Product Manager – Cleaning Equipment

About the role

Wilhelmsen Ships Service is looking for a Product Manager to lead the development of cleaning equipment for the global maritime industry. You will own the product lifecycle, translate market insights into innovative solutions, and ensure the portfolio meets regulatory and customer requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the full product lifecycle – from strategy and innovation to updates, improvements and phase‑outs.
• Define product requirements, work closely with suppliers and drive technical and digital advancements.
• Manage supplier performance and collaborate with procurement to secure a resilient supply chain.
• Own the product pipeline, identify market needs and shape future solutions.
• Develop product training and support Technical Sales Managers with targets and forecasts.
• Monitor market and competition, protect and grow market share, and align branding and pricing with commercial teams.
• Represent the portfolio at conferences and customer events, influencing standards and regulations.
• Optimize inventory policies, logistics and demand planning to improve operational efficiency.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years of experience in product management, preferably in maritime or cleaning‑equipment sectors.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage supplier relationships.
• Strong analytical mindset with the capacity to translate market data into product strategy.

Required skills

• Product management
• Technical development
• Digital innovation