Social network you want to login/join with: Product & Business Development Manager (Food & Beverage), Pistoia Client: Fluid-o-Tech Group Location: Job Category: Other - EU work permit required: Yes Job Reference: 6478702070001041408337160 Job Views: 2 Posted: 26.04.2025 Expiry Date: 10.06.2025 Job Description: The position is responsible for product planning and execution throughout the Product Lifecycle, including: Defining the product roadmap by researching and analyzing market conditions, identifying key competitors and trends. Gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirements. Articulating key market requirements, identifying opportunities for product innovation and enhancements. Working closely with engineering, sales, and marketing to ensure development targets and customer satisfaction goals are met. Planning and executing strategic initiatives to develop business leveraging current and future technologies, ensuring alignment with the company's overall strategy and goals. Key accountabilities: Define the product strategy and roadmap. Deliver market and product requirements. Develop and secure significant new initiatives impacting revenue. Collaborate with customers, partners, and third parties on partnerships and licensing opportunities. Manage beta and discovery programs with early-stage products and samples, overseeing new product development activities. Support sales and marketing with product knowledge and technical expertise in the application field and competition. Enhance cross-functional collaboration and build trust among teams. Liaise with advertising and PR to promote products. Position Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in engineering; MBA is a plus. Solid experience as a Product Manager or Business Developer in the Food & Beverage industry (both customer and supplier sides). Successful track record in defining and launching market-ready components/devices. Knowledge of food & beverage industry standards. Proven project management skills; PMP certification is a plus. Effective communication skills for stakeholder interaction. Strong teamwork skills with the ability to influence without authority. Analytical and strategic problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage and interpret data effectively. Excellent planning and organizational skills, adaptable to shifting priorities. Willingness to travel at least 50% of the time. J-18808-Ljbffr