With over 100 years of corporate development and experience, Jowat is a world-wide leader in the manufacture of industrial adhesives. We have a highly motivated team of 1400 employees worldwide and are proud to provide our customers with innovative adhesive solutions in a number of markets.

Product Manager

Jowat Corporation has an immediate opening for a Product Manager in the United States.

We are looking for a high energy and results-orientated Product Manager for adhesives for the filtration industry who will be a strong contributor to the growth of our company. This is an exciting opportunity to partner with our customers to explore the best adhesive options for their requirements in the filtration industry.

Day-in-the-life and your responsibilities:

• Development of products based on market studies and commercial requirements.
• Provide guidance to sales staff to enhance market position.
• Initiate product launches and product discontinuations.
• Market studies and analyses for future fields of application based on trends.
• Product ideas and adhesive requirements from both a technical and commercial point of view.
• Provide support in marketing activities in areas of print, online, trade shows and business development.

Our requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business or engineering preferred.
• Experience in product marketing, ideally in the filter industry environment.
• Strong technical aptitude required.
• Professional appearance, excellent oral and written communication skills, and understanding of intercultural differences, as well as flexibility and creativity.
• Structured and independent work habits with strong conceptual and analytical skills.
• Market and customer-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of commitment, results-oriented and self-motived.
• Business fluent in German and English and high willingness to travel.

Benefits of working at Jowat:

• 401(k) with a match
• Paid vacation
• 9 paid holidays
• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision, FSA)
• Company contribution to HSA
• Multiple company-paid insurance policies

Results of a company performed drug screen and background check will be discussed during the interview process.

About Jowat and our global presence:

The Jowat Group, a medium-sized, family-owned enterprise, is one of the top adhesive manufacturers around the world. Tradition and experience from over 100 years of corporate development allow us to serve as the leading company in adhesive technologies and innovations in numerous markets and areas of application. Our reputation as an innovative leader is made possible by the commitment and competence of our employees, the adhesive experts who always find the perfect solution for our customers. As a new member of the Jowat team, you will continue to advance our reputation by providing the optimal solutions to further the company’s goals.

Jowat Corporation was formed in High Point, North Carolina as a part of the global Jowat group in 1979. The High Point location serves as the headquarters for all operations in the Americas. The parent company, Jowat SE in Germany, was founded in 1919 and has a total of 7 manufacturing sites around the world.

With over 200 million pounds of adhesive produced each year, Jowat serves as one of the leading suppliers in the industry. Our products are used in a variety of applications, including woodworking, furniture manufacturing, paper and packaging, electrical, textile, automotive, and graphic art. A network of 23 sales organizations and various partners around the globe mean unparalleled service from the company. In the Americas, we employ around 225 people. Together, our talented teams drive growth in the industry through agility, collaboration, and innovation.