Product Manager I - Hardware Innovation - Miamisburg, OH
Product Manager I - Hardware Innovation - Miamisburg, OH
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Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency reduce waste advance sustainability circularity and transparency and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags software applications that connect the physical and digital and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide including home and personal care apparel general retail ecommerce logistics food and grocery pharmaceuticals and automotive we employ approximately 35000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $8.8 billion.
Job Description
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Hardware Product Manager to oversee the development of innovative intelligent label (IL) printers and data gathering devices. This position will work closely with both our internal development team and external partners to guide product development from concept to market. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of hardware product life cycles from ideation and design through to manufacturing and postlaunch support. They will play a pivotal role in driving collaboration aligning internal and external stakeholders and ensuring product deliverables meet both technical specifications and market demands.
Key Responsibilities:
Product Strategy & Roadmap Development:
Lead the development and execution of the product roadmap for label printers and data gathering devices aligned with company goals and market trends.
Work with leadership to define product vision goals and strategies that align with overall business objectives.
Continuously assess and prioritize product opportunities ensuring clear alignment with customer needs and market demands.
Collaboration with Internal Development Team:
Act as the main point of contact between the internal product engineering design and manufacturing teams to ensure alignment on product specifications timelines and budgets.
Define product requirements user stories and functional specifications in collaboration with crossfunctional teams.
Coordinate product development cycles ensuring milestones are met and managing risks to avoid delays or cost overruns.
Facilitate internal testing product validation and quality assurance processes.
Partner & Vendor Management:
Cultivate and manage relationships with external partners manufacturers and suppliers to ensure product success.
Work closely with partners to define and agree on product specifications design requirements and manufacturing processes.
Monitor vendor performance ensuring adherence to quality standards timelines and cost constraints.
Analyze past sales data market trends seasonal fluctuations and current inventory levels to estimate future product demand.
Evaluate thirdparty technology solutions and manage integrations where applicable (e.g. data gathering components software compatibility).
Market & Customer Insights:
Conduct market research competitor analysis and customer feedback collection to inform product development decisions and feature prioritization.
Identify and track industry trends emerging technologies and customer pain points in the label printing and data gathering space.
Engage with endusers and customers to refine product features and ensure solutions meet their specific needs.
Product Launch & Lifecycle Management:
Lead the successful launch of new products collaborating with marketing sales and customer support teams to develop gotomarket strategies.
Monitor product performance postlaunch ensuring continuous improvement and resolution of customer issues.
Oversee product updates and enhancements throughout the product lifecycle.
Manage product discontinuation and endoflife strategies for legacy products.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors degree in Engineering Computer Science Industrial Design or a related field.
Experience:
3 years of experience in hardware product management particularly with devices such as label printers barcode scanners data collection hardware or similar products.
Proven track record in managing hardware development from concept to launch in a crossfunctional environment.
Strong experience working with external partners manufacturers and suppliers to develop and deliver hardware products.
Demonstrated experience managing product lifecycles prioritizing feature sets and making tradeoffs based on market needs and technical constraints.
Skills:
Strong understanding of hardware development processes including prototyping testing manufacturing and quality control.
Solid technical knowledge in embedded systems firmware and hardwaresoftware integration.
Ability to translate customer needs into detailed product specifications and requirements.
Expertise in managing relationships with thirdparty vendors and manufacturers.
Strong business acumen with the ability to align product development with broader business objectives.
Analytical mindset with the ability to assess market data customer feedback and technical feasibility.
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (e.g. Agile Scrum etc.).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with IoT devices wireless communication and sensor integration.
Familiarity with industry standards and certifications related to hardware (e.g. CE FCC RoHS).
Prior experience in a global product management role working with teams and partners across different time zones and cultures.
Experience with cloudbased solutions or data management platforms integrated with hardware devices.
Personal Attributes:
Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead crossfunctional teams and external partners.
ProblemSolving: Innovative thinker with a focus on identifying problems and developing creative solutions.
DetailOriented: Meticulous and thorough especially when working on complex hardware systems.
Adaptability: Comfortable navigating fastpaced environments and adapting to changing market demands.
Collaborative: Effective at building strong relationships with diverse internal teams and external stakeholders.
CustomerFocused: Driven by a passion for delivering outstanding products that solve real customer problems.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
