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

Dematic; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 162,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Competitive Compensation

Pay Transparency

Global Opportunities

Job summary

Dematic is seeking an expert Product Manager for Fixed Case and Tote Storage, focusing on Shuttle and Ultra‑High Density Storage technologies. This role is part of our distributed team and drives development and success of our storage product offerings.

You will define product strategies, align cross‑functional teams, and ensure on‑time delivery while managing lifecycle, pricing, and market launch activities. Travel up to 25% to customer sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Product Manager with Shuttle and UHD storage tech preferred.
• Strong understanding of lifecycle management, pricing, and market launches.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive commercial success.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lifecycle and performance of your product line to drive commercial success.
• Lead toll gate process from TG 00 to TG 90 and ensure on-time delivery.
• Own fiscal performance: order intake, revenue, margin reporting; support pricing strategies.
• Develop and communicate a clear product strategy and roadmap aligned with the value proposition.
• Collaborate with R&D and engineering to deliver new and sustain existing products.
• Engage with customers and internal teams to collect feedback and drive improvements.
• Coordinate product launches with Marketing and Sales; support market introduction.
• Ensure delivery within budget and manage communication on risks and concerns.
• Support trade shows, STRAP and AOP inputs.

Skills

Product management

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Project management

Market analysis

Customer focus

Travel up to 25%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering

MBA or PhD preferred

PMP certification

Job description

We’re excited to be on the lookout for an expert 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 distributed team and plays a pivotal role in the development and success of our product offerings.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for defining product strategies, aligning cross‑functional teams, and ensuring the delivery of high‑quality technologies that meet customer needs and drive business growth.

We offer:

• Career Development
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits
• Pay Transparency
• Global Opportunities

Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $111,000‑$162,800 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Tasks and Qualifications:

What will you do in this role?

• Oversee the financial and technical performance, as well as lifecycle management, of your product line to drive commercial success. Responsible for driving toll gate process and on time delivery TG 00 to TG 90.
• Commercial Ownership – Lead all aspects of fiscal performance for your line of products. Understand & report on order intake, revenue, margin (as sold & as driven), 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. Take charge of leading all aspects of developing business strategies, coordinating life cycles, ensuring quality, and positioning products in the marketplace. Develop and manage a clearly defined product roadmap that outlines the delivery schedule and breakthroughs. Adapt the roadmap to changing market conditions and business priorities. Prioritize development activities related to your product lines. Facilitate the assimilation of product lines into more extensive 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 positive 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.
• Accountable for product cycle time, ensuring the product is delivered within budget in alignment with the original case and product roadmap.
• Accountable for overseeing the cadence of product development and delivery, and facilitating communication including risk analysis and addressing customer concerns.
• Responsible for supporting Trade Shows with your product and participating in the marketing efforts for it.
• Responsible for STRAP and AOP inputs.

What are we looking for?

• 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 validated experience leading sophisticated 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 issue resolver with a passion for creativity and a focus on customer happiness.
• 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 substantial collaboration.

Location & Authorization: This is a hybrid role requiring proximity to one of our U.S. offices (Grand Rapids, MI; Atlanta, GA). Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future sponsorship.