Job description:
Vienna or Leoben (Other European locations also possible) | Part time/Full time
Your position
As Global Product Coordinator (GPC) for RHI Magnesita's magnesite (MU) and dolomite (DU) based product portfolio, you will drive product strategies, manage the full product lifecycle, and support new product integration from mergers and acquisitions. Acting as a key technical interface between R&D, sales, marketing, and global functions, you will coordinate cross-functional projects and provide expert consultation. Your role includes resolving technical issues, reducing portfolio complexity, and supporting global market rollouts. With up to 20% travel, you will contribute to innovation, product development, and ensure alignment across regions through a holistic, value-driven approach to portfolio management.
Your tasks
* Managing and governing the global product portfolio across all lifecycle stages, including integration from mergers and acquisitions, ensuring alignment with business strategy.
* Leading and supporting new product introductions, product lifecycle activities, and portfolio analyses in close collaboration with marketing, sales, plants, R&D, and global product management (GPR/GPS).
* Providing technical expertise for troubleshooting, customer complaint resolution, and process optimization, while supporting operations, sales, and marketing with training and technical input.
* Acting as a key interface between strategic and operational stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and cooperation across all hierarchy levels and global functions.
* Promoting the use of digital and AI tools, contributing to IP decisions including patents and licensing, and supporting product and technology development projects with internal and external experts.
* Gathering and analyzing customer and competitor feedback, presenting new developments internally and externally, and supporting marketing efforts through material preparation and market insights.
Profile description:
Your profile
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with an assertive, structured, and proactive approach
* Master's degree in Mechanical, Ceramic, Materials, or Metallurgical Engineering
* Several years of experience in technical marketing and/or application of refractory products in the steel industry
* Solid technical understanding of basic mixes applications, supported by strong project management skills applied in technically complex environments
Languages:
English (proficient) - skilled in technical and professional communication
Nice to have:
Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software
We offer:
Our offer
The annual gross salary for this full-time position starts at €78,000.00, with a competitive package based on qualifications, experience, and market values.
Flexibility
: Possibility of up to 50% home office and flexible, trust-based working hours
Mobility
: Annual public transport pass (Wiener Linien)
Health
: Sponsorship of sporting events, platform for mental & physical health (Mavie)
Plus
: Our own café and daily food allowance for numerous restaurants (Europlaza), corporate benefits platform
In addition to these local benefits for Vienna, we also offer you many global benefits.
Do you want to take the next step?
Please apply
online in English
, as applications by e-mail cannot be considered for data protection reasons. Here you can find all the details about our application process.
At RHI Magnesita, everyone is welcome
We embrace diversity in all forms and evaluate applications solely based on qualifications and experience. If you share our passion for shaping tomorrow's world, we'd love to hear from you, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We also actively encourage individuals with disabilities to submit their application.
Do you have more questions?
Verena Peinsipp (Talent Acquisition Partner)
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About RHI Magnesita
As the global leader in refractories, we supply advanced products, technologies and services essential for high-temperature industrial processes in sectors such as steel, cement, and glass. With around 20,000 employees and production sites across the globe, we are committed to fostering innovation, sustainability, and market leadership. By leading the industry in reducing emissions and supporting our customers' transitions to greener solutions, we are shaping tomorrow's world.
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