Product Management Specialist (Oil & Gas)

at  Prysmian Group

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year Prysmian manufacturers thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.
We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.
We are now looking for an
Product Management Specialist (Oil & Gas)
To join our team in Drammen, Norway. In this role, you will serve as a key technical focal point for products manufactured at our cable production facility, with a particular focus on the NEK606 cable standard for the Oil & Gas market. You will be responsible for impacting product development efforts, liaising between R&D and sales teams, and managing the product life cycle to ensure our offerings align with market needs. This position requires both strategic planning and hands-on execution, making it ideal for a driven individual who enjoys a vibrant technical environment.
You will play a pivotal role in developing product/service concepts in collaboration with customers and driving the go-to-market process across international teams. You will also provide vital technical sales support, oversee the approval and certification processes, and ensure continuous innovation and improvement of our product portfolio. We offer a challenging and rewarding role where your contributions directly impact our product offerings and market success. Drammen is Prysmian’s main hub for Oil & Gas products, and we introduce new solutions for our customers regularly. If you are passionate about product management and thrive in a technical environment, this might be the right role for you!

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical focal point for NEK606 products in Drammen, overseeing product offerings as part of the sales team.
• Act as the interface between R&D and sales to implement new and relevant products.
• Proactively develop product/service concepts with customers to support business growth.
• Manage the entire product life cycle, from strategic planning to tactical activities, ensuring a competitive product portfolio:
• Initiate changes and improvements when necessary.
• Drive product development processes across teams.
• Develop and implement go-to-market strategies.
• Collaborate with international product managers within Prysmian/Draka.
• Provide technical support during bidding activities, including data book preparation, quotation support, and market intelligence.
• Offer technical sales support, answering customer inquiries and handling capability-related questions.
• Conduct product training for sales teams and customers.
• Oversee product sourcing and global supply coordination.

Requirements

• Educational background in technical or commercial fields, preferably as an engineer or with a strong technical interest.
• Prior experience in installation or engineering within the Oil & Gas industry is preferred.
• Proven experience in product management throughout the entire product life cycle, ideally in an industrial setting.
• Fluency in Norwegian and English, both spoken and written.

Personal Qualities

• Independent and self-motivated, with a strong ability to work autonomously.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of liaising effectively across multiple disciplines.
• Skilled in connecting sales with R&D and development teams.
• Results-driven and goal-oriented.
• Innovative, motivated, and well-structured in your approach.
• Understanding of value-added sales and the importance of customer-centric product development.

We offer

• Support for career development such as professional programs and online courses.
• Car parking at the office and your own office.
• Mobile phone and monthly mobile coverage.
• Social and physical activities together with supportive colleagues (for example Prysmian Charity Challenge, Drammen Half marathon).
• Opportunity to participate in the Prysmian share scheme at a reduced rate.

We look forward to welcoming motivated individuals who are ready to contribute to our success and grow with us! Please leave your application by Sunday 3.11.
Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.
All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
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• Serve as the technical focal point for NEK606 products in Drammen, overseeing product offerings as part of the sales team.
• Act as the interface between R&D and sales to implement new and relevant products.
• Proactively develop product/service concepts with customers to support business growth.
• Manage the entire product life cycle, from strategic planning to tactical activities, ensuring a competitive product portfolio:
• Initiate changes and improvements when necessary.
• Drive product development processes across teams.
• Develop and implement go-to-market strategies.
• Collaborate with international product managers within Prysmian/Draka.
• Provide technical support during bidding activities, including data book preparation, quotation support, and market intelligence.
• Offer technical sales support, answering customer inquiries and handling capability-related questions.
• Conduct product training for sales teams and customers.
• Oversee product sourcing and global supply coordination