Senior Manager - Marketing (Product)

Job description

About Orica At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work. About the role The Senior Product Manager is accountable for the end-to-end commercial and strategic ownership of the products portfolio, ensuring disciplined execution of the product lifecycle process from idea through launch, growth, sustaining and retirement. The role acts as the single point of products accountability, translating customer needs and market opportunities into clear product strategies, roadmaps and business cases, and leading cross-functional teams through critical decision points in alignment with governance and standards. What you will bring * Minimum 10 years experience post professional qualification. * Experience working across multiple countries and with stakeholders from different markets simultaneously. * Proven ability to lead teams and build a collaborative approach across cross-functional teams. * Ability to work with and influence multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams, aligning diverse perspectives toward shared objectives. * Stakeholder management, including C-level: ability to operate effectively at both the strategic and operational level. * Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, including prioritization, planning, task delegation, and coordination across multiple teams. * Financial acumen and budgeting experience. * Able to build structure in ambiguous situations and establish best practices Your qualifications Experience in Product Management, Portfolio Management or Commercial Leadership Proven experience working within structured governance or stage‑gate / PLM frameworks Strong commercial acumen: business cases, pricing, value propositions and ROI Ability to lead complex cross‑functional teams without direct authority Customer‑centric mindset with strong analytical and communication skills Experience in industrial, B2B, technology‑enabled or engineered products Exposure to global or regional portfolios Familiarity with TRLs, CDPs and portfolio prioritisation concept How you shape and influence others * Operates with a growth mindset and demonstrates strategic thinking, innovation and is an enabler of change * Enables high performing teams and empowers others * Communicates across the business unit / function to increase transparency and bring others along the journey * Applies strategic thinking and integrates purpose with a commercial mindset * Demonstrates courage, models resilience and flexibility * Possess unquestioned reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character * Builds the trust of others both internally and externally * Excellent strategic and commercial acumen supported by sound commercial judgement * Excellent problem solving and analytical skills * Excellent leadership and teamwork capabilities, with a high degree of emotional intelligence * Very strong communication and influencing skills * Results orientated, strategic thinking and holding others accountable * Creates and drives a global culture of excellence, collaboration and trust What we offer As part of a diverse and collaborative culture, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop professionally. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths, and support the continuous development of your knowledge and skills. You will learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture We respect and value all Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.