Position Summary The Product Manager will drive the product development from concept to market launch and post-launch optimization. This role requires a strong engineering background, capable of balancing technical feasibility with market needs. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, compliance, marketing, design, and customer support, to create innovative intralogistics solutions that address operational challenges for clients. Knowledge/Experience & key Traits required: Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics). Professional Experience: Proven experience of at least 5 years in the Product Manager, Engineering, or Project management role. Demonstrated success in bringing new products to market, preferably within the intralogistics, supply chain, or a related industry. Key Traits Thorough Researcher Conducts in-depth research to support informed decision-making, identifying trends and insights that drive innovation. Confident & Assertive Communicator Engages effectively with stakeholders at all levels, articulating ideas clearly and persuasively to foster collaboration and alignment. Collaborative & Cross-Functional Leader- Excels in leading workshops, aligning stakeholders, and managing timelines effectively. Works seamlessly with engineering, compliance, marketing, design, and support teams to drive impactful outcomes. Analytical & Data-Driven Decision Maker Bases strategic choices on data analysis, benchmarking, and field insights. Prioritizes features using impact vs. effort assessments to maximize efficiency. Meticulous & Well-Organized Manages Product launch deliverables, testing protocols, compliance standards, and documentation accuracy. Ensures version control, maintains safety compliance Adaptable & Resilient Professional Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments and remains flexible amid shifting priorities and evolving business needs Responsibility Area Define Product Specs Conduct benchmarking on products, components, and technologies, presenting findings to TTT. Perform FTO (Freedom to Operate) searches across various regions and handles IP registration. Develop and release the Product Requirement Document (PRD) to guide development efforts. Define user experience expectations and key features for optimal customer satisfaction. Establish product specifications, offering multiple configurations aligned with market demands Design and Development Drive ideation workshops (Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Software & integration) and conclusions Monitor design and development & prototyping progress & present to various stakeholders Collaborate with external suppliers to mitigate risks & resolve challenges Conduct product risk assessments including DFMEA, FMEA & Certification processes (e.g. CE, UL etc) Ensure that products meet global aesthetics standards and with organization branding guidelines Alpha Testing Prepare documents (product testing method/ strategy and test protocols, validation methods) based on inputs from various stakeholders and PRD Ensure product meets reliability metrics (MTBF, MTTF) and industry standards Drive corrective actions based on test findings and address gaps proactively Lead the certification process and ensure compliance with safety regulations Create product manuals, including catalogues, user manuals, maintenance manuals, and testing protocols. Beta Projects Support pre-sales activities by defining optimal product specifications to win customer deals. Establish clear beta testing objectives and analyze field feedback systematically Incorporate findings into the product development roadmap for continuous improvements Develop throughput templates Ensure ongoing assessment of reliability metrics (MTBF, MTTF) and report field insights to design teams Prepare Drawings & Scalability Documents Manage documentation distribution Product Launch Finalize and release drawings, scalability documents, and application guides for deployment Conduct structured training programs for internal teams, customers, and partners Define pricing strategy and align it with market positioning Establish a resilient supply chain covering manufacturing, procurement, and alternate supplier networks Prepare Feature & Advantages of product and submit to marketing and sales Marketing communication data readiness Rising Star Continuously track product reliability metrics (MTBF, MTTF) to ensure performance stability Enhance user experience through iterative improvements based on customer feedback and insights Get involved in pre-sales activities for critical applications & define the right specifications to win order. Host product awareness seminars & customer engagement initiatives Gather feedback from customer & Internal stakeholders feedback to define future enhancements/ addition of product features Make data-driven decisions to refine product offerings Cash Cow Drive value engineering & cost optimization to reduce production cost Collaborate with service and solution design teams for various applications Identify opportunities for incremental product enhancements and execute improvements efficiently
Job Title
Product Manager-NPD