Senior Digital Product Manager – MES​/MOM

Senior Digital Product Manager – MES/MOM

Clarios is seeking a Senior Digital Product Manager to lead development and management of the MES/MOM digital product. MES/MOM focuses on optimizing manufacturing operations through real‑time data, process automation, and integration with enterprise systems to improve efficiency, quality, and compliance. The role will be onsite three days a week in Glendale, WI, with remote flexibility for the right candidate.

The ideal candidate is technically proficient and possesses strong communication, leadership, and delivery skills utilizing both lean/agile methodologies and traditional program/project management.

• Define, own, and communicate a compelling vision, strategy, and roadmap for the MES/MOM digital product at Clarios.
• Manage the entire digital product lifecycle from concept to launch, serving as the voice of customer to technology teams.
• Work with executive level stakeholders to understand desired/potential business outcomes and then work with cross functional teams to define and prioritize a backlog of product features / functional requirements to meet those outcomes.
• Lead a combination of internal and external technology teams to deliver prioritized digital product features that align with and drive business outcomes such as improved OEE, reduced downtime, and enhanced traceability.
• Collaborate with IT, operations, and regional teams to ensure seamless delivery, launch, and adoption.
• Conduct market and technology research to identify and prepare for future customer needs and market opportunities.
• Actively engage with internal stakeholders (e.g., plant operations, quality, etc.) and customers to gather feedback and validate digital product direction.
• Manage digital product releases, track KPIs and Outcome Driven Metrics, and iterate based on feedback and performance.
• Ensure digital products align with company’s quality standards, architecture strategy, and regulatory requirements.
• Act as a digital product evangelist to build awareness within the organization. Represent the digital product in steering committees and governance forums.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing technology, technology trends, business capabilities, processes, and data. Direct experience in manufacturing operations is preferred.
• Digital product management experience with a proven track record of delivering successful digital products.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to roll up one’s sleeves to get the job done.
• Skilled at working effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience conducting and leveraging market research, driving product strategy, and designing an excellent user experience.
• High level of emotional intelligence, demonstrated through successful working relationships with stakeholders at various levels in an organization and with various personality types.
• Strong analytical skills and financial acumen.
• Ability to lead and influence data‑driven decision making at the senior leader level.
• Proven expertise in the software development process, agile methodologies, and project/program management.
• Problem‑solving skills to identify issues that might occur during the product development cycle and drive effective resolution.
• Customer‑centric mindset to ensure the digital product meets user needs and contributes to business goals.

• Engineering or equivalent preferred.
• Agile/Scrum/Project Management certifications are a bonus.

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire.
• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts.
• Parental and caregiver leave programs.
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short‑and long‑term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits.
• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership.
• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full‑service cafeteria and workout facility.
• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2025's Most…