Lead Product Manager (f/m/d)
Ulm, DE
As part of the Oxford Instruments Group, WITec GmbH is a leading global manufacturer of high-resolution, nanoanalytical microscopy systems. Our customers - university and industrial research laboratories - greatly value the precision, versatility and flexibility of our instruments.
WITec’s product range features the world's best confocal Raman microscopes, which can be equipped with AFM, SNOM, and even SEM in select configurations. Our systems can be adapted to the individual requirements of our customers. They contribute worldwide to new insights and solutions in many areas of science, research and development.
To support our growth, we are looking for a motivated colleague to join us in Ulm, Germany.
Lead Product Manager (f/m/d)
Your Tasks:
- Develop and execute product/segment strategies and roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business objectives and KPIs
- Equip sales teams with the necessary knowledge and materials to effectively position products
- Represent customer perspectives within the company, advocating for product success across teams
- Use market insights and technical expertise to inform and challenge business strategies
- Manage product lifecycle stages, from conception to end-of-life, and assess market opportunities
- Lead New Product Development (NPD) processes, including go-to-market planning and risk mitigation
- Develop strong relationships with stakeholders, including OEMs, and align objectives across business functions
- Act as a product expert, drive marketing campaigns, and enhance Product Management practices
Your Qualifications:
- MSc or PHD Degree in Material Science, Physics, Chemistry or related subject
- In-depth experience of RAMAN microscopy and an in-depth knowledge, passion and enthusiasm for microscopy
- A thorough understanding of a diverse range of applications for RAMAN microscopy and analysis.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and able to clearly articulate complex technical issues.
- Sound technical knowledge and ability to apply appropriately to customer problems.
- Experience in supporting the development of training materials, technical documentation and sales collateral
- Experienced working across departments and effectively with sales, marketing and development teams
- Willingness to travel nationally and internationally
- Fluent in English and German
- Ability to work independently and in a team, problem-solving skills, analytical thinking and a structured way of working
Our Offer:
- Secure employment in an expanding and globally active nanotechnology company
- A meaningful job with varied, interesting tasks & room for your own ideas
- Fast decision-making and flat hierarchies
- Financial security in retirement with an 80% subsidy for the company pension scheme
- Modern workplace in an easily accessible location (Ulm’s Science Park II) with a streetcar stop and free parking directly by the building
- Opportunities for further development worldwide as part of the Oxford Instruments Group
- Home office & remote work options (possible depending on the specific job)
- JobRad, EGYM Wellpass, company parties and much more
Do you find the opportunity intriguing? In that case, we look forward to receiving your application documents (incl. references), stating your availability and salary expectations.
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