Product Manager - Battery Systems (m/f/d)

Eleo; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Opportunities for personal and professional development

Dynamic work environment

Collaborative team spirit

Competitive employment conditions

Zusammenfassung

Join a leading company in the electrification sector as a Product Manager for Battery Systems. You will oversee innovative battery technology projects, managing their lifecycle from concept to implementation while collaborating with global teams. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable off-highway machinery and drive product vision aligned with market demands.

Qualifikationen

• 5–7 years of experience as a Product Manager or similar.
• Proven track record managing large projects and leading international teams.
• Deep understanding of lithium-ion systems and safety standards.

Aufgaben

• Develop a competitive high-voltage traction battery product roadmap.
• Manage the portfolio of battery projects, ensuring they meet milestones.
• Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and marketing.

Kenntnisse

Project Management

Battery Technologies

Market Analysis

Team Leadership

Presentation Skills

Negotiation Skills

Ausbildung

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Product Manager - Battery Systems (m/f/d)

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What You Will Do

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for electrification and cutting-edge battery technologies? Do you thrive at the intersection of innovation, engineering, and market strategy? Ready to shape the future of sustainable off-highway machinery in a global, cross-functional environment? Then this is your next big move.

We’re looking for a visionary Product Manager - Battery Systems to join our Strategy Department. As the Product Manager for Battery Systems, you will oversee all aspects of battery technology projects within ELU’s (Electrification Unit of Yanmar) groundbreaking electric off-highway machines. Your role involves managing the lifecycle of battery systems, from concept and development to implementation and performance optimization. Collaborating with global teams in Japan and the Netherlands, you will ensure our battery solutions meet high standards of innovation, safety, and efficiency. You will be the strategic leader driving product vision, aligning it with Yanmar's mission to lead the off-highway electrification market, and ensuring our products meet market demands.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develop a competitive high-voltage traction battery product roadmap for off-highway electrification.
• Manage the portfolio of battery projects, ensuring they meet milestones, budgets, and strategic goals.
• Work with multiple stakeholder teams, translating customer and feature needs into requirements.
• Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and marketing to deliver successful battery products.
• Align strategies with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze market trends to improve the roadmap (technology, market share, benchmarking).
• Support procurement decisions, including cell chemistry and vendor selection.
• Assist marketing activities like sales promotions, advertising, and content creation.
• Operate independently, establishing yourself as a key stakeholder and topic leader.
• Develop product and technology roadmaps for high-voltage traction batteries in the European off-highway segment.
• Monitor KPIs, profit and loss to meet business and profitability targets.
• Create battery recycling and circularity concepts.
• Drive technology push via product and portfolio management.
• Define product strategies for new and existing markets.
• Benchmark standards and execution.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience as a Product Manager or similar, ideally in automotive, commercial, or off-highway sectors.
• Proven track record managing large projects and leading international teams.
• Deep understanding of battery technologies, lithium-ion systems, thermal management, and safety standards.
• Degree in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics engineering.
• Experience with product development, business case analysis, P&L, and financial reporting.
• Strong team player with flexibility, capable of working in international teams.
• Excellent presentation and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in MS Office tools.
• International experience is a plus.
• Fluent in English; Japanese or German skills are a plus.
• Willingness to travel 25–35% domestically and internationally.

What We Offer You

Our Culture & Values: At ELU, we prioritize people, fostering an inclusive environment where individuality is valued. We promote respect, equality, collaboration, and open communication, encouraging creativity and professional growth. Our values of efficiency, reliability, and innovation guide our work and products.

Our Benefits: We offer a dynamic environment where you can grow, thrive, and make a difference, with opportunities for personal and professional development.

What You Can Expect

• A meaningful role in a forward-thinking organization,
• A supportive team with a collaborative spirit,
• Competitive employment conditions,
• Opportunities for growth and development.

Interested?

Join us on our journey. Apply now with your CV — we look forward to meeting you!

About Us

Eleo aims to be a leading off-highway battery pack specialist, backed by Yanmar. Our solutions drive towards net-zero emissions, paving the way for a sustainable future. We are a fast-growing, innovative, and collaborative company committed to making a difference in electrification and sustainability. Join us to help create a cleaner, electrified future.