Product Manager

Jobaaj Com; Navi Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobaaj Com in Navi Mumbai seeks a dynamic Product Manager for Industrial Automation to drive the growth of our automation portfolio. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with commercial acumen across PLC, HMI, servo systems, motion control, and IIoT solutions.

You will lead product strategies, engage customers, and coordinate with engineering and marketing to launch new offerings. Prior PM, technical sales, or business development experience in automation is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/ Electronics/ Instrumentation/ Mechatronics or related field.
• MBA in Marketing/Operations is a plus.
• Experience in product management, technical sales, or business development within automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute product strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Drive business growth through new customer acquisition and expansion of existing accounts.
• Prepare annual business plans, product roadmaps, and revenue forecasts.
• Identify emerging market trends, customer needs, and competitive opportunities.
• Conduct technical discussions with OEMs, machine builders, system integrators, and customers.
• Recommend automation solutions based on application requirements and deliver demos.
• Prepare techno-commercial proposals and participate in negotiations.
• Build long-term relationships with customers and partners; provide technical guidance.
• Coordinate with engineering, marketing, and service teams for launches.
• Maintain sales pipelines, CRM records, and monthly/quarterly reports.

Skills

Product management

Technical sales

Customer engagement

Market development

CRM proficiency

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/ Electronics/ Instrumentation/ Mechatronics

MBA in Marketing/Operations (advantage)

Tools

PLC

HMI

Servo drives

Motion control

Industrial IoT gateways

Industrial communication protocols

Automation control systems

CRM software

Job description

SUMMARY

We are seeking a dynamic and technically competent Product Manager Industrial Automation to drive the growth of our automation product portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise along with commercial acumen in industrial automation products including PLC, HMI, Servo Systems, Motion Control, and Industrial IoT solutions.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related discipline.

MBA (Marketing/Operations) will be an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE

Product Management & Business Development

• Develop and execute product strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Drive business growth through new customer acquisition and expansion of existing accounts.
• Prepare annual business plans, product roadmaps, and revenue forecasts.
• Identify emerging market trends, customer needs, and competitive opportunities.

Technical Sales & Solution Consulting

• Conduct technical discussions with OEMs, machine builders, system integrators, and industrial customers.
• Recommend appropriate automation solutions based on application requirements.
• Deliver product demonstrations, technical presentations, and proof-of-concept sessions.
• Prepare techno-commercial proposals and participate in contract negotiations.

Customer Engagement

• Build long-term relationships with key customers and strategic partners.
• Provide technical guidance during pre-sales and post-sales activities.
• Conduct product training programs for customers, channel partners, and internal sales teams.
• Ensure exceptional customer satisfaction through proactive engagement.

Product & Market Development

• Monitor industry developments and competitor activities.
• Gather customer feedback and recommend product enhancements.
• Coordinate with engineering, marketing, and service teams for successful product launches.
• Support marketing initiatives including seminars, exhibitions, webinars, and technical events.

Reporting & Performance Management

• Maintain accurate sales pipelines and CRM records.
• Prepare monthly business reports, sales forecasts, and management presentations.
• Track key performance metrics and recommend improvement strategies.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• PLC
• HMI
• Servo Drives & Motion Control
• Industrial IoT Gateways
• Industrial Communication Protocols
• Automation Control Systems
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Strong techno-commercial negotiation skills
• Customer relationship management
• Strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving
• CRM software proficiency
• Project coordination and stakeholder management
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

EXPERIENCE

37 years of experience in Product Management, Technical Sales, or Business Development within the Industrial Automation industry. Experience handling products such as PLC, HMI, Servo Systems, Motion Control, or Industrial IoT solutions. Experience working with OEMs, machine builders, system integrators, and industrial customers is highly desirable.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIS)

Achievement of Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Sales Targets New Customer Acquisition Product Revenue Growth Customer Retention & Satisfaction Lead-to-Order Conversion Ratio Forecast Accuracy Market Share Growth Successful Product Launches CRM Data Accuracy and Reporting Compliance

PREFERRED INDUSTRY BACKGROUND

Industrial Automation Factory Automation Motion Control PLC & HMI Solutions Servo Drives Robotics Machine Builders CNC Automation Industrial IoT Process Automation