Sr Manager, Product Management

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

EDUCATION

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Computer Science
• MBA is highly preferred.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• 7+ years of automation experience in the bioprocess and/or life science industry
• 7+ years of product management experience managing a diverse product portfolio, including hardware, software, and consumables. Prior experience in product management biopharma/ bioprocess technologies is preferred.
• Knowledge of the biologic applications, bioprocess manufacturing process, and GMP analytical requirements is essential.
• Knowledge of automation systems architecture such as Delta V, Siemens& Allen Bradley is essential.
• Product life-cycle management, including portfolio planning, product rationalization, capturing the Voice of Customers, Market Research, Market Strategy, Value-Based Pricing
• Demonstrated experience in leading new product development programs and launches
• Experience in developing and implementing a Long-Range Roadmap (3-5 years) that includes development/optimization and launching of industrial automation or similar highly technical products that combine hardware and software
• Ability to think critically to overcome potential business hurdles to complete tasks
• Proven ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams to success in challenging and ambiguous situations. Experienced working in a matrixed organization.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively present to all levels of an organization internally and externally
• Ability to think strategically by using insights & data to build a vision on a long-term plan
• Outstanding attention to detail and strong process consistency
• Ability to travel up to 20% of time.
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• Develop, manage, and implement long-term (3+ years) product line strategies, business plans, and product roadmaps
• Collaborate with external and internal partners to develop application-based solutions
• Champion successful launches through requirements, development, and commercialization.
• Own the ultimate customer and financial success of new product introductions (NPIs)
• Understand and analyze market environment, including strengths, weaknesses, and product competition. Analyze, interpret, and report regularly to management regarding sales forecasts, product supply, and competition.
• Responsible for revenue, margin, customer satisfaction, and market share objectives.
• Serve as product champion with internal stakeholders, regional teams, and directly with customers including key accounts.
• Maintain close relationships with field organization (e.g., sales and technical support) through training and active participation in the sales process, including customer visits, participating with pricing tactics, and customer support.
• Provide input to business unit annual strategic plan development including STRAP and AOP
• Champion new product directions: work across functions to develop business opportunities for revenue growth (organic and inorganic) and cost reduction, while using the voice of customer research.
• Partner closely with commercial organizations to support price and supply agreement negotiations.
• Develop and manage strategic collaborations for product partnerships, execute programs, lead cross-functional teams with R&D, operations, commercial groups, and external partners