VIE: Junior Product Manager Exterior Sun Protections - Germany (M/F)

SOMFY Group; Rottenburg am Neckar; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global automation leader is seeking a Junior Product Manager for Exterior Sun Protections in Rottenburg am Neckar. You'll be responsible for product portfolio management, requiring strong analytical skills and familiarity with Excel and Powerpoint. Experience in product management is preferred, while marketing experience is noteworthy. Fluency in English and basic German is essential. This position offers the chance to work on innovative projects within a dynamic international team, ensuring professional growth.

Qualifikationen

• Technical affinities and interest in connected products.
• Experience in marketing appreciated.
• Fluent in English and basic German required.

Aufgaben

• Conduct market needs analysis and business cases.
• Manage product portfolio from specification to launch.
• Coordinate product launch and phase-out.
• Test and qualify new products for specific applications.

Kenntnisse

Curiosity

Analytical mind

Proactivity

Ausbildung

Bac+5 in Business, Marketing or Engineering

Tools

Excel

Powerpoint

Canva

Jobbeschreibung

VIE: Junior Product Manager Exterior Sun Protections - Germany (M/F)

• Full-time

Welcome to SOMFY!

As a globally recognized leader in the automation of windows and doors, SOMFY is dedicated to transforming homes into smart, connected environments. Our mission goes beyond simple technology; we strive to inspire innovative and sustainable living solutions that enhance comfort while reducing energy consumption and carbon footprints.

At SOMFY, innovation and sustainability are at the core of our values. We offer numerous opportunities for professional growth and development, fostering a culture that emphasizes internal mobility and diversity. Explore our various job openings and consider how your skills and passion can contribute to our vision of living better

Exterior sun protection business stands out for its very strong dynamism and proved to be a long‑term trend. SOMFY responds with innovative solutions that integrates controls, sensors, motorized sun protections such as rolling shutters and screens, as well as smart home equipment.

For our Exterior business, and attached to the Offer Marketing Manager Team Leader, we are looking for a:

for the markets in Germany/ Switzerland / Austria, for specific Exterior projects (especially in the fields of motorized sun protections, controls and sensors) in close connection with our central R&D and Marketing in France.

Your main missions will be:

• Market needs analysis and business case frame for innovations
• Management of the Product Portfolio according to our standard process from specification phase to product launch and product phase-out
• Product specification in early project phase (with customers, Somfy International, etc.)
• Preparation and global coordination of the product launch in project modus (including sales team, marketing communication, training center, logistics, etc.)
• Planning and coordination of product phase-out
• Test and qualification of new products (German specific applications) during the different project phases (until serial life)
• Smart Services and Connected Solutions compatibility management
• Strong links with France.

Why joining this mission?

You will have the opportunity to:

• Gain experience in product management by working on your own projects (2 to 3 projects)
• Develop your adaptation skills by working on a large product portfolio and on several brands
• Be at the heart of the subsidiary's interactions
• Work in an international environment
• Join a dynamic team that's eager to support your growth

Bac+5 (Business / Marketing / Engineering)

Technical affinities and interest in connected products.

Experience in product management is not mandatory but a previous experience in marketing would be appreciated: intern, part-time student or first job

Excel: good level (prices, forecasts), Powerpoint: very good level, Canva would be a benefit,

Soft skills: curiosity, agile, analytical mind, proactive.

Fluent in English and basic German required.

It's a great environment to improve your level in German, with colleagues willing to help you progress and are used to welcoming VIEs!

Location: Rottenburg am Neckar, 50 km from Stuttgart (possibility of living there if you have a car).

Period: Position to be filled 1st Quarter 2026

Duration: 12 to 18 months

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