- Develop and execute global product strategies to achieve business objectives, including defining and realising the portfolio strategy.
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and trends.
- Collaborate with R&D, engineering, marketing, and sales teams to ensure successful product development and launch.
- Manage the product lifecycle from concept to end-of-life, ensuring alignment with market needs and company goals.
- Define product requirements, specifications, and roadmaps, including customer requirement specifications for new products.
- Lead product development projects, including customer visits and customer process management.
- Manage product launches and phase-outs, controlling new releases in SAP.
- Execute product training and monitor product market performance.
- Provide competitive intelligence and specify product-related communication and sales marketing requirements.
- Support global markets with technical, commercial, and strategic assistance, including customer and regional visits.
- Manage product content within the portal and create content for circular letters.
- Attend regular global function reviews, such as team meetings and warranty returns meetings.
- Proven experience as a Product Manager in a manufacturing environment, preferably within a global matrix organisation.
- Strong understanding of global markets and product management best practices.
- Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional communication and leadership abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional, and multicultural environment.
- Willingness to travel internationally as needed.