Product Manager, Advanced
About The Position
Zebra is seeking an experienced, strategic, and execution-oriented Advanced Product Manager to drive the vision, development, and commercial success of next-generation solutions. The role leads the end-to-end lifecycle of assigned products, from market discovery and business case formulation through technical execution and global launch. As a subject matter expert, the Product Manager uses insights into customer needs, competitive dynamics, and distribution channels to influence product strategy and maximize portfolio profitability. The role operates with significant autonomy and leads cross-functional teams through Zebra’s New Product Introduction (NPI) framework. The position is based in Zebra’s Lincolnshire, Illinois office and requires onsite work at least three days per week in a hybrid arrangement. Travel may be up to 15%.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- At least 8 years of experience.
- Full lifecycle program management experience.
- Experience with hardware and software engineering solutions and program management.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Advanced P&L knowledge.
- Ability to travel up to 15%.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
- Understanding of the AI development lifecycle from both development and go-to-market perspectives.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams across global locations and time zones.
- Strategic leadership, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
- Interpersonal skills to build relationships and influence stakeholders.
- Attention to detail and quality, and adherence to processes.
- Advanced analytical and organizational skills.
- Sound judgment and ability to apply knowledge and experience to guide decisions.
- Strong business acumen.
- Strong communication skills, including listening and providing clear, concise information using proper language and grammar.
- Advanced problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate market and customer requirements for assigned products using knowledge of markets, competitors, customers, distribution channels, and Zebra offerings.
- Collaborate with functional leaders to develop and align business objectives; research, prepare, and present business cases to internal and external audiences, including senior management.
- Monitor and report business metrics against plan, recommend performance metrics, document product and market requirements, and provide inputs to the integrated business plan.
- Own product lifecycle management for moderately to highly complex product lines, including tactical execution, custom requirements, end-of-life plans, and inventory objectives.
- Apply knowledge of the product development process and define complete product offers in accordance with Zebra’s NPI framework.
- Coordinate post-launch activities, including sales support, bid and quote support, and customer presentations.
- Set pricing strategy and product prices to maximize sales and profitability; monitor financial performance and recommend pricing actions to meet revenue and margin objectives.
- Recommend promotion strategy in collaboration with Product Marketing and provide recommendations on distribution strategy.
- Support product launches by communicating the value proposition and delivering product training to sales, sales engineers, technical support, and other stakeholders.
- Work with development teams and stakeholders to oversee new product development and validate that development meets specifications; identify beta sites and develop and implement plans.
- Set target costs for new products and evaluate cost-reduction initiatives with sustaining engineering, finance, and other partners.
Benefits
- Healthcare and wellness offerings.
- Inclusion networks and continued learning and development offerings.
- Community service days.
- Traditional insurance offerings, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program, and paid time off, depending on country.
- Hybrid work flexibility and adaptable hours.
- Summer Flex Fridays and Focus Fridays.
- Annual companywide well-being day.
- Performance-based annual cash incentive with a target equal to 12% of base pay.
- Some roles may be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
