Product Manager
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. As a vital member of the Knauf Group, Knauf Aquapanel invites you to embark on an exciting career journey within our Sales Team. We pride ourselves on having a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all.
Founded in 2002 as a joint venture between Knauf and USG, Knauf Aquapanel is a leading manufacturer of cement board systems. From humble beginnings, we have evolved into a global flagship brand, making our mark in over 60 countries.
We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world. At Aquapanel, we are committed to developing innovative building materials for various applications. Today, the premium AQUAPANEL® brand is the preferred choice of architects, specifiers, and fabricators, offering significant performance benefits for all building types.
CAN YOU SAY ‘YES’ TO THESE QUESTIONS?
· Do you treat your colleagues with respect?
· Do you always have the customer in mind?
· Do you act with future generations in mind?
· Do you have a proven track record of delivering results?
· Do you like to seek out opportunities to grow and develop?
If your answer is a resounding "yes," then we appreciate to receive your application!
We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
This is not just a job; it's a commitment to shaping the future of construction with Knauf Aquapanel.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
Achievement of KPIs and objectives set with the technical manager in Colombia.
Lead the positioning and penetration strategy in construction companies and projects. Focus on the institutional segment (hospitals, clinics, schools, industry, among others) and support in the housing segment.
Create a solid value proposition through studies of the system's benefits in bioclimatic, fire, structural performance, among others.
Lead the development of technical specifications in the main Colombian standards and those of the countries we serve, such as: Icontec, Anrasi, Retie, Earthquake Resistant Standard, Gas, among others, which allows us to maintain an ecosystem that facilitates the implementation and incorporation of the system in projects.
Development of training programs for internal and external stakeholders.
Prepare specifications with the Aquapanel Line and follow up on them.
Keep the https://reporting.aquapanel.com/ website up to date.
Work with the Commercial Area to manage the presentation of proposals.
Coordinate the creation of samples on site.
Give technical/commercial presentations to designers, consultants, builders, contractors, installers, and the distribution network.
Coordinate with Marketing Management on investments in materials required for defined targets (professionals and distribution).
Keep technical and commercial information on the Aquapanel line up to date.Keep Technical and Commercial Management informed about sales progress in projects and additional requirements for achieving sales targets.
Manage trade fairs and events that favor the system.
Constantly evaluate the viability of the system vs. alternative solutions.
Manage alliances with suppliers that favor the system.
Stay informed and notify Knauf about regulations, laws, and other documents that favor or disadvantage the system in Colombia and other countries where we have commercial operations.
Correct use of sales management software such as Sales Force, CRM, among others.
Communicate to the company all observations that you consider will contribute to the improvement of the system's sales management.
WHAT WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE:
We are interested in you as a person; your attitude, behavior and values. As long as you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you.
If you fulfil the following requirements – it would be an added advantage:
· Education: Professional in construction-related fields such as architecture and civil engineering.
Complementary training in business and/or marketing.
· Experience: 5 years of experience
· Travel: availability to travel
· Language: Native or advance spanish and english
WE. YOU. TOGETHER
Aquapanel is a people-centric organization, prioritizing the well-being and satisfaction of our team members. We provide:
· Safety: Safe work environment with unlimited working contract
· Flexibility: Options for remote work
· Leisure: 15 days of vacation
· Growth: Career & personal development plans
· Global Reach: International team & work environment
· Equal opportunity: Inclusive and diverse work culture
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process - so we are committed to replying to your application within five working days.
- Department
- Commercial
- Locations
- Knauf Bogota
- Remote status
- Hybrid
Knauf Bogota
Workplace & Culture
Knauf employees play a large part in the success of the company. Their performance, competence and motivation are based on the implementation of the Knauf values of entrepreneurial spirit, dedication, partnership and humanity in the course of their daily work. Individual performances make a contribution to our joint success as a team. This is the basis for further growth of the Knauf Group.