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Director of Product Management and Application Engineering (m/f/x)
Büdingen, Frankfurt am Main, Gießen, Hanau, Aschaffenburg, Gelnhausen
Aktualität: 23.12.2024
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23.12.2024, Exide Technologies GmbH
Büdingen, Frankfurt am Main, Gießen, Hanau, Aschaffenburg, Gelnhausen
Director of Product Management and Application Engineering (m/f/x)
Über uns:
Energizing a new world with Exide Technologies
Exide Technologies ( www.exidegroup.com ) is an internationally leading provider of innovative and sustainable battery storage solutions for automotive and industrial applications. With more than 135 years of experience, Exide has developed and globally marketed innovative batteries and systems, contributing to the energy transition and driving a cleaner future. Exide Technologies' culture and strategy are centred on recycling, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. The company has 11 manufacturing and 3 recycling facilities across Europe, ensuring resilience and a low CO2 footprint with a local supply chain. With a team of 5,000 employees, we provide EUR1.6bn energy storage solutions and services to customers worldwide, every year.
Exide Technologies' Energy Solutions division is developing and manufacturing stationary energy storage batteries, from backup power to large-scale storage systems (BESS and C&I). Exide´s technology portfolio spans from multiple lead-acid over to lithium-ion technologies supporting the global energy transition and digitalization. Our storage systems are used in UPS, Telecom, Datacenters, Public Transport, in Front-of- and Behind-the-Meter applications and many more.
For our fast growing division Energy Solutions at the earliest possible date we are looking for a:
Working with us means being engaged and agile. Our culture of continuous learning and commitment to sustainability and diversity create an environment where you can grow your skills and your career.
Aufgaben:
- The Director of Product Management and Application Engineering will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our battery product lines. This leadership position requires a strategic thinker with deep expertise in battery technologies. The ideal candidate will drive product innovation, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure that our offerings meet market demands while adhering to regulatory standards.
- Strategic Leadership
- Vision Development: Establish and communicate a clear vision for product management and application engineering that aligns with the company's overall strategic goals.
- Roadmap Creation: Develop comprehensive product roadmaps for lead-acid and lithium battery technologies, focusing on both current offerings and future innovations.
- Market Analysis & Customer Insights
- Market Research: Conduct thorough market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape dynamics. Focus on applications within BESS, electric vehicles (EVs), and industrial sectors.
- Customer Engagement: Engage with key customers and stakeholders to gather feedback on product performance and identify opportunities for improvement or new product development.
- Product Development & Lifecycle Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead cross-functional teams comprising R&D, engineering, marketing, sales, and operations to ensure cohesive product development processes.
- Lifecycle Oversight: Manage the entire product lifecycle from ideation through commercialization. This includes defining product specifications, overseeing design and testing phases, and developing go-to-market strategies.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all products comply with relevant safety and environmental regulations, including those specific to battery manufacturing.
- Financial Performance & Optimization
- Budget Management: Develop and manage budgets for product lines, ensuring alignment with financial goals and resource allocation.
- Performance Metrics: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor product performance in the marketplace. Analyze data to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Team Leadership & Development
- Mentorship: Provide mentorship and guidance to a team of product managers and application engineers. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
- Talent Development: Identify skill gaps within the team and implement training programs to enhance capabilities in battery technology applications.
Qualifikationen:
- University degree in Engineering (Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical or similar).
- Multiple years of experience in product management within the battery industry, with a focus on lead-acid and lithium technologies.
- Strong understanding of batteries, manufacturing processes, and application engineering principles.
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to battery safety and environmental impact.
- Exceptional leadership skills with experience managing diverse teams across multiple functions.
- Strong analytical abilities coupled with excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Proficient written and spoken german and english skills
Wir bieten:
- We offer you a challenging, responsible and varied job in a modern, fast growing divison within an International Corporation. You can expect a highly collegial working environment with a reasonable scope for action and decision-making. You will benefit from exciting personal and professional development opportunities, additional corporate well-being initiatives, and several key benefits, including:
- Permanent contract
- Fixed and variable competitive compensation
- Hybrid working model: combination of remote and collaborative office experience to enable innovation (3 days per week in the office, 2 days remote work after initial adaptation period).
- Annual holidays: 30 days
- Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognise your performance and potential.
- Professional growth possibilities & learning opportunities.
- Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.
- Contribute to innovative projects
- A real perspective of working in a dynamic environment
Unser Kontakt:
Exide Technologies GmbH
Im Thiergarten
63654 Büdingen
Weitere Informationen:
Exide is an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.
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