability to work hands on. Please note that this role is based in Dandenong.