IndustrialB Product Manager
p“THIS IS *NOT* A PROJECT MANAGER ROLE” /p h3Mission /h3 pLead the product strategy, vision, and development initiatives. Define and execute product and portfolio strategies, ensuring market alignment and driving product innovation and development from concept to launch. /p h3Summary /h3 pDefine the business case for launching new products and conduct market tests in collaboration with Product Marketing and Sales. Design and develop products based on customer specifications and/or sales requests. Maintain the company's product portfolio PL, understand each product's unit cost and contribution margin, and define strategies to reduce costs and manage the product lifecycle effectively. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ol li1. Product Portfolio Strategy: /li lioDevelop and implement comprehensive product and portfolio strategies and plans. /li lioUpdate management and the business on product positioning, release planning, and stakeholder management. /li li2. Vision Evangelizing: /li lioCreate a compelling product vision and effectively communicate it to internal and external audiences. /li lioAs a product spokesperson, represents the product, e.g., at conferences, to customers, the press, and industry analysts if needed. /li li3. Pricing: /li lioDevelop and execute pricing strategies and tactics. /li lioPerform cost analysis and set and communicate price levels. /li li4. Roadmaps: /li lioDecide on future directions and priorities for the product portfolio. /li lioPublish and maintain roadmaps for internal and external stakeholders, including new launches and lifecycle management. /li li5. Innovation: /li lioDrive the innovation stage by creating and prioritising ideas based on customer insights and market trends. /li lioCollaborate with internal teams to generate, gather, and collate ideas that deliver maximum value to the business. /li li6. Product Discovery: /li lioGain a deep understanding of customer and buyer personae needs by exploring problem spaces and validating product concepts. /li lioUse structured approaches like prototyping to define and test ideas. /li li7. Requirements Gathering: /li lioGather, analyse, prioritise, and document product requirements. /li lioDefine use cases and evaluate trade-offs with the designer and production. /li li8. Analysis: /lilioUnderstand market opportunities and develop business cases to justify investments. /li li9. Design Build: /li lioManage the product development process, create prototypes, and iterate based on feedback. /li lioEnsure all product management, design, and engineering tasks are completed and meet quality assurance standards.
/li lioEnsure products meet business and customer requirements regarding features, performance, and experience. /li li10. Operational Readiness Trials: /li lioManage the internal roll-out of products and system updates. /li lioOversee internal and external trials, including finding, managing, and negotiating with partners and suppliers in collaboration with product marketing. /li li11. Cost Optimisation: /li lioIdentify and execute plans to optimise product costs. /li lioDefine strategies to reduce costs and decide on stop-sell actions when necessary. /li li12. Technical Support: /li lioProvide 3rd-level technical support to marketing and sales teams, including price definition and product feasibility analysis. /li lioDesign testing procedures for quality assurance of finished products. /li /ol h3Requirements /h3 ul liMust-haves /li lioBachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). /li lioStrong analytical skills and ability to create data-backed propositions. /li lioTechnical Skills /li lioProven experience in product management, strategy, and development. /li lioExperience in Manufacturing /li lioExperience in HVAC-R, industrial kitchens, or other industrial applications of temperature/humidity sensors. /li lioLanguages: /li lioFluency in Italian and English (mandatory level B2 or above) /li lioAdvanced Microsoft Office skills: /li lioExcel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables), Word (revisions, cross-references), PowerPoint (timed presentations) /liliNice-to-have: /li lioKnowledge of other European languages (Portuguese, Spanish, French, German). /li /ul h3Other required skills /h3 ul liExcellent interpersonal and communication skills. /li liCustomer-centric; effectively relates to customers and prospects. /li liPerseverance and tenacity; view a “no” as motivation to work harder. /li liFlexible and able to optimally allocate time and resources. /li liProactive problem solver with a sense of urgency. /li liAction-oriented; takes initiative and does not wait for instructions. /li liTeam player; works effectively and collaboratively with colleagues. /li liHighly organised; capable of achieving goals and meeting deadlines. /li liAdaptable; thrives in a start-up environment and shapes undefined processes.
/li liResilient under stress; eager to learn and improve daily. /li liAbility to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. /li liWorks independently and as part of a team with open communication. /li liStrong professional ethics. /li /ul h3Why Join Us /h3 ul lib30+ Years of Excellence /b /li liSince 1992, Megatron Sensors has been at the forefront of sensor technology, serving customers in b25+ countries worldwide /b. Our legacy is built on continuous innovation and trusted partnerships. /li libTruly International /b /li liOur team of b30+ dedicated professionals /b brings togetherbfour nationalities /b, united by shared goals and diverse perspectives. /li libInclusive by Design /b /li liWe embracebdiversity in all its forms /b. Our workforce spansbmultiple generations /b, frombGen Z to Boomers /b, fostering a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and learning. /li libEmpowering Women in Leadership /b /li liWithb60% female representation /bin our senior management, we lead by example in building an inclusive and equitable leadership culture. /li libPeople-Centred Culture /b /li liOur team has abmedian age of 39 /band is a balanced mix of experience and new energy.b40% of our workforce /bjoined bin the past 4 years /b, while the remainingb60% average 10 years of tenure /b—a sign of trust, stability, and long-term growth. /li libSustainable by Nature /b /li liWe are certified tobISO 9001:2015 /bandbISO 14001:2015 /b, embeddingbquality and environmental responsibility /binto everything we do. Our operations are clean, withbzero Scope 1 emissions /b. /li libMerit-Driven Opportunities /b /li liOurbinclusive and impartial recruitment /b focuses solely onbskills, experience, and attitude /b. We are committed to a culture ofbmeritocracy /b, where people grow through impact and contribution. /li libWelcoming All Voices /b /li liWebactively encourage applications from protected categories /band are proud to welcome talent frombdiverse backgrounds, cultures, and life experiences /b. /li libGlobally Minded, Locally Rooted /b /li liOur headquarters are betweenbNaples and Caserta /b, in the heart of Southern Italy, a vibrant region full of character and tradition. /li /ul pThe successful candidate will join a dynamic, growing company with a start-up spirit. We seek individuals willing to engage deeply, uphold professional ethics, and embrace a meritocratic work approach. /p h3This role may *NOT* be for you if you: /h3 ul liDislike working towards targets. /li liPrefer highly structured environments. /li liPrefer a slower pace. /li liDon’t embrace change. /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr
/li lioEnsure products meet business and customer requirements regarding features, performance, and experience. /li li10. Operational Readiness Trials: /li lioManage the internal roll-out of products and system updates. /li lioOversee internal and external trials, including finding, managing, and negotiating with partners and suppliers in collaboration with product marketing. /li li11. Cost Optimisation: /li lioIdentify and execute plans to optimise product costs. /li lioDefine strategies to reduce costs and decide on stop-sell actions when necessary. /li li12. Technical Support: /li lioProvide 3rd-level technical support to marketing and sales teams, including price definition and product feasibility analysis. /li lioDesign testing procedures for quality assurance of finished products. /li /ol h3Requirements /h3 ul liMust-haves /li lioBachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). /li lioStrong analytical skills and ability to create data-backed propositions. /li lioTechnical Skills /li lioProven experience in product management, strategy, and development. /li lioExperience in Manufacturing /li lioExperience in HVAC-R, industrial kitchens, or other industrial applications of temperature/humidity sensors. /li lioLanguages: /li lioFluency in Italian and English (mandatory level B2 or above) /li lioAdvanced Microsoft Office skills: /li lioExcel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables), Word (revisions, cross-references), PowerPoint (timed presentations) /liliNice-to-have: /li lioKnowledge of other European languages (Portuguese, Spanish, French, German). /li /ul h3Other required skills /h3 ul liExcellent interpersonal and communication skills. /li liCustomer-centric; effectively relates to customers and prospects. /li liPerseverance and tenacity; view a “no” as motivation to work harder. /li liFlexible and able to optimally allocate time and resources. /li liProactive problem solver with a sense of urgency. /li liAction-oriented; takes initiative and does not wait for instructions. /li liTeam player; works effectively and collaboratively with colleagues. /li liHighly organised; capable of achieving goals and meeting deadlines. /li liAdaptable; thrives in a start-up environment and shapes undefined processes.
/li liResilient under stress; eager to learn and improve daily. /li liAbility to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. /li liWorks independently and as part of a team with open communication. /li liStrong professional ethics. /li /ul h3Why Join Us /h3 ul lib30+ Years of Excellence /b /li liSince 1992, Megatron Sensors has been at the forefront of sensor technology, serving customers in b25+ countries worldwide /b. Our legacy is built on continuous innovation and trusted partnerships. /li libTruly International /b /li liOur team of b30+ dedicated professionals /b brings togetherbfour nationalities /b, united by shared goals and diverse perspectives. /li libInclusive by Design /b /li liWe embracebdiversity in all its forms /b. Our workforce spansbmultiple generations /b, frombGen Z to Boomers /b, fostering a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and learning. /li libEmpowering Women in Leadership /b /li liWithb60% female representation /bin our senior management, we lead by example in building an inclusive and equitable leadership culture. /li libPeople-Centred Culture /b /li liOur team has abmedian age of 39 /band is a balanced mix of experience and new energy.b40% of our workforce /bjoined bin the past 4 years /b, while the remainingb60% average 10 years of tenure /b—a sign of trust, stability, and long-term growth. /li libSustainable by Nature /b /li liWe are certified tobISO 9001:2015 /bandbISO 14001:2015 /b, embeddingbquality and environmental responsibility /binto everything we do. Our operations are clean, withbzero Scope 1 emissions /b. /li libMerit-Driven Opportunities /b /li liOurbinclusive and impartial recruitment /b focuses solely onbskills, experience, and attitude /b. We are committed to a culture ofbmeritocracy /b, where people grow through impact and contribution. /li libWelcoming All Voices /b /li liWebactively encourage applications from protected categories /band are proud to welcome talent frombdiverse backgrounds, cultures, and life experiences /b. /li libGlobally Minded, Locally Rooted /b /li liOur headquarters are betweenbNaples and Caserta /b, in the heart of Southern Italy, a vibrant region full of character and tradition. /li /ul pThe successful candidate will join a dynamic, growing company with a start-up spirit. We seek individuals willing to engage deeply, uphold professional ethics, and embrace a meritocratic work approach. /p h3This role may *NOT* be for you if you: /h3 ul liDislike working towards targets. /li liPrefer highly structured environments. /li liPrefer a slower pace. /li liDon’t embrace change. /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr