PM Software, Solution Portfolio Mechanical & Structural Testing

The position: PM Software, Solution Portfolio Mechanical & Structural Testing

We are currently looking for a Product Manager for Data Acquisition (DAQ) Software within Mechanical & Structural (M&S) Testing Solution Portfolio to join our Global Product Management organization. The Product Manager reports to the Head of Solution Portfolio M&S.

In this role, you will be responsible for defining the value to be delivered for specific products and/or releases. By owning the portfolio & roadmap and defining the business value you will serve a high potential area of technology.

You will work in a dynamic and motivated team closely together with customers and key stakeholders across Product Management, Sales, Operations and R&D to ensure HBK remains at the forefront of innovation in the short, mid and long term.

This role is well suited to an experienced profile who is used to managing a complex product portfolio and driving continued business growth. You will be granted the autonomy to have a true impact on the commercial direction of HBK.

The role is based in Darmstadt, Germany with the possibility to occasionally work remotely or Home Office based.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Developing market by identifying potential products; growing close to customers; conducting market research; generating product requirements; determining specifications, defining the pricing and licensing strategy
• New product introduction setting objectives, priorities and execution
• Contributing to the P&L of the product line
• Defining the value to be delivered for specific products or releases
• Gather Input from internal and external stakeholders for defining the product line roadmap
• Full ownership of business case development
• Lifecycle management within the product line
• Competitor analysis and benchmarking
• Promotion calendar and context coordination with marketing communications
• Working closely with product owners and R&D to set the direction of development.

Professional qualifications:

The ideal candidate holds the following qualifications:

• Extensive experience within a similar role in Product Management, Commercial, Engineering etc.
• Engineering knowledge and ability to discuss with subject matter experts
• Previous experience working on an international and ideally global scale
• Background in test & measurement or metrology is a plus.

Personal Skills:

• Strong communication skills to both internal and external stakeholders
• Solution driven attitude with a creative mindset
• Strong focus on value creation
• Ambition to reach goals within a strong team
• Very high level of integrity in everything you do.

We Offer:

At HBK, we believe in freedom with responsibility. We offer a flexible and collaborative work environment that supports both professional growth and work-life balance. You will have the opportunity to work with modern technologies, influence technical direction, and help shape the future of software engineering within a global technology leader.

About HBK:

On January 1, 2019, Brüel & Kjær and HBM merged to form HBK (Hottinger Brüel & Kjær). With over 3,500 employees worldwide, production facilities in Denmark, Germany, the UK, the USA, China, and Portugal, and a presence in 80 countries, HBK is a global leader in test and measurement solutions. Learn more at https://www.hbkworld.com.

One Company – HBK:

Hottinger Brüel & Kjaer (HBK) is a global leader in the fields of sensors, data acquisition, analytics and collaboration for various R&D, production and in-operation applications. Until the end of July 2020, the companies were known as Hottinger Baldwin Messtechnik GmbH (HBM) and Brüel & Kjær Sound & Vibration Measurement A/S respectively. HBK is part of Spectris Limited and employs around 3500 people worldwide.

Our product eco system covers all layers from sensors, electronics, to software and collaboration. Our customers range from end users of the entire tool chain focusing on analytics and results in virtual testing, physical testing, and monitoring, to our OEM and system integrator partners and customers integrating our products into their own offering and solution. The product portfolio is as versatile and varied as our customer base covering many industries.

We have engineering and production facilities in Germany, Denmark, UK, Portugal, USA and China and are represented in over 80 countries worldwide. We are proud to be one of the top three suppliers worldwide in our market segments served, thanks to our high-quality products and the commitment of our employees.