The Kurt J. Lesker Company (KJLC) is seeking a Product Manager - Instrumentation to drive the success of scientific equipment products within the Vacuum Mart Division. This role involves strategic planning, market analysis, and product development to ensure profitability and meet evolving market needs.
Requirements
- Technical background in Product Management/Sales/Engineering
- Strong technical knowledge
- Understanding of Vacuum Industry and its Products and Practices
- Knowledge of instrument communication protocols (e.g. RS-232, RS-485, Ethernet)
- Basic knowledge of electrical engineering principles and system integration
Responsibilities
- Apply basic electrical engineering principles and system integration knowledge to support product development and troubleshoot technical issues
- Ensure a thorough understanding of the product's technical aspects, applications, and competitive strengths and weaknesses
- Direct product development through the Innovation process, creating product strategy and roadmaps
- Develop selling prices and pricing guidelines
- Provide timely support to sales with tools, technical assistance, training, and direct customer interaction
- Evaluate market trends and needs to identify and develop or modify products to meet these opportunities
- Ensure regulatory compliance (e.g., CE, RoHS, ISO) and manage documentation
Other
- Visionary with an entrepreneurial spirit
- Business leadership and management
- Strong communication skills
- Overnight and international travel (as needed)
- Bachelor of Science or equivalent working experience
