Product Manager - Cables ( Industrial Communication)

Flintex Consulting Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm in Singapore is looking for a Product Manager to oversee the lifecycle of industrial communication products, manage product launches, and innovate to meet customer needs. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in product management, particularly within the electrical component sector. Strong collaborative skills and a background in engineering are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years product management experience from an electrical component background.
• Strong technical and strategic knowledge in the cable and connectors industry.
• Experience in MNCs working with local, regional and global teams.

Responsibilities

• Steer product launches and manage product lifecycle.
• Conduct market and competitive analysis.
• Innovate to solve customer problems and integrate new technologies.
• Align regional/local objectives with global strategies.
• Monitor product performance and drive continuous improvements.

Skills

Product management

Market analysis

Collaboration

Technical knowledge in cables

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Job description

Product Manager - Cables ( Industrial Communication)

The product manager oversees the entire product lifecycle, aligning regional objectives with global strategies for their industrial communication category. The role informs global strategies with local market trends and ensures the global portfolio meets local needs. Key responsibilities include collaborating with regional and global leadership to define target market pricing, implement profitability measures, and coordinate pricing strategies.

The Product Manager for Connectors & Cable Management, which consists of Low Voltage Connectors, Data Connectors, Cable Glands, Conduits, Labelling systems, has a key role to define and execute product line strategy in the cable accessories vertical with a view to improve revenue, profitability, and increase customer base for the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Steer product launches and manage product lifecycle (PLC).
• Conduct market and competitive analysis, and translate input into product requirements, as well as define product‑specific strategies and target market pricing.
• Innovate to solve customer problems, integrate new technologies and build a comprehensive business concept for new product development.
• Align regional/local objectives with global strategies and collaborate with Sales & Cluster Managers.
• Develop and manage product roadmaps and the 5‑Year Integrated Roadmap (5YIR).
• Monitor product performance, gather customer feedback, and drive continuous improvements.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams (engineering, design, sales) to ensure product feasibility, quality, and compliance.
• Manage product documentation, specifications, and training/support materials for sales teams.

Competences Required

• Core Technology & Innovation Competences.
• Functional & Software Expertise.
• Decision‑Making Competences & Entrepreneurial Competences (Strategic Thinking).
• Goal & Result Orientation.
• Training & Facilitation Competences.
• Creativity & ability to think outside the box, foresighted thinking & action.
• Strategic planning and prioritization.
• Data‑driven analysis and insights.
• Balancing customer needs with business goals.
• Risk assessment and mitigation.
• Cross‑functional collaboration and alignment.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in Electrical/Industrial Engineering.
• 8–10 years product management experience from an electrical component background.
• Strong technical and strategic knowledge in the cable and connectors industry.
• Experience in MNCs working with local, regional and global teams.
• A collaborator with strong writing, presenting and communication skills.