The Product Manager plays a pivotal role in the global business development of LHI Products and services, spanning across continents from concept to manufacturing to obsolescence. This role also involves driving continuous improvement of processes for enhanced operational efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Envision, define, and deliver the product roadmap and periodically update the roadmap through discussions with customers and internal experts

· Cross-functional program management of research, development, and engineering projects supporting the product roadmap

· Align product priorities and internal technical resources to execute the roadmap

· Market and/or User Requirement Specifications for new developments on the product roadmap

· Work with the product development team on specifications and prioritization of product development activities

· Product pricing structure, margin, and cost of ownership models

· Product (yearly and strategic) plan and forecast based on market information

· Competitive analysis and defining the positioning of Lighthouse products relative to competition

· Customer engagement and creation of customer-facing presentations and marketing materials

· Drive and support sales account managers with direct sales opportunities

· Ability to travel globally (10%)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· Masters or higher in Physics/(Bio)Chemistry or electrical/chemical/mechanical engineering or equivalent

· At least 5 years experience in product management or technical marketing role in the pharmaceutical capital equipment or related industry

· Product development experience in capital equipment

· Direct customer engagement experience

· Ability to work with and drive multiple internal disciplines on a portfolio of products

· Deep understanding of the product life cycle process and capital systems in the pharmaceutical or similar industry

· Proven and demonstrated business growth through successful execution of the product line operational plans (yearly) and strategic product line plans (3-5 years)

· Development and documentation of market and/or specific customer requirements for (and development of) new products that increase both the serviceable available market and the market share

SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Active listening and clear communication skills: verbal, written, and presentation skills (e.g., grammar, writing, and editing) to interact professionally with individuals both internally with co-workers and externally with vendors and clients is required.
• Effective problem analysis and resolution skills.
• A high level of interpersonal and relationship skills is essential, as is the ability to handle sensitive, stressful, and confidential situations with poise, tact, and diplomacy.
• Above-average ability to be flexible, organize, manage time, and set/shift priorities while meeting required deadlines.
• A team player who can cultivate a team spirit within the department and maintain positive interdepartmental collaboration.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply Organization guidelines and procedures within the position and the department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described here represent those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the staff member is regularly required to talk and hear; frequently required to stand, walk, and sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; taste or smell.

The staff member must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild to moderate.

At Lighthouse Instruments, our talented team is our greatest asset. Their health and wellness are vital to the success of our organization. That’s why, as part of our Total Rewards strategy, we offer affordable and comprehensive healthcare coverage with ancillary benefit options to eligible employees and their families beginning the first day of the month following the hire date. Additionally, LHI offers a variety of benefits focused on the professional development, financial, and well-being of our employees.

Lighthouse Instruments LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the U.S. includes race, color, religion, natural origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical and mental disabilities, pregnancy, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification. Equal employment opportunity includes but is not limited to hiring, training, promotion, demotion, transfer, leave of absence, and termination.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Charlottesville, VA 22902: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person