Product Manager Trading Goods Product Manager Trading Goods Nis, Serbia - Full Time SpotLIGHT of the job By joining our team as Product Manager – Trading Goods , located in Nis , you will be responsible for managing a global portfolio of third-party branded luminaires, aligning product offerings with our company’s growth and sustainability strategy. You will lead supplier selection, product validation, and lifecycle management, collaborating with sales, R&D, quality, and purchasing to support a competitive and profitable lighting portfolio. If you have a background in product management, strong commercial and technical insight, and experience working with cross-functional teams, we encourage you to apply! With a commitment to innovation and personal growth, we offer various opportunities for professional development, international exposure, and the chance to shape integrated lighting solutions that drive our business forward.  Responsibilities Lead the selection, creation, enhancement, and lifecycle management of a portfolio of Trading Goods (indoor and outdoor luminaires). Identify market opportunities and risks, define product strategy and roadmap, and ensure alignment with sales and brand objectives. Scout, qualify, and validate suppliers; manage supplier relationships and ensure compliance with quality and business standards. Coordinate with Sales, Purchasing, Quality, and R&D to support product launches, validations, and portfolio updates. Maintain and update the e-catalog, enabling sales teams to select and order products efficiently. Monitor portfolio performance, analyze market and competitor trends, and drive decisions for product and supplier development. Support sales with product positioning, marketing plans, and product training. Manage P&L for the assigned product line, ensuring profitability and growth targets are met. Skills & Experience We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements. Your motivation and potential matter more than perfection. You have Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field. You have several years of experience in product management, ideally within lighting, electrical, or related industries. You have proven experience managing product portfolios, supplier relationships, and cross-functional projects. You have strong analytical skills and understanding of market and customer requirements. You are familiar with SAP or similar ERP systems and digital catalog management. You have excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. You are able to work independently and collaboratively in a global, matrixed environment. You have excellent proficiency in English language. German language knowledge would be considered as an advantage. What we offer A truly international team - work with colleagues from different countries and cultures. Employee well-being and family support programs – private health insurance and various initiatives to support families and parenting. Environmental, Safety, and Health (ESH) Initiatives - participation in dedicated activities focused on ESH, including social, ecological, and team-building events. Personal growth - training opportunities accessible internally and externally. A company that values innovation - work in a forward-thinking environment with great team of experts who can support you. What matters to us We understand not only the power of the visible, but also the invisible. Like light, diversity is intangible, but it is perceptible. We value the uniqueness of every person and see this as a driver of innovation. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of, for example, origin, skin color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or disability. As the contact person for this position, a great candidate experience is important to me! I will reach out to you within 7 days. Please inform me of any assistance you may need, so I can best support you throughout the hiring process. Talent Acquisition Partner Kristina Popovic Who we are At the Zumtobel Group, we are passionate about designing and producing light that empowers humans and brings architecture to life. We continuously push the boundaries in our search for perfection through timeless design, technical excellence and efficient performance. Through light, we create spaces that inspire. As we develop the next generation of lighting, we consider the wellbeing of people and nature. Our lighting is designed for our customers and their individual aspirations. We guide them into a new world of opportunities – as a group, and through all our individual brands, Thorn, Tridonic and Zumtobel. Learn more about our Group in our enlightening video - where WE LIVE LIGHT and thrive together! The result is a series of personal and authentic insights into our corporate culture - illustrated from different perspectives. Follow us: WE ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT LIGHT. We share a passion for light, creating aesthetic, functional, and sustainable lighting solutions that enhance quality of life. WE ARE EXCITED ABOUT CREATING INNOVATIVE LIGHTING SOLUTIONS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE. Sustainability and innovation drive everything we do — shaping a responsible, climate-neutral future. WE ARE INTERNATIONAL AND PERSONAL AT THE SAME TIME. While we have grown from a family business into a global organization, our collaborative spirit and familial culture remain integral to our identity. APPLY HERE