Senior Manager - Packaged Explosives

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives-helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You'll Do:

As a Senior Manager of Packaged Explosives, you will be responsible and accountable for the day-to-day management and strategic direction of the Packaged Products, Cast Boosters and Specialty Powders product lines. You will lead new product introductions and lifecycle management, while collaborating cross-functionally with Sales, R&D, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to ensure alignment and successful product performance in the market. Other duties include:

* Define product line offerings, establish market positioning, and develop and execute comprehensive product marketing strategies.

* Support the customer complaint resolution process by serving as the primary liaison between customers and internal stakeholders, including regional business units, Technical Services, and Operations.

* ensures timely, effective resolution of product-related issues, driving customer satisfaction and continuous product improvement.

* Own and manage the Packaged Explosives, Cast Boosters and Specialty Powders product lines across the full product lifecycle, including portfolio strategy, positioning, pricing, promotion, and rationalization.

* Develop and execute product line strategies aligned with corporate objectives, ensuring clear linkage to Sales, Service, and Operations. Communicate strategies effectively across the organization.

* Drive product line performance and profitability, with full accountability for P&L, including pricing strategy, cost management, and margin optimization.

* Lead product line business teams, setting priorities, developing business cases, and ensuring initiatives align with customer needs and business goals.

* Support and contribute to the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.

* Conduct ongoing product line analysis, including market trends, competitive intelligence, and portfolio optimization (additions, rationalizations, consolidations, and modifications).

* Act as the "voice of the customer," leveraging field engagement, sales feedback, and customer interactions to identify opportunities for product and service improvements.

* Provide product leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams, including Sales, R&D, Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain, ensuring alignment and execution.

* Oversee product marketing activities, including development of product literature, technical documentation (e.g., product information sheets, technical data sheets), and brand positioning.

* Ensure regulatory compliance of product documentation (e.g., SDS, technical data sheets) by coordinating with Communications, Legal, R&D, and applicable regulatory bodies

What We're Looking For:

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline required; advanced degree preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience will be considered.

* 5+ years of progressive experience in the explosives industry, with a focus on product management, marketing, or related commercial and technical roles.

* Comprehensive knowledge of energetic products, including a deep understanding of their technical characteristics, performance, and field applications

* Strong understanding of market dynamics, customer segments, and the competitive landscape, with the ability to translate insights into effective product and commercial strategies

* Demonstrated ability to build and sustain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

* Strong capability to analyze and…