Social network you want to login/join with: Product & Business Development Manager (Food & Beverage), Ascoli Piceno Client: Fluid-o-Tech Group Location: Job Category: Other - EU work permit required: Yes Job Reference: 6478702070001041408337161 Job Views: 2 Posted: 26.04.2025 Expiry Date: 10.06.2025 Job Description: The position is responsible for the product planning and execution throughout the Product Lifecycle, including: Defining the product roadmap by researching and analysing 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 the business by exploiting opportunities provided by 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. Act as a program/project manager to plan and execute beta and discovery programs for early-stage products, overseeing new product development activities. Serve as an expert in the application field and competition, supporting sales and marketing with product knowledge and technical expertise. Enhance cross-functional collaboration and foster trust among teams. Liaise with advertising and PR to promote the product. Position Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in engineering; an MBA is a plus. Solid experience as a Product Manager or in Business Development within the food & beverage industry (both customer and supplier sides). Proven success in defining and launching components/devices on the market. Knowledge of food & beverage industry standards. Project management skills; PMP certification is a plus. Effective communication skills for interacting with diverse stakeholders. Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority. Problem analysis, strategic thinking, and data analysis skills for deriving insights and troubleshooting. Excellent planning and organizational skills, adaptable to shifting priorities and rapid changes. Willingness to travel at least 50% of the time. J-18808-Ljbffr