- Conduct in-depth market analyses and define product requirements for the European market
- Develop and implement product strategies for both conventional and electrified forklifts
- Prepare detailed product specifications in close collaboration with R&D and international partners
- Plan and manage product launch strategies, including pricing and positioning
- Continuously monitor competitors and derive both technical and strategic measures
- Work closely with Sales, Engineering, Marketing, and the international headquarters
Product Manager (m/f/x) Forklift
ERC/Krefeld
Full-time
Permanent employee
Your mission
Your profile
- At least 8–10 years of experience as a Product Manager, ideally at Linde or in a comparable company in the forklift industry
- In-depth market knowledge of the European material handling equipment sector
- Strong technical understanding of both conventional and electrified machinery solutions
- Strategic mindset, high level of initiative, and strong analytical skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate with international teams
- Fluent in technical and business English (written and spoken)
- French language skills are a plus; German is helpful but not required
Why us?
- A key role in a growing and innovation-driven company
- Room for creativity and strategic development
- International collaboration with dedicated colleagues
- Modern working conditions with hybrid work options
- Personal development through exciting projects and tailored training opportunities
About us
Carve out your career with XCMG!
Welcome to XCMG - one of the world's largest manufacturers of construction machinery. We develop state-of-the-art excavators, cranes, earthmoving and road construction machinery for our customers in the construction, mining and energy industry.
At our site in Krefeld you can find four of our German subsidiaries. In addition to the European headquarter XCMG Europe GmbH, there is also a company for research and development, for strategic purchasing and for sales and services. Together, we drive investment and innovation to a new horizon.
XCMG offers you the opportunity to advance your professional career and apply your skills and know-how in a future-oriented and intercultural environment.
Welcome to XCMG - one of the world's largest manufacturers of construction machinery. We develop state-of-the-art excavators, cranes, earthmoving and road construction machinery for our customers in the construction, mining and energy industry.
At our site in Krefeld you can find four of our German subsidiaries. In addition to the European headquarter XCMG Europe GmbH, there is also a company for research and development, for strategic purchasing and for sales and services. Together, we drive investment and innovation to a new horizon.
XCMG offers you the opportunity to advance your professional career and apply your skills and know-how in a future-oriented and intercultural environment.