Product Manager

Technibilt Ltd dba Wanzl NA•Newton, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Manager is responsible for driving the success of a key product category within Wanzl North America’s portfolio of retail solutions. This role oversees business performance, shapes product strategy, and manages the full product lifecycle—from concept and development through launch and ongoing optimization. The PM will collaborate across departments to ensure products meet evolving market needs and deliver strong business results. Additionally, you will champion internal strategy execution, helping the organization build the necessary expertise, processes, and infrastructure to scale and grow this segment successfully. This position involves close partnership with product management and operations teams in Europe to transfer knowledge and accelerate growth in the North American market.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Product Manager or similar role
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in retail or companies supplying the retail market
Bachelor’s degree
Strong leadership and excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications
Demonstrated success defining and launching products
Excellent teamwork skills
Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority

Nice To Haves

MBA strongly desired
Experience in Sales and/or Finance preferred

Responsibilities

Define and communicate a compelling product vision and strategy aligned with company objectives.
Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and risks.
Drive internal alignment to develop the knowledge, business processes, and organizational structure needed to sustain and grow the retail solutions segment.
Train and support internal teams in product knowledge and best practices.
Oversee the entire product life cycle, from ideation and development to launch and post-launch activities.
Gather and prioritize product and customer requirements.
Develop and maintain a product roadmap that balances short-term needs with long-term strategic goals.
Communicate the roadmap to stakeholders and ensure alignment with business objectives.
Work closely with R&D to guide product development and ensure technical feasibility.
Collaborate with sales, marketing, and support teams to align product strategy with business goals.
Ensure effective communication and coordination with European product management and operations teams to leverage expertise and accelerate market success in North America.
Engage with customers and stakeholders to gather feedback and insights.
Ensure the product meets customer needs and enhances customer satisfaction.
Identify and act on opportunities to improve the product based on customer feedback and market trends.
Act as the voice of the customer within the company.
Set and achieve revenue targets and budgets for the product category.
Monitor product performance against business goals and make data-driven decisions to optimize results.
Track product performance using key metrics and analytics.
Manage rolling forecast for the product category.
Conduct detailed market research to understand customer needs, market trends, and competitive landscape.
Use data to make informed decisions about product direction and priorities.
Develop and execute go-to-market plans for product launches.
Coordinate with marketing to create promotional materials, sales training, and customer communications.
Set pricing policies for product category and ensure they are live in ERP.