Global Product and Sub-Segment Manager

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Date: Aug 11, 2026

Location: Gateshead, GB

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life.

Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

We welcome applications from people with relevant experience and transferable skills, even if you don’t meet every requirement. If this role sparks your interest, we’d love to hear from you.

At Akzo Nobel, we’ve been pioneering colour, protection and performance for more than 200 years. Our teams develop innovative coating technologies and solutions that help customers around the world achieve better performance, sustainability and efficiency.

We’re committed to building diverse, inclusive teams that reflect the customers and communities we serve.

The Yacht & Boat Production Build segment sits at the heart of the global leisure marine industry, supporting leading boat builders with coating solutions that combine quality, efficiency, sustainability and reliability at scale.

As Global Product & Sub-Segment Manager – Yacht & Boat Production Build, you’ll play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of our global Production Build portfolio. Working with some of the world’s leading yacht and boat manufacturers, you’ll define strategies that strengthen Akzo Nobel’s position as a trusted partner throughout the build process.

This is an exciting global role that combines strategic marketing, portfolio management and innovation leadership. You’ll be responsible for driving the growth and success of our Yacht & Boat Production Build sub-segment, identifying emerging trends, developing compelling value propositions and bringing innovative coating solutions to market.

Working closely with regional marketing, sales, R&D, operations and supply chain teams, you’ll lead cross‑functional collaboration to deliver winning strategies, successful product launches and sustainable business growth.

If you're passionate about strategy, innovation and creating value in a global environment, this is an opportunity to make a tangible impact in a segment where performance, manufacturing excellence and customer partnerships drive success.

• Define and execute the “where to play” and “how to win” strategies for the Yacht & Boat Production Build segment
• Manage the global product and service portfolio in line with market needs and business strategy
• Lead new product introductions (NPI), range optimisation and lifecycle management activities
• Develop differentiated value propositions, business cases and strategic marketing initiatives
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends, threats and growth opportunities
• Lead product and service development projects through the Stage‑Gate process
• Collaborate with regional teams to ensure effective implementation of strategies and initiatives
• Benchmark competitor offerings and support technology leadership through industry engagement
• Provide strategic input into brand positioning and communication planning
• Partner closely with sales, R&D, operations, procurement and finance teams to deliver business objectives
• Drive delivery of revenue, profitability and portfolio performance targets
• Influence and coordinate cross‑functional project teams to successfully execute strategic plans
• Promote a diverse, inclusive and collaborative team culture that encourages innovation and engagement
• Support talent development and succession planning initiatives across the business
• Ensure compliance with HSE, corporate and ethical standards across all…