Exterior sun protection business stands out for its very strong dynamism and proved to be a long-term trend. SOMFY responds with innovative solutions that integrates controls sensors motorized sun protections such as rolling shutters and screens as well as smart home equipment.
For our Exterior business and attached to the Offer Marketing Manager Team Leader we are looking for a:
VIE Junior Product Manager Exterior Sun Protections (f/m)
for the markets in Germany / Switzerland / Austria for specific Exterior projects (especially in the fields of motorized sun protections controls and sensors) in close connection with our central R&D and Marketing in France.
Your main missions will be:
Market needs analysis and business case frame for innovations
Management of the Product Portfolio according to our standard process from specification phase to product launch and product phase-out :
Product specification in early project phase (with customers Somfy International etc.)
Preparation and global coordination of the product launch in project modus (including sales team marketing communication training center logistics etc.)
Planning and coordination of product phase-out
Test and qualification of new products (German specific applications) during the different project phases (until serial life)
Smart Services and Connected Solutions compatibility management
Strong links with France.
Why joining this mission
You will have the opportunity to:
Gain experience in product management by working on your own projects (2 to 3 projects)
Develop your adaptation skills by working on a large product portfolio and on several brands
Be at the heart of the subsidiarys interactions
Work in an international environment
Join a dynamic team thats eager to support your growth
Qualifications :
Bac5 (Business / Marketing / Engineering)
Technical affinities and interest in connected products.
Experience in product management is not mandatory but a previous experience in marketing would be appreciated: intern part-time student or first job
Excel: good level (prices forecasts) Powerpoint: very good level Canva would be a benefit
Soft skills: curiosity agile analytical mind proactive.
Fluent in English and basic German required.
Its a great environment to improve your level in German with colleagues willing to help you progress and are used to welcoming VIEs!
Additional Information :
Location: Rottenburg am Neckar 50 km from Stuttgart (possibility of living there if you have a car).
Period: Position to be filled 1st Quarter 2026
Duration: 12 to 18 months
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time