Are you a Product Manager with a passion for driving the development of cutting-edge products in global organisations? Do you have a strong technical background in communication systems and experience in managing products from concept to market?
Our exclusive client, a multi-million-pound global Defence manufacturing organisation, require an experienced Product Manager to shape the future of their high-tech product portfolio. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (including engineering, sales, and marketing) to deliver a new range of innovative Defence communication products during a major period of growth (+20% YoY!).
Key Responsibilities of the Product Manager:
* Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and trend forecasting to support product development and market strategy.
* Define and manage product requirements, working closely with engineering to customize solutions that meet customer needs.
* Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to create effective product launch strategies and go-to-market plans.
* Provide product training and technical support to customers and sales teams.
* Monitor product performance, costs, margins, and life cycle from inception through obsolescence.
* Contribute to tenders, bids, and proposals with detailed product information.
* Manage product life cycle, including obsolescence and end-of-life planning.
* Travel occasionally for customer visits, trade shows, and events.
Required experience for the Product Manager:
* Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a commercially or technically relevant field (or equivalent Defence industry experience).
* Strong technical understanding of communication systems, with the ability to engage in detailed technical discussions with engineering and customers.
* Experience developing business cases, setting pricing strategies, and monitoring product profitability.
* Prior experience in Defence or law enforcement markets is highly desirable.
Location: Watford
Work Schedule: Hybrid
If you are a self-driven, technically savvy professional with a passion for product management and an interest in cutting-edge Defence technologies, apply today