Chromatography Product Management Director

VRS Recruitment; Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes; Hybride; EUR 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Director of Product Management in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. This strategic role focuses on developing a high-value product portfolio in chromatography. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in product management within analytical instruments and be fluent in English. This position allows for hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in product management or marketing roles.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and deliver commercial results.
• Deep understanding of chromatography and spectroscopy markets.

Responsabilités

• Define the vision and roadmap for the product portfolio.
• Lead new product introduction initiatives.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends and growth opportunities.

Connaissances

Strategic Leadership

Product Lifecycle Management

Market Analysis

Team Management

Financial Acumen

Fluent English

Proficiency in French

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or Business

Master’s degree or MBA

Description du poste

Overview

Director of Product Management – Chromatography

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Director of Product Management & Marketing to lead the development and growth of a high-value product portfolio within the life sciences and analytical instrumentation space (chromatography, mass spectrometry).

This is a critical leadership role combining team management, product lifecycle ownership, commercial alignment, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver innovative and differentiated solutions for clients in pharmaceutical, environmental, chemical, and industrial sectors.

Responsibilities

Strategic Product Leadership

• Define the vision, roadmap, and go-to-market strategy for the product portfolio
• Develop and refine product value propositions based on customer insights and market trends
• Work closely with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to strengthen market engagement and adoption
• Ensure differentiation and alignment with business priorities, profitability goals, and market demands

Portfolio and Financial Management

• Lead new product introduction (NPI) initiatives and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
• Oversee product lifecycle and optimize portfolio performance
• Monitor revenue, margin, and ROI performance; report to senior leadership
• Align product decisions with corporate financial strategy and operational capabilities

Team and Cross-functional Leadership

• Manage a team of Product Managers and Technical Services professionals
• Partner with Sales, R&D, Operations, and Global Marketing to support commercial success
• Drive marketing strategy execution locally while collaborating with US-based global marketing leadership
• Ensure consistent messaging, effective tools, and cross-team alignment

Market Intelligence and Business Strategy

• Conduct market analysis to identify trends, risks, and growth opportunities
• Prioritize strategic initiatives and ensure alignment with revenue and cost objectives
• Define pricing strategies and commercial policies in collaboration with leadership
• Maintain strong engagement with internal stakeholders and customers

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or Business; a Master’s degree or MBA is preferred
• At least 10 years of experience in product management or marketing roles within analytical instruments, in particular chromatography & mass spectrometry
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and deliver commercial results
• Deep understanding of chromatography and spectroscopy markets and technologies
• Strong financial acumen, with experience managing revenue targets, pricing, and profitability
• Fluent in English; proficiency in French is a strong asset
• Ability to travel up to 25%, mostly within Europe

Why Join

This role offers the opportunity to take strategic ownership of a diverse and growing product portfolio, contribute to innovation in scientific instrumentation, and work alongside a global, collaborative team focused on delivering customer value.

Location: France (Hybrid)

To express your interest or learn more, feel free to connect or apply directly.

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