Product Manager

TE Connectivity; Bensheim; Vor Ort; EUR 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global technology leader in Bensheim is seeking a Product Manager to lead the Automotive Heat Shrink Tubing product portfolio. The ideal candidate will have excellent business acumen and 3+ years of product-oriented experience. This role involves market research, product lifecycle management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Leistungen

Competitive Salary

Performance Bonuses

Health & Wellness Incentives

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Community Outreach & Charity Events

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years of product-oriented experience or 1-3 years in Product Management.
• Ability to engage comfortably with senior management.
• Proven experience in leading product lifecycle.

Aufgaben

• Lead product portfolio and develop a holistic vision.
• Research market trends and competitive landscape.
• Prepare financial analyses for new product launches.

Kenntnisse

Commercial understanding

Entrepreneurial thinking

Excellent communication skills

Strategic thinking

Team-oriented

Ausbildung

4-year technical or business degree

Jobbeschreibung

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview:

This position is for a Product Manager within the Seal, Protect & Switch team, focusing on the Automotive Heat Shrink Tubing product portfolio.
The Product Manager will lead this portfolio and develop a holistic vision across value drivers with a focus on the EMEA region.
This role involves managing all aspects of the product lines, from new product development to manufacturing, pricing, and marketing. Collaboration with Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Marketing teams is essential for cross-functional alignment and successful execution of the product roadmap.

Key Responsibilities:

Market Sensing & Strategy Development

1. Research market trends, demand drivers, customer needs, and competitive landscape across regions. Support go-to-market strategies.
2. Collaborate with R&D and operations to develop new products meeting current and future customer requirements.
3. Develop the Product Business Plan.
4. Manage the product lifecycle through trend analysis.
5. Assist in developing the annual operating plan (Sales and gross margin).
6. Work cross-functionally and cross-BU to meet sales, technology, and operational goals aligned with financial targets.

Execution - New Product Development, Launch, Post-Launch

1. Prepare financial analyses for new product launches and lead PAC discussions for G1 and G2 opportunities.
2. Gather product specifications and attributes for marketing materials, including e-catalogs.
3. Contribute to demand forecasting for the S&OP process and support cross-BU S&OP activities.
4. Perform pricing analyses for catalog updates or special requests.

Global Product Strategy Alignment

1. Lead and participate in global strategy initiatives.
2. Drive portfolio decisions to enhance efficiency and margins based on global strategy.
3. Optimize the global portfolio considering localization, transfers, and product pruning based on customer needs.
4. Focus on expanding existing portfolio through sales and customer reviews, emphasizing distribution.
5. Lead innovation discussions based on new market needs and customer requirements.

Background and Requirements:

Position Requirements:

• Strong business acumen, with good commercial and process understanding.
• 3+ years of product-oriented experience or 1-3 years in Product Management or Strategy.
• 4-year technical or business degree required; advanced degree or P&L management experience preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

• Entrepreneurial thinking.
• High motivation, assertiveness, and self-starter attitude.
• Team-oriented with ability to meet deadlines and targets.
• Strategic thinker with execution capability.
• Excellent communication, relationship, and presentation skills.
• Comfortable engaging with senior management.

Core Competencies:

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

What TE Connectivity Offers:

We provide an attractive total package that can be tailored to individual needs, emphasizing employee well-being:

• Competitive Salary
• Performance Bonuses
• Health & Wellness Incentives
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Community Outreach & Charity Events
• Employee Resource Groups

Benefits vary across global sites and business units, supported by TE or external providers.