Product Manager (m/f/d) WCS Layer for our WMS Software SynQ - Swisslog Global

Swisslog Holding AG; Dortmund; Vor Ort; EUR 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in robotics seeks a Product Manager for the WCS layer of their warehouse management system, SynQ. This role involves defining product vision, ensuring integration with automation technologies, and driving customer-centric development. Ideal candidates have a background in UX design or computer science, and significant experience in logistics and product management.

Qualifikationen

• At least 5 years in product or project management in logistics or automation.
• Solid understanding of warehouse automation workflows and software-to-hardware integration.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (approx. 20%) to customer sites.

Aufgaben

• Define and evolve the product roadmap for the WCS layer.
• Ensure seamless integration between SynQ and automation technologies.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

Kenntnisse

Product Strategy

Technical Acumen

Communication

Agile Mindset

Ausbildung

Bachelor or Master degree in User Experience Design (UX/UXD), Computer Science, or related field

Tools

SAP EWM

Jobbeschreibung

Product Manager (m/f/d) WCS Layer for our WMS Software SynQ

Where do people love what they do, and being great at what they do?

At Swisslog, that’s where! Our teams are the heart of a world-leading Robotics company that’s harnessing the power of technology to shape the future of intralogistics. The result? We’re transforming performance and efficiency for customers across the globe, giving them the vital edge in their markets.

Join our innovative and passionate global software team at Swisslog, where we are revolutionizing warehouse management with our cutting-edge Warehouse Management System (WMS) software, SynQ. This way, our software product powers our physical products and solutions to drive the future of intralogistics.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Product Manager (m/f/d) to lead the development of the Warehouse Control System (WCS) layer within our SynQ software. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance of our WMS solution.

Responsibilities

• Own the WCS Product Vision: Define and evolve the roadmap for the WCS layer, aligning it with market needs and the overall WMS strategy.
• Bridge Tech and Operations: Translate complex technical requirements into clear product features, working closely with engineering, system architects, and automation experts.
• Drive Integration Excellence: Ensure smooth communication between SynQ and various automation technologies (e.g., conveyors, shuttles, robotics).
• Customer-Centric Development: Gather feedback from internal stakeholders and key customers to continuously improve product functionality and usability, with a clear focus on standardization. This includes delivering the WCS layer that creates material flow workflows seamlessly integrated with the WES (Warehouse Execution System) layer above and the execution sub-systems below (e.g., high bay ASRS, shuttles, conveyors, robots, and picking stations), which also involves mechatronics.
• Project Management: Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring timely and quality outcomes.
• Prioritize with Purpose: Manage the product backlog, make data-informed decisions, and balance short-term deliverables with long-term innovation.
• Support Go-to-Market: Collaborate with sales, marketing, and implementation teams to ensure successful product launches and customer onboarding.

Application Requirements

• Education: Bachelor or Master degree in User Experience Design (UX/UXD), Computer Science, Business Informatics with a focus on UX/UXD, or a related field.
• Proven Experience: At least 5 years in product or project management, ideally in logistics, automation, or enterprise software environments.
• Technical Acumen:
  • Solid understanding of warehouse automation workflows and software-to-hardware integration.
  • Knowledge of PLC / Controls functionality and how this technology is implemented/used within the overall automation workflow. Ability to discuss requirements and options with technical experts without direct programming.
  • Familiarity with SAP EWM is a plus, supporting collaboration with our SAP team to align WMS product roadmaps. Swisslog offers both SynQ and SAP EWM, aiming for cross-functional standardization.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to define product strategy and translate it into actionable development plans.
• Strong Communicator: Skilled at aligning diverse stakeholders—from developers to executives—with clear and concise communication.
• Agile Mindset: Comfortable working in agile environments and managing iterative product development cycles.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel occasionally (approx. 20%) to customer sites or Swisslog offices worldwide.