Assistant Product Manager; Metal

About the job Assistant Product Manager (Metal)

Engio is a leading specialist engineering and technical recruitment agency in Indonesia. We connect top engineering professionals with the best job opportunities nationwide.

About Our Client:

Our client is a global leader and manufacturer in lifting solutions, load securing, and working‑at‑height safety, producing heavy‑duty lifting, load‑control, and fall‑protection equipment.

Position Overview:

We are hiring an Assistant Product Manager — Metal Products to support in planning, developing, and managing product range. You will help drive product strategy, coordinate cross‑functional activities, and ensure new and existing products meet customer needs, regulatory standards, and commercial targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and executing product strategies and roadmaps for lifting, rigging, and fall‑protection product lines.
• Support new product development: specification drafting, prototyping coordination, testing oversight (TIC), and launch preparation.
• Gather and analyze market, competitor, and customer feedback to inform product improvements and positioning.
• Work with sales, engineering, quality, and manufacturing to resolve product issues and optimize product performance and cost.
• Assist in pricing analysis, cost modeling, and lifecycle management.
• Provide technical support and training to sales and field teams as required.
• Participate in customer visits, trade shows, and supplier meetings when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, Management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years' experience in Product Management, Product Development, Purchasing, Procurement, or Supply Chain, including a minimum of 2 years in a supervisor or team‑lead role.
• Knowledge of metal products such as wire rope, chain, lifting equipment, rigging hardware, or similar industrial items.
• Proven experience in procurement processes, supplier sourcing, vendor evaluation, and price negotiation.
• Skilled in market analysis, competitor analysis, and product strategy development.
• Experience managing relationships with local and international principals/suppliers.
• Capable of forecasting product demand and managing inventory.
• Able to perform pricing analysis and assess product margins and profitability.
• Able to deliver product training to sales teams and customers.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Prior experience working with overseas suppliers or principals.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for career growth in a global company
• A collaborative, innovative, and dynamic work environment