Product Manager

ACS Executive Search & Coaching; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sensor technology is seeking a Product Manager to oversee the product portfolio from design to delivery. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in product management, particularly in gas detection or sensor technologies, and will be responsible for market research, product roadmaps, and collaboration with various teams. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits including private medical insurance, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

8% pension contributions

Private medical insurance (AXA)

Life assurance (4x salary)

Discretionary bonus

On-site perks: free lunches, parking

Annual Christmas getaway

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product management, preferably in gas detection or sensor technologies.
• Strong technical knowledge of sensors and related applications.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire sensor product portfolio, from design to delivery.
• Conduct market research and create business cases for new products.
• Collaborate with R&D and Operations to deliver projects on time.

Skills

Product Management

Technical Knowledge of Sensors

Communication Skills

Planning Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Data Analysis

Job description

Job vacancy - Product Manager

Position: Product Manager

Reference: EDacs1589

Location: Cambridge

Salary: Dependent on experience

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage the entire sensor product portfolio, from design to delivery
2. Conduct market research, feasibility studies, and create business cases for new products
3. Develop and maintain product roadmaps and Market Requirements Specifications (MRS)
4. Collaborate with R&D, Project Management, and Operations to deliver projects on time and within budget
5. Provide training and technical support to global sales teams and distribution partners
6. Oversee sensor technical support and customer service performance
7. Lead competitive analysis and help create product collateral (manuals, datasheets, videos, etc.)
8. Develop and implement go-to-market strategies, including beta trials and early adopter programs
9. Monitor industry trends, regulations, and innovations to keep ION competitive

Required Skills & Experience

1. Proven experience in product management (preferably in gas detection or sensor technologies)
2. Strong technical knowledge of sensors and related applications
3. Excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving skills
4. Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
5. Commercially aware with strong data analysis and decision-making capabilities
6. Familiar with market drivers such as legislation and technology trends

Benefits

1. 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
2. 8% pension contributions
3. Private medical insurance (AXA)
4. Life assurance (4x salary), discretionary bonus, sick pay
5. On-site perks: free lunches, parking, bike scheme, car share, early Friday finishes
6. Annual Christmas getaway and long-service awards

ACS are recruiting for a Product Manager. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement, please submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Product Manager. Including a covering letter outlining your experience can enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the role.