What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Manager - Flow Sensors position at ifm?
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Product Manager to lead the commercialization and support of our Flow Sensor product line. This role will be responsible for defining and executing the product strategy and will report directly to the Chief Sales & Marketing Officer.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive product strategy for the Flow Sensor product line, ensuring alignment with the overall business strategy.
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify new product opportunities and inform product development decisions.
- Work closely with the engineering and R&D teams to bring new products to market, ensuring they meet customer requirements and market demands.
- Manage the product life cycle, including product launches, end-of-life decisions, and pricing strategies.
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and customer service teams to ensure product success and customer satisfaction.
Candidate Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in engineering, marketing, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in product management, with a focus on flow sensors or similar products.
- Strong technical knowledge of flow sensor technology and applications.
- Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate market insights into product strategies.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with product development methodologies such as Agile or Lean.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams to successful product launches.
Company Benefits
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
If you are a results-driven individual with a passion for product management and a track record of success in bringing new products to market, we would love to hear from you!
Company Description
ifm efector, inc., headquartered in Malvern, PA, has earned the distinguished Top Employers certification for 2020 and 2021 in North America for our outstanding people practices. ifm efector is the US subsidiary of ifm electronic gmbh, a global company with over 8,750 employees in 165 countries serving 155,000 customers worldwide. Our core business is the development and production of sensors and controls for industrial automation and process applications.
"Exceptional success can only be achieved when the employees believe in the company and when they know that they are treated in a fair and honest way." -ifm philosophy
ifm is a privately-owned company whose success can be attributed to three guiding principles: Employees First, Customer Loyalty, and Safe Growth. With a supportive and collaborative culture, ifm welcomes new ideas and fosters honest communication and trust. Distinguished by their individual capabilities and contributions, every employee plays a role in the success of our business, so that we may provide innovative solutions to meet and exceed our customer’s business needs. ifm is dedicated to ensuring employees are engaged, enabled, and empowered to realize their full potential in a positive, diverse, and inclusive work environment filled with meaning and a shared sense of purpose.
“We have amazing products, but best of all we have amazing people. This is a core value of our success.” - Roger Varma, CEO, ifm efector
ifm efector, inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or handicap, marital or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
