Product Manager; Align and Level

Product Manager (Align and Level)

Location:

Leicester, LEC, GB, LE49JD

Business Unit:
Taylor Hobson

Job Description:

We’re looking for a Product Manager for the Alignment & Level Metrology product line to join our team. Reporting to the Senior Business Development Manager, the product manager will have a keen eye to identify gaps and opportunities in the A&L metrology market and an innovative mind to fulfil them. The role also requires a high level of technical capability; the product manager must be able to strategise the full lifecycle of product production from conception to release, defining and supporting the A&L metrology solutions to meet and exceed targets.

They should also be a confident leader with experience in guiding cross‑functional and international teams in the successful creation of A&L metrology products and relevant application information. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the growing Alignment and Level metrology group.

• Drive the execution of all product lifecycle processes for products, including product research, market research, competitive analysis, planning, positioning, roadmap development, requirements development, and product launch
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements for prototype construction and final product development by engineering teams
• Create product strategy documents that describe business cases, high‑level use cases, technical requirements, revenue, and ROI
• Analyse market data to develop sales strategies, and define product objectives for effective marketing communications plans
• Collaborate closely with R+D, production, marketing, and sales teams on the development, QA, and release of products
• Support customer relations by hands‑on measurements on site at customers’ premises and demonstration of measurements on customer applications, data analysis and presentation of results
• Track and ensure high standard of quality of A&L metrology products to be built and delivered to the customers
• Develop product positioning and messaging that differentiates Taylor Hobson instruments and their features across market segments by assessing competitors’ offerings
• Develop and maintain accurate and relevant marketing material for new and existing products
• Provide in‑depth product knowledge to support the sales team
• Develop a thorough understanding of the market needs and requirements through excellent customer relations

• Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of mechanical engineering or physics to degree level or through a proven track record in an associated discipline.
• At least 5 years’ experience in precision engineering or A&L metrology.
• Good working knowledge of A&L manufacturing and metrology or similar discipline.
• Good knowledge of the global market and competitive landscape of A&L metrology.
• Strong ability to communicate to sales, R+D, operations, and management teams on all levels (internal and external, locally, and internationally).
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel.
• Enthusiastic and pragmatic approach to problem solving.
• Able to work independently with a self‑motivated self‑driven style.
• Experience in a customer facing product support role.
• Fluent English language (business level) in spoken word and writing.
• Experience in product / project management preferred.
• Practical knowledge of product usability and commercialization with appreciation of electronic, electrical and software design.
• Experience of managing small, technical teams (locally and internationally).

• Flexible and adaptable, demonstrates an agile approach to working.
• Open minded and approachable personality.
• Team player with all colleagues from different departments.
• Assertiveness on product and project related tasks.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics or similar discipline.

• Competitive salary and 28 days holiday including Easter & Christmas
• Mentoring and guidance for accreditation - IMechE, MIET, CPhy
• Continuous training provided using world class manufacturing tools and equipment
• 1pm Friday finish
• Fun, relaxed, supportive working environment
• Perkbox – Corporate discounts, GP service & 24‑hour Employee Assistance Program
• Active sports and social club including annual Christmas party and social events
• Free onsite parking and easy access to the city centre

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