Job Description Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Product Manager of X to join our team and play a pivotal role in the development and success of our product offerings. As a Product Manager, you will be responsible defining product strategies and ensuring the delivery of high-quality technologies that meet customer needs and drive business growth.
Key Responsibilities
?Leads commercial viability for their line of products including fiscal performance, technical performance, lifecycle management, and strategic planning. Responsible for driving toll gate process and on time delivery TG 00 to TG 90.
?Commercial Ownership – Oversees fiscal performance for his/her line of products. Understands & reports against order intake, revenue, margin (as sold & as-executed), win/loss/drop analysis, etc. Collaborates on market-based pricing strategies that consider the value of the respective product line. Supports regional sales & solution development teams to drive commercial success for product lines.
?Product Strategy – Develops & communicates a clear and compelling product vision & strategy. Defines product goals, objectives and key results to align with Dematic’s overall vision and the customer Value Proposition. Leads the development of new business plans, managing lifecycles, quality control and product positioning in the marketplace. Creates and maintains a well-defined product roadmap that outlines the delivery schedule and milestones. Adapts the roadmap to changing market conditions and business priorities. Prioritizes development activities related to their product lines. Supports the integration of product lines into larger solutions.
?Market Analysis – Leverages market data, competitive insights, and industry analytics to ensure the commercial viability and long-term success of product lines.
?Product Development – Partners with R&D / engineering teams to support the development process, ensuring the timely and efficient development of new products, as well as the sustainment of existing products.
?Customer Engagement – Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers and customer facing teams to collect feedback to drive product improvement. Act as a customer advocate within the organization.
?Product Launch – Partners with Marketing and Communications to drive successful product launches, including marketing strategies, documentation, and customer training. Coordinates with the sales and marketing teams to ensure a successful market introduction. Partners with solution development for delivery and artifacts.
?Responsible for product cycle time, delivering the product on budget in alignment with the original business case and product road map.
?Responsible for Operating Cadence for product development and deliver and driving communication including risk analysis and escalation.
?Responsible for supporting trade shows Trade Shows with their product and participating in the marketing efforts for it.
?Responsible for STRAP and AOP inputs.
Skills & Capabilities：
?Strong abilities in Project Management including proven experience managing complex projects cross functionally
?Strong strategic business background to drive the commercial performance of product lines
?Solid technical background and the ability to understand complex technical concepts
?Understands the integration of hardware, controls and software (preferred)
?Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
?Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies
?A strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and a customer-centric approach
?Ability to prioritize and make decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
?Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Experience Desired
?Proven experience as a Product Manager
?Experience in the material handling industry with a proficiency in understanding the supply chain industry as a whole (preferred)
Education & Certifications
?Bachelor of Science, Engineering or technical field required
?Masters of Business or Doctorate of Science preferred
?PMP or 5 years of direct project management preferred.
Additional Job Description
?Willingness to travel up to 25%, customer sites and meaningful collaboration.
?Ability to wear safety shoes, hard hat, and appropriate PPE for site visits.
?Ability to stand for a standard 8-hour workday.
?Ability to sit for extended periods.
?Ability to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally.
?Ability to use office equipment such as computers, printers, and telephones.