Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Evident employs around 4,500 people at a total of 57 locations worldwide. Evident Europe, headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, employs approximately 770 people in 16 countries. The product portfolio includes a wide range of microscope systems used in clinical diagnostics, medical and basic research, as well as in various industrial areas. In addition, Evident offers videoscopes, products for non-destructive testing techniques and for X-ray fluorescence analysis.
As Product Manager(Software), you are responsible for the life cycle management of software for Material Science applications in R&D and QC markets in the assigned regions.
Tasks
* Strategic management and development of the product portfolio over the entire life cycle
* Development and implementation of product strategies in coordination with global and cross-functional teams
* Provide timely feedback and work closely with R&D on daily basis to execute product development plan.
* Responsible for SW P&L including monitoring sales results and activities as well as pricing strategy/cost calculation and analysis
* Generate meaningful product and marketing material and conduct internal product training as part of the product launch activities
* Select and evaluate 3rd party products or components to complement the product portfolio
* Leverage deep product and application knowledge to address complex customer questions when necessary
* Stay well informed of product-relevant technology and market dynamics as well as customer needs
* You will be able to absorb market key aspects, success criteria, risks and opportunities rapidly and effectively.
* International travel up to 30%
* Any other tasks as assigned by Supervisor.
Requirements
* Min Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science field with equivalent work experience in technical field.
* Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in product development, marketing or sales, preferably of microscopic imaging systems or cameras
* Solid technical proficiency across techniques related to Material Science, Imaging, and/or Industrial Microscopy (not required to be a subject matter expert).
* Proven experience in software product management (preferred).
* Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies (preferred).
* Strong customer orientation with the ability to translate user needs into actionable product requirements.
* Demonstrated business acumen with a focus on driving revenue growth and profitability.
* Strong analytical and conceptual thinking with a market-driven, results-oriented mindset.
* Ability to simplify and present complex topics in a clear and compelling manner.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluency in English required; proficiency in French and/or German is an added advantage.
* Ability to work autonomously while travelling in various time zones.
* Track record of successful international and multicultural teamwork (US, Europe, Japan)
Benefits
* Flexible working hours, incl. mobile work
* 30 days of holiday time each year
* 13 salaries a year
* Regular training courses
* Extensive company pension scheme
* Payments towards an employee savings plan
* Preventive healthcare, free beverages & fresh fruit and vegetables daily
* Joint company events and activities
* Interesting, diversified field of activity in an international working environment
Evident Europe GmbH is an equal opportunities employer and we look forward to receiving your application.