Senior Product Manager, Fixed Case and Tote Storage (m/w/d)

Overview

We’re excited to be on the lookout for an experienced Product Manager at Dematic for Fixed Case and Tote Storage, focusing on Shuttle and Ultra-High Density Storage technologies. This role is part of our global team and plays a pivotal role in the development and success of our product offerings.

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Responsibilities

• Define product strategies, align cross-functional teams, and ensure the delivery of high-quality technologies that meet customer needs and drive business growth.
• Lead commercial viability for your line of products including fiscal performance, technical performance, lifecycle management, and strategic planning. Responsible for driving toll gate process and on time delivery TG 00 to TG 90.
• Commercial Ownership – Oversee fiscal performance for your line of products. Understand & report against order intake, revenue, margin (as sold & as executed), win/loss/drop analysis, etc. Collaborate on market-based pricing strategies that consider the value of the respective product line. Support regional sales & solution development teams to drive commercial success for product lines.
• Product Strategy – Develop & communicate a clear and compelling product vision & strategy. Define product goals, objectives, and key results to align with Dematic’s overall vision and the customer Value Proposition. Lead the development of new business plans, managing lifecycles, quality control and product positioning in the marketplace. Create and maintain a well-defined product roadmap that outlines the delivery schedule and milestones. Adapt the roadmap to changing market conditions and business priorities. Prioritize development activities related to your product lines. Support the integration of product lines into larger solutions.
• Market Analysis – Leverage market data, competitive insights, and industry analytics to ensure the commercial viability and long-term success of product lines.
• Product Development – Partner with R&D / engineering teams to support the development process, ensuring the timely and efficient development of new products, as well as the sustainment of existing products.
• Customer Engagement – Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers and customer-facing teams to collect feedback to drive product improvement. Act as a customer advocate within the organization.
• Product Launch – Partner with Marketing and Communications to drive successful product launches, including marketing strategies, documentation, and customer training. Coordinate with the sales and marketing teams to ensure a successful market introduction. Partner with solution development for delivery and artifacts.
• Responsible for product cycle time, delivering the product on budget in alignment with the original business case and product road map.
• Responsible for Operating Cadence for product development and deliver, and driving communication including risk analysis and escalation.
• Responsible for supporting Trade Shows with your product and participating in the marketing efforts for it.
• Responsible for STRAP and AOP inputs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Product Manager. Experience with Shuttle and Ultra-High Density Storage technologies is highly preferred.
• Experience in the Material Handling industry with a proficiency in understanding the supply chain industry is highly preferred.
• Strong abilities in Project Management including proven experience managing complex projects cross-functionally. Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Strong strategic business background to drive the commercial performance of product lines.
• Solid technical background and the ability to understand complex technical concepts.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• A strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and a customer-centric approach.
• Ability to prioritize and make decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding the integration of hardware, controls, and software (preferred).
• Educated to degree level (bachelor’s degree or higher) in Science, Engineering, or other technical field. Masters of Business or Doctorate of Science preferred.
• PMP or 5 years of direct project management preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%, customer sites and meaningful collaboration.