Hitachi

Product Manager (f/m/d)

Karlstein am Main, Bavaria, Germany Full time

Location:

Karlstein am Main, Bavaria, Germany

Job ID:

R0109737

Date Posted:

2025-10-21

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG

Profession (Job Category):

Sales, Marketing & Product Management

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity 

 

Are you motivated, creative, and result-oriented with a strategic mindset? Do you want to be the “CEO” of a product? Then we have the ideal opportunity for you!

 

As a Product Manager, you will be responsible for the product portfolio of Gas Insulated Switchgear, specifically those allocated to the Classic, Limited, and Obsolete phases in the Life Cycle, and managed by our Product Service Centre. You will drive the development of new service solutions, with digital technology playing a central role in enhancing customer experiences and service offerings.

Our flexible work practices are designed to help you optimize both personal and business performance, creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

 

How you’ll make an impact

  • Define suitable services throughout the product life cycle, including business case development and communication of changes
  • Identify customer needs / white spots and translate them into technical and commercial requirements for new service products
  • Develop and implement service concepts within the R&D process
  • Lead projects for the development of new service offerings
  • Conduct research to identify specific customer segments and uncover key values that influence their purchasing decisions
  • Create and implement product strategies and support the development and distribution of marketing materials
  • Manage product performance, while partnering with product development, technical and marketing teams to incorporate customer needs into product design

 

Your background 

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering and additional training in business administration or marketing
  • Good know-how of Gas Insulated Switchgear or other High Voltage equipment is mandatory
  • Good communication skills in English (written and spoken), any other language is an advantage
  • A flair for working in an international environment and out-of-the-box thinking
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and engage with stakeholders at all levels
  • Willingness to travel up to 15% internationally

 

More about us

  • You will do interesting and enriching work, as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team which is committed to innovation, continuous improvement
  • You will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow – we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunities
  • We offer an environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thought
  • Our culture is one of a kind: Come as you are and bring your unique attributes, passion and drive to Hitachi Energy, contributing to making us ‘the place to be’ and to our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for all
  • Flexible working, including hybrid/remote working opportunities
  • A competitive compensation and benefits package

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