Key Skills

Job Description

Shape the Future of Personal Protective Equipment at Wenaas Wenaas Workwear is a leading provider of workwear and personal protective equipment (PPE), with a strong position in industries where safety, quality and performance matter every day. With Norwegian roots and an international presence, we develop and deliver solutions designed to protect people at work. We are now looking for a commercially driven and proactive Product Manager PPE – International to take responsibility for the development, profitability and growth of our international PPE portfolio. In this role, you will combine commercial insight with product and technical expertise. You will work closely with Sales, Sourcing, ESG, Quality and leading international suppliers to develop a competitive, innovative and compliant PPE offering that meets the needs of our customers and end users. Key Responsibilities Manage and develop the international PPE portfolio throughout the product lifecycle, based on market trends, customer needs and business opportunities. Drive product strategy, launches and portfolio optimization to support growth and competitiveness. Manage pricing, product mix and profitability to ensure strong commercial performance. Develop strategic supplier partnerships and participate in supplier negotiations. Ensure products comply with relevant PPE regulations, standards, certifications and documentation requirements. Support Sales and key customers through tenders, customer-specific solutions, product training and technical expertise. Qualifications We are looking for someone with: Relevant higher education within business, engineering, product management, supply chain or a related field. Relevant professional experience may compensate for formal education. Experience in product management, preferably within PPE, workwear, safety equipment or other technical product categories. Strong commercial and analytical skills, with experience in international supplier relationships and supply chains. Knowledge of PPE standards, certification and regulatory requirements is an advantage. Proficiency in Excel and ERP/PIM systems. Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Who Are You? We believe you are: Commercially minded, proactive and results-oriented. Structured, analytical and comfortable working with data. Able to turn market and customer insights into concrete business initiatives. A strong communicator who works effectively across functions and markets. What We Offer A key role in a growing and strategically important product category, working closely with our Product Manager PPE Norway. Significant influence on product strategy, supplier selection and portfolio development. Collaboration with leading international PPE manufacturers and suppliers. An international working environment with close cooperation across markets and functions. Opportunities for professional development in a company with a strong position within workwear and PPE. Competitive compensation and benefits. Ready to take the next step? If you are passionate about PPE, product development and creating solutions that protect people at work, we would like to hear from you.

Core Responsibilities

Manage and grow the international PPE portfolio across its lifecycle, including product strategy, launches, portfolio optimization, pricing, product mix, and profitability. Develop supplier partnerships, ensure regulatory compliance, and support Sales and customers with tenders, tailored solutions, training, and technical expertise.

Requirements

Relevant higher education in business, engineering, product management, supply chain, or a related field is sought, though relevant professional experience may substitute. Candidates should have product management experience, strong commercial and analytical skills, international supplier and supply-chain experience, Excel and ERP/PIM proficiency, and fluency in English; PPE regulatory knowledge is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Benefits
• Professional Development Opportunities