Senior Product Manager (Upstream) - Pharmacy Automation (m/f/d)

Key Responsibilities

• Own the upstream strategy for a next-generation automation platform
• Work at the intersection of robotics + software + customer workflows

About Our Client

For a leading global medical technology company, we are currently looking for an experienced Upstream Marketing & Product Management leader to shape the next generation of a robotics-driven inventory management platform for pharmacy automation . In this role, you will define the multi-year product strategy and roadmap, drive next-gen new product development, and translate deep customer insights into a differentiated portfolio that improves safety, efficiency, and the overall pharmacy experience . You will work in a highly international, cross-functional environment across R&D, Quality/Regulatory, Manufacturing, Regions, and Commercial teams .

Job Description

• Define and communicate the product vision, strategy and roadmap (TAM/SAM, segmentation, personas, use cases, business cases, pricing/margin levers).
• Lead next-gen NPD programs from early concept through launch excellence, ensuring compliant and complete deliverables.
• Drive deep customer, market and competitive insights across retail and hospital pharmacy workflows.
• Support global expansion strategy (market entry sequencing, channels, partnerships, localized value propositions).
• Manage lifecycle performance , including sustaining enhancements, cost/quality programs, and end-of-life decisions.
• Enable strong stakeholder alignment and operating rigor across a global matrix organization.
• Ensure a strong quality & compliance mindset across claims, evidence and promotional materials.

The Successful Applicant

• 8-12+ years in product management / upstream marketing in automation, robotics, MedTech, healthcare IT or adjacent regulated domains.
• Proven track record leading complex cross-functional programs combining hardware + software/UX .
• Strong commercial mindset: market sizing, business cases, pricing, and growth planning.
• Strong customer discovery and VoC capability; confident engaging with pharmacists, operations and IT stakeholders.
• Clear communicator with strong storytelling and data fluency.
• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Pharmacy or similar (MBA/MS is a plus).
• Fluent in English; German strongly preferred .
• Willingness to travel approx. 20-30% .

What's on Offer

• High-impact role with global visibility and direct influence on a next-generation healthcare automation platform.
• Flexible working model (hybrid setup, full-time or part-time options depending on your situation).
• Strong development & growth opportunities in an international MedTech environment (learning, leadership exposure, and long-term career paths).