Pp“THIS IS *bNOT /b 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 ul libProduct Portfolio Strategy /b ul liDevelop and implement comprehensive product and portfolio strategies and plans. /li liUpdate management and the business on product positioning, release planning, and stakeholder management. /li /ul /li libVision Evangelizing /b ul liCreate a compelling product vision and effectively communicate it to internal and external audiences. /li liAs a product spokesperson, represents the product, e.g., at conferences, to customers, the press, and industry analysts if needed. /li /ul /li libPricing /b ul liDevelop and execute pricing strategies and tactics. /li liPerform cost analysis and set and communicate price levels. /li /ul /li libRoadmaps /b ul liDecide on future directions and priorities for the product portfolio. /li liPublish and maintain roadmaps for internal and external stakeholders, including new launches and lifecycle management. /li /ul /li libInnovation /b ul liDrive the innovation stage by creating and prioritising ideas based on customer insights and market trends. /li liCollaborate with internal teams to generate, gather, and collate ideas that deliver maximum value to the business. /li /ul /li libProduct Discovery /b ul liGain a deep understanding of customer and buyer personae needs by exploring problem spaces and validating product concepts. /li liUse structured approaches like prototyping to define and test ideas. /li /ul /li libRequirements Gathering /b ul liGather, analyse, prioritise, and document product requirements. /li liDefine use cases and evaluate trade‑offs with the designer and production. /li /ul /li libAnalysis /b ul liUnderstand market opportunities and develop business cases to justify investments. /li /ul /li libDesign Build /b ul liManage the product development process, create prototypes, and iterate based on feedback. /li liEnsure all product management, design, and engineering tasks are completed and meet quality assurance standards. /li liEnsure products meet business and customer requirements regarding features, performance, and experience. /li /ul /li libOperational Readiness Trials /b ul liManage the internal roll‑out of products and system updates. /li liOversee internal and external trials, including finding, managing, and negotiating with partners and suppliers in collaboration with product marketing. /li /ul /li libCost Optimisation /b ul liIdentify and execute plans to optimise product costs. /li liDefine strategies to reduce costs and decide on stop‑sell actions when necessary. /li /ul /li libTechnical Support /b ul liProvide 3rd‑level technical support to marketing and sales teams, including price definition and product feasibility analysis. /li liDesign testing procedures for quality assurance of finished products. /li /ul /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 ul libMust-haves /b ul liBachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). /li liStrong analytical skills and ability to create data‑backed propositions. /li liProven experience in product management, strategy, and development. /li liExperience in Manufacturing. /li liExperience in HVAC‑R, industrial kitchens, or other industrial applications of temperature/humidity sensors. /li liFluency in Italian and English (mandatory level B2 or above). /li liAdvanced Microsoft Office skills: Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables), Word (revisions, cross‑references), PowerPoint (timed presentations). /li /ul /li libNice‑to‑have /b ul liKnowledge of other European languages (Portuguese, Spanish, French, German). /li /ul /li libOther required skills /b 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 /li /ul h3Role Fit /h3 pThis role may *NOT* be for you if you: /p ul liDislike working towards targets. /li liPrefer highly structured environments. /li liPrefer a slower pace. /li liDon’t embrace change. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr