Fastrac Product Manager

The opportunity - Fastrac Product Manager

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About the role: 

We're looking for a  Product Manager to take ownership of the JCB Fastrac product range within the JCB Agriculture Team. The role sits at the centre of product development, sales, marketing and regional engagement, ensuring our products continue to meet customer needs and deliver sustainable business growth. 

You’ll lead the New Product Introduction (NPI) process from concept through to launch, manage the ongoing development and optimisation of existing products, support regional and customer product training activities, and coordinate product-related marketing initiatives. Working closely with dealers, customers and internal stakeholders, you'll identify market opportunities, monitor competitor activity, and drive product strategies that maximise sales performance and customer satisfaction. 

What does this role involve day to day? 

• Managing the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, including product briefs, requirements and launch activities. 
• Overseeing the current product portfolio, including sales codes, product improvements and cost analysis. 
• Supporting product training initiatives for dealers, customers and internal teams. 
• Managing and supporting product-related marketing activities. 
• Developing strong relationships with dealer teams and internal JCB stakeholders. 
• Identifying market opportunities and implementing growth initiatives with regional sales teams. 
• Monitoring competitor activity and regional pricing trends to support commercial decision-making. 
• Representing customer requirements and market feedback within JCB. 
• Communicating market insights across the business to align operational and strategic priorities. 
• Supporting dealer capability through training, product knowledge and use of JCB tools. 
• Presenting the JCB Fastrac range at exhibitions, events, trade shows and customer demonstrations. 

This will be suited to you if… 

• You have a strong Agricultural/Engineering  background with a knowledge of high horse power Agricultural tractors
• You're technically minded and have a knowledge of Ag tech systems such as GPS, ISOBUS etc
• You're an excellent communicator with strong influencing and relationship-building skills. 
• You're confident engaging with customers, dealers and stakeholders at all levels. 
• You're highly organised with strong planning and time-management abilities. 
• You're commercially minded with the analytical skills to identify opportunities and drive growth. 
• You're able to challenge constructively, manage change effectively and adapt to shifting priorities. 
• You're a collaborative team player who is equally comfortable working independently. 
• You're entrepreneurial and enjoy turning opportunities into results. 
• You're proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new systems. 
• You're resilient, enthusiastic and a strong ambassador for the JCB brand. 

What’s next? 

Ordinarily, our Resourcing Team reviews and shortlists CVs. If shortlisted, you'll speak to one of our Recruiters to discuss the role further. Our interview process usually consists of an initial team's interview followed by an in-person interview. We'll keep in touch throughout the process but if you have any questions, please get in touch at recruitment@jcb.com. 

What's in it for you? 

This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don't just get a competitive salary, 33 days' holiday and access to our company pension, you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor and dentist. We have a ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there's the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There's our Cycle to Work Scheme. 

We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.  

We're committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, you have the option of speaking to a member of our Recruitment Team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email recruitment@jcb.com, and a member of the team will be in touch. 

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