Product Technical Manager - Ventilation Technology

THE ROLE:

We are seeking an experienced Product Technical Manager with a strong background in Product Management to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will undertake detailed market analysis, focusing on European and national regulations and standards, competitor landscapes, and UK application. As Product Technical Manager (Ventilation Technology), you will take ownership of the Products Groups within the ventilation technology area including Air Distribution, Attenuators, Air-Water Systems (Chilled Beams) and Filter Technology.

The ideal candidate should be educated to Degree level or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Product Management or a related field. Have demonstratable experience in Product Management within the HVAC market with a proven track record of translating market needs into successful business strategies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify trends, regulations and opportunities within the UK Ventilation Technology Sector.
• Analyse relevant European and National Standards and Regulations to ensure product compliance and market suitability.
  
• Perform competitive analysis to assess the strengths and weaknesses of competitor products / strategies and develop a route to market for the TROX GROUP portfolio.
  
• Develop and implement business plans for individual product types based on market analysis and customer needs.
  
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders to guide strategic decisions.
• Generate and present tailored product training to all staff across Business Development, External & Internal sales, Contracts and Service teams.
  
• Assist TROX UK departments with technical support across the product groups to develop sales for any existing customers.
  
• Showcase & promotion of new TROX products, systems or initiatives to the UK market to establish their needs and provide feedback to TROX UK Technical, Marketing & TROX GROUP Product Management teams.
  
• Liaise with the Marketing Manager to produce relevant content for Technical and Sales documentation, presentations, CPD's, TROX Academy, website content etc.
  
• Represent TROX UK market requirements on the TROX GROUP Product Development Committees and provide regular updates on upcoming TROX GROUP Developments.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• At least 5 years in a Product Management or Business Development role within the HVAC Building Services Sector.
• Experience in Strategic Management of HVAC products from product vision, development, strategy and roadmap for a product area in support of company goals and objectives.
• Technically minded, logical and strategic thinker with an attention to detail.
• High level of written and oral communication to facilitate technical training with advanced level PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Word and Excel knowledge.
• To communicate confidently at all levels and lead, as well as work within a team to achieve strategic objectives within tight deadlines.
• To understand and demonstrate a detailed working knowledge of the product groups stated and relevant legislation associated with their application.
• To understand and demonstrate a detailed working knowledge of air conditioning / movement systems.
• To be proficient in the use of Windows, Microsoft Office and TROX bespoke ERP, product selection systems including Easy Product Finder, Dynamix CRM.
• Knowledge of best industry / commercial practice and of related current and future pending legislation.
• Advanced level planning, organisation and time management skills.

HOW TO APPLY:

If there are any questions about the role or what is required please contact Mike Gosling, Technical Director. Candidates for this role should apply in writing and include a CV, addressed to Clare Pulham, TROX UK HR Manager hr@troxuk.co.uk by 22 August 2025.