As part of the product management team, the Product Manager will be focused on automation technology and systems associated with assembly solutions. The ideal candidate will have advanced manufacturing and industrial automation experience in the tools, equipment, and automation product category. The role is a part of a growing, global team and will work within the global product management team to drive measurable results and improvements .
Specific Duties and Responsibilities New Product Development:
Gathering product requirements and voice-of-customer, prioritizing feature implementations, evaluating competitive product / market and improving overall user experience
Follow and analyze market trends, technologies and competition to position products
Business case development and return on investment calculations on projects
New product development gated processes and workflows
Technical and customer feedback on new product development and customer needs
Work with cross functional teams to manage product lifecycle
Product launch programs - internal, external and post-launch activities for effective and productive results
Act as a key representative of the business for the assigned product responsibility during development as the functional requirements are developed
Product / Project Management:
Translate technical details into benefits for the user
Effective prioritization of features that align with the best possible user and company value
Work with various teams (design, content, acquisition, product, sales) to implement growth strategies
Product portfolio strategies to prioritize and advocate for product line needs
Support marketing team with the creation of sales tools, content creation, and overall product marketing plan
Tracking of project initiatives and deliverables. Tracking and metrics to achieve results
General requirements:
Excellent analytical and data analysis skills
Strong time management skills
Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing publications.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Education Required
4-year degree engineering is preferred, or equivalent years of experience
Experience Required
Knowledge of complex systems and the interconnectivity between mechanics, machine control and software
Industrial assembly equipment and automation system (material handling / welding / cutting / etc.) experience required
Minimum of 5+ years' experience as a Senior Product Manager and / or Project Manager role
Excellent communication, presentation, and written skills
Proven work experience in a cross functional environment with successful results
Desired Skills
Successful track record in leading projects with adherence to cost / timing and constraints.
Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills.
Ability to lead and negotiate solutions that balance technical capability and cost / timing in accordance with business need.
Commanding / efficient communication and interpersonal skills with ability to manage diverse internal and external customers, co-workers and varying levels of management.
Excellent conflict resolution and active listening skills required.
Highly self-motivated with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage changing priorities.
Leads by example with respect and integrity.
Working knowledge in MS Office excellent Excel skills a plus
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
Project management skills a plus
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