Software Product Manager

Talos Automation; Düsseldorf; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation technology firm in Düsseldorf is seeking a Product Manager for Intralogistics Software. This strategic role involves defining product direction, driving the roadmap for digital solutions, and translating market needs into actionable strategies. The ideal candidate has a technical degree and several years of B2B software product management experience, particularly in warehouse automation. Excellent communication skills in English and German are required, along with a willingness to travel internationally. Join a dynamic team focused on innovation.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, computer science, or equivalent experience.
• Several years managing complex B2B software products.
• Strong understanding of agile methods and release planning.
• Confident communicator with senior stakeholders.
• Experience evaluating MVPs and business cases; communicates with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the product strategy and roadmap for digital software solutions.
• Translate market trends and customer needs into product priorities.
• Guide cross-functional teams from concept to launch.
• Support product commercialization and internal enablement activities.
• Shape vision, positioning, and go-to-market strategy; guide cross-functional teams.

Skills

Market-driven mindset

Strong communication skills

Customer focus

Agile methodologies

Travel willingness

Technical background in engineering/CS

Education

Degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience

Tools

Software development practices

Job description

Product Manager – Intralogistics Software

Full-time

Role Overview

One of our key customers is investing in the next generation of its digital solutions, evolving from an established software product into a broader, integrated portfolio designed to set new standards within its industry.

To support this transformation, we are seeking a Product Manager with a strong market and customer focus. This is not a traditional Product Owner role, but a strategic position that serves as the interface between the market and the development organization. The role shapes product direction by translating customer needs, industry trends, and business objectives into clear priorities and roadmaps, ensuring the right value is delivered at the right time.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the product strategy and roadmap for multiple digital software solutions.
• Translate market trends, customer needs, and business goals into clear product priorities.
• Evaluate new product opportunities based on customer value, feasibility, and commercial impact.
• Act as the strategic interface between customers, sales, service, and development teams.
• Shape product vision, positioning, and go-to-market strategy.
• Guide cross-functional teams across the product lifecycle, from concept to launch.
• Validate solutions through prototypes, MVPs, and pilot customer engagements.
• Support commercialization, product launches, and internal enablement activities.
• Contribute to improved product performance and more efficient commissioning and start-up processes.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in a technical discipline (e.g. engineering, computer science) or equivalent professional experience.
• Several years of experience managing complex B2B software products, ideally in warehouse automation, industrial systems, or similar technology-driven environments.
• Strong understanding of software development practices, including architecture, agile methods, and release planning.
• Market- and customer-driven mindset with the ability to translate real-world challenges into scalable solutions.
• Experience evaluating business cases, MVPs, and proof-of-concept initiatives.
• Confident communicator, comfortable working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Very good English and German skills; additional languages are an advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally on a limited basis.