Product Manager-NPD

Position SummaryThe Product Manager will drive the product development from concept to market launch and post-launch optimization. This role requires a strong engineering background,capable of balancing technical feasibility with market needs. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, compliance, marketing,design, and customer support, to create innovative intralogistics solutions that address operational challenges for clients.Knowledge/Experience & key Traits required:Educational Background:A bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics).Professional Experience:Proven experience of at least 5 years in the Product Manager, Engineering, or Project management role. Demonstrated success in bringing new products to market, preferably within the intralogistics,supply chain, or a related industry.Key TraitsThorough ResearcherConducts in-depth research to support informed decision-making, identifying trends and insights that drive innovation.Confident & Assertive CommunicatorEngages effectively with stakeholders at all levels, articulating ideas clearly and persuasively to foster collaboration and alignment.Collaborative & Cross-Functional Leader- Excels in leading workshops, aligning stakeholders, and managing timelines effectively. Works seamlessly with engineering, compliance, marketing,design, and support teams to drive impactful outcomes.Analytical & Data-Driven Decision MakerBases strategic choices on data analysis, benchmarking, and field insights. Prioritizes features using impact vs. effort assessments to maximize efficiency.Meticulous & Well-OrganizedManages Product launch deliverables, testing protocols, compliance standards, and documentation accuracy. Ensures version control, maintains safety complianceAdaptable & Resilient ProfessionalThrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments and remains flexible amid shifting priorities and evolving business needsResponsibility AreaDefine Product SpecsConduct benchmarking on products, components, and technologies, presenting findings to TTT.Perform FTO (Freedom to Operate) searches across various regions and handles IP registration.Develop and release the Product Requirement Document (PRD) to guide development efforts.Define user experience expectations and key features for optimal customer satisfaction.Establish product specifications, offering multiple configurations aligned with market demandsDesign and DevelopmentDrive ideation workshops (Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Software & integration) and conclusionsMonitor design and development & prototyping progress & present to various stakeholdersCollaborate with external suppliers to mitigate risks & resolve challengesConduct product risk assessments including DFMEA, FMEA & Certification processes (e.g. CE, UL etc)Ensure that products meet global aesthetics standards and with organization branding guidelinesAlpha TestingPrepare documents (product testing method/ strategy and test protocols, validation methods) based on inputs from various stakeholders and PRDEnsure product meets reliability metrics (MTBF, MTTF) and industry standardsDrive corrective actions based on test findings and address gaps proactivelyLead the certification process and ensure compliance with safety regulationsCreate product manuals, including catalogues, user manuals, maintenance manuals, and testing protocols.Beta ProjectsSupport pre-sales activities by defining optimal product specifications to win customer deals.Establish clear beta testing objectives and analyze field feedback systematicallyIncorporate findings into the product development roadmap for continuous improvementsDevelop throughput templatesEnsure ongoing assessment of reliability metrics (MTBF, MTTF) and report field insights to design teamsPrepare Drawings & Scalability DocumentsManage documentation distributionProduct LaunchFinalize and release drawings, scalability documents, and application guides for deploymentConduct structured training programs for internal teams, customers, and partnersDefine pricing strategy and align it with market positioningEstablish a resilient supply chain covering manufacturing, procurement, and alternate supplier networksPrepare Feature & Advantages of product and submit to marketing and salesMarketing communication data readinessRising StarContinuously track product reliability metrics (MTBF, MTTF) to ensure performance stabilityEnhance user experience through iterative improvements based on customer feedback and insightsGet involved in pre-sales activities for critical applications & define the right specifications to win order.Host product awareness seminars & customer engagement initiativesGather feedback from customer & Internal stakeholders feedback to define future enhancements/ addition of product featuresMake data-driven decisions to refine product offeringsCash CowDrive value engineering & cost optimization to reduce production costCollaborate with service and solution design teams for various applicationsIdentify opportunities for incremental product enhancements and execute improvements efficiently