Global Product Manager, Cobot Solutions
About The Position
Omron Robotics and Safety Technologies, Inc. (ORT) is a global leader in intelligent vision-guided robotics systems and services, developing social needs-driven solutions for the global automation market. Our robotics systems offer superior performance and economic value, enabling customers to achieve precision, quality, and productivity in their assembly, handling, and packaging processes in a safer and greener environment. We develop new electronics, mechanics, and software for a wide range of robots, including autonomous mobile robots, articulated robots, and parallel link robots. Our product development teams are passionate about innovation and have a proven track record of developing successful products for the global market, revolutionizing human-machine interaction. ORT is a subsidiary of Omron Corporation, an $8 billion global technology company with over 90 years of success. We are seeking an experienced Global Product Manager to join our team at our global headquarters in Pleasanton, California. This role is responsible for the product strategy and overall growth of collaborative robot (cobot) solutions and related application offerings. The position fosters customer-driven innovation across the organization, collaborating with sales, technical support, engineering, and other functions to enhance ORT’s standing in the rapidly expanding cobot market. The Global Product Manager must be a highly visible, cross-functional leader who develops deep customer insights and translates this "voice of customer" input into a strong go-to-market offering. This role will define the vision and strategy for cobot growth initiatives, including pricing, positioning, training, and promotion, and will be a key driver of adoption across major industries and applications. Additionally, this role contributes to shaping Omron’s broader cobot ecosystem strategy, ensuring seamless integration with complementary technologies like vision systems, end-of-arm tooling, and autonomous mobile robots. The Global Product Manager will collaborate with strategic partners, such as Techman, to align product direction, roadmap priorities, and joint go-to-market initiatives.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in product management for integrated hardware and software systems, preferably within the robotics or automation industries
- Experience in waterfall and agile product development methodologies
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Marketing, Computer Science, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or Industrial Automation; MBA preferred.
- To conform with U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S. Government.
- Demonstrated passion for product management with a sense of urgency and drive for results; data-driven with excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to develop and “own” a clear and compelling product strategy.
- Ability to connect and communicate with stakeholders inside and outside Omron, including end users, channel partners, and global sales teams.
- Ability to lead global product initiatives in a fast-paced industrial environment; prior experience in technical sales or application engineering preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Experience launching hardware-based products and associated software or application solutions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams).
- Willingness to travel (30–35%).
Nice To Haves
- Experience with collaborative robots and human-robot interaction in industrial environments.
- Familiarity with cobot applications such as pick-and-place, machine tending, palletizing, and vision / inspection.
- Understanding of integration between cobots and broader automation systems (vision, AMRs, PLCs, safety systems).
- Experience working with system integrators and developing application ecosystems.
- Familiarity with industrial safety standards and collaborative robot compliance requirements.
- Strong understanding of go-to-market strategy and application-driven growth models in robotics.
Responsibilities
- Drive product strategy, growth planning, and full lifecycle management, from market definition through launch and ongoing lifecycle performance, for Omron’s cobot solutions and application offerings.
- Establish a clear understanding of market segmentation, customer applications, and competitive positioning for cobots.
- Develop and “own” the cobot product roadmap in support of the cobot value stream, ensuring requirements are well understood and aligned with overall strategy.
- Ensure a strong end-to-end customer experience by aligning product definition, application fit, go-to-market, and post-deployment support with customer needs.
- Work closely with Omron’s Global Sales organization to grow the cobot pipeline and accelerate key opportunities.
- Collaborate closely with strategic partners, including Techman, to align product roadmaps, product positioning, joint development, and go-to-market execution.
- Ensure alignment of priorities and execution within the cobot value stream, working closely with project management, system engineering, and external partners to translate product strategy into deliverable solutions.
- Articulate Omron’s strategy to build sustainable competitive advantage in cobot markets; develop and communicate a clear and compelling vision for how we will win.
- Lead cross-functional teams to define and launch new cobot SKUs, application packages, and ecosystem-enabled solutions as required.
- Ensure alignment of cobot offerings with adjacent product portfolios, including mobile manipulator (MoMa) solutions.
- Monitor and drive performance against key metrics, including revenue, pipeline, adoption, and margin.
- Develop clear product positioning, messaging, and sales enablement tools for global regions.
- Demonstrate strong application and industry knowledge, participating in trade shows, webinars, and industry events.
Benefits
- Training and Career Development Program
- Competitive compensation
- Immediate 401k match with 100% vesting
- Profit sharing
- Blue Cross Blue Shield for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
- Community Programs
- Matching Gift Program
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Flexible Work Hours
- Sick/Vacation/Holiday Pay
- Wellness Programs
- Education Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
