Technical Product Manager, Adhesives and Sealants

Role Overview

• You ensure that our products are marketable worldwide and remain so — taking into account all regulatory and safety-related requirements in collaboration with the service provider Qualisys
• You create and maintain a unified product portfolio (global/country-specific) in close coordination with Sales and Purchasing regarding pricing, container/pack size, accessories and packaging
• You perform make-or-buy analyses regarding in-house filling versus third-party filling
• You are responsible for safety chemistry and maintain and monitor certifications, approvals and regulatory compliance, e.g. DVGW, safety-chemical data, REACH compliance, relevant regulations, etc.
• You prepare and maintain product-related documentation and master data in the ERP system, such as technical data sheets (TDS), safety data sheets (SDS), article numbers, product names, etc.
• You continuously analyze our portfolio using procurement, sales and profitability indicators (write-offs) and implement changes derived from these analyses
• You support application engineering and Sales with safety-chemical product qualifications
• You are responsible for the internal implementation of the Chemical Prohibition Ordinance and support the warehouse in complying with all relevant requirements for the storage of hazardous chemicals — including training warehouse staff in the handling of hazardous substances according to the Hazardous Substances Ordinance (GefStoffV)
• You work closely with external partners, suppliers and customers on safety-chemical and regulatory matters
• You handle customer requirements and quality processes, e.g. PPAP, VDA, Q-processes, and entries in customer portals
• You are responsible for product introductions and discontinuations and ensure smooth communication with customers and internally
• You lead the rollout of product launches, including product presentations and trainings for Sales, Customer Service, Application Engineering and Marketing
• You design product packaging (containers, labels, packaging) together with Marketing and Logistics
• You participate in research projects and coordinate alignment between internal and external stakeholders

Requirements

• Master's degree in Chemistry, ideally with a focus on Polymer Chemistry
• Alternatively: initial professional experience (1–2 years) in technical product management or a comparable field
• Proof of competence in handling hazardous substances (desirable)
• Interest in technical products, ideally in adhesives or polymer chemistry
• Knowledge of safety chemistry, regulatory affairs and quality requirements
• Structured, analytical and pragmatic working style
• Strong communication skills and enjoyment of interdisciplinary collaboration
• Confident use of common IT systems and MS Office applications
• Very good German and English skills

Tech Stack

• ERP

Benefits

• A varied role with significant responsibility and scope to shape processes
• Opportunity to actively contribute to the development of an international product portfolio
• Modern equipment in our own laboratory and technical center
• An environment with short decision-making paths and genuine, equal-footing collaboration
• Exciting interfaces between technology, market and regulation
• Individual development and professional career prospects
• Targeted onboarding with a buddy/mentor in a collegial team
• Bike leasing
• Wellpass/EGYM benefit card
• Corporate benefits
• Salary optimization measures
• Ergonomic workstations
• Permanent employment contract
• 30 days of annual leave
• Free drinks & snacks
• Team events (summer party/outing, Christmas party and team lunches)