Product Manager

Req ID:520031

At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Purpose of the Job

As a Product Manager you define deploy and drive the product strategy and roadmap based on market needs solution requirements and competitive analysis. You are accountable for the full product lifecycle (development maintenance end-of-life) and for managing overall QCD (Quality Cost Delivery) performance.

Main Responsibilities

Strategy & Planning

Define product strategy and formalize it in the roadmap.

Manage product lifecycle status from introduction to end-of-life (Phase-in/Phase-out).

Define new development projects based on needs (features evolutions).

Communicate roadmap progress and keep stakeholders informed through regular reviews.

Control total product cost and implement competitiveness actions.

Improve production lead times and time-to-market in collaboration with procurement teams.

Manage phase-in/phasing-out plans with Solution and Service teams.

Implement cost improvement plans for recurring development and maintenance costs.

Manage obsolescence risks (product test benches tools) and make associated business decisions.

Ensure management of all product data (catalog datasheet user manual) and KPIs

Execution & Support

Ensure product quality and performance (change management impact analysis root cause analysis safety status).

Support project and tender teams with product expertise.

Participate in customer demonstrations pre-tender activities and maintainability actions.

Contribute to internal training on the product.

Coordination & Follow-Up

Collaborate with solution directors supply chain and technical teams for volume forecasting.

Deploy strategic initiatives through robust governance.

Ensure technical communication (bulletins alerts technical notes).

Work closely with product architects and specification teams to identify generic features and promote standardization.

Consider quality and non-functional aspects (cybersecurity availability reliability).

Act as Program Development Manager (PDM) when required taking responsibility for the coordination planning and execution of development programs. This includes leading multidisciplinary teams ensuring technical and operational alignment delivering projects according to QCD objectives.

Profile

Education

Technical degree (mechanical electrical electronic) mandatory.

Additional business education or equivalent is a plus.

Experience

Significant experience in the railway industry with strong operational background.

Minimum 4-5 years in system/product engineering or product management in digital/railway/automotive/aerospace sectors.

Experience in product development across the full lifecycle.

Skills

Ability to develop strategies and structure improvement programs.

Global vision of product use cases customers and deliverables.

Capacity to build a strong network within the company.

Agile communication and ability to influence and federate.

Deployment of strategic initiatives through strong governance.

Technical communication and team leadership skills.

Risk and opportunity analysis anticipation and team mobilization.

Decision-making analytical and critical thinking problem-solving resilience.

Strong technical leadership with the ability to understand challenge and drive complex technical topics across multidisciplinary teams.

Ability to step into the Program Development Manager role when required coordinating technical development activities and ensuring successful program delivery.

You dont need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business were an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Job Type:Experienced