Job Description

　　As the Product Manager of Hand-Built Industrial Hose, you will be responsible for driving product strategy and planning, Internal and External stakeholder management, and ensuring the successful development and launch of our hand-built spiral industrial hose products. This is a role that requires a combination of strong strategic thinking, excellent communication skills, and the ability to inspire and motivate cross functionally.

　　Product Strategy and Planning

　　Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Research & Development, Business Development, Innovation Management, Marketing Communications, Supply Chain, Operations and the Segments to develop and execute product strategies aligned with company goals and market trendsConduct market research, competitor, and product analysis to identify new product opportunities and make informed decisionsDefine and prioritize product features, enhancements, unique selling propositions and releases based on customer needs and business objectives.Develop and manage product roadmaps, and the product life cycle, ensuring alignment with overall company strategy and objectivesProduct Development and Launch

　　Oversee the end-to-end product development process in conjunction with Innovation Management, Research & Development and Marketing Communications from ideation and requirements to development, testing, sales operation planning, and successful market launch of high quality products and programsCollaborate with Business Development, Marketing Communications and the Segment teams to develop go-to-market strategies, product positioning, and messagingMonitor product performance, gather customer feedback, and analyze data to identify areas for improvement and optimize product offeringsStakeholder Management

　　Build a compelling business case for your product initiatives, highlighting the value they bring to the organization, customers, and stakeholders themselves. Use data, market research, and user insights to support your argumentsCommunication and Transparency: Keep stakeholders informed about your product roadmap, milestones, and progress. Provide regular updates through meetings, presentations, emails, or a shared project management tool. Be transparent about challenges and risks and communicate how you plan to address themAdditional Information

　　All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

　　Proven ability to successfully work in highly diverse global teamsMinimum 5 years' work experiencein business to business sales, marketing and/or engineeringCompleted one or more:Participated in a process or market improvement (i.e. RIE)Supervised a team of 2 or moreManaged cross-functional project teamsMust be fluent in English for both written and oral communications. Fully embraces diversity.

　　EEO-Statement:

　　EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [email protected] or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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　　Qualifications

　　Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering

　　Minimum 3 years' work experience in business to business sales, marketing and/or engineering

　　This position is part of the One ContiTech reorganization. ContiTech employees will be given preference in the candidate selection.

　　Company Description

　　Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of 33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. The ContiTech group sector develops and manufactures, for example, cross-material, environmentally friendly and intelligent products and systems for the automotive industry, railway engineering, mining, agriculture and other key industries. Guided by the vision of "smart and sustainable solutions beyond rubber," the group sector draws on its long-standing knowledge of the industry and materials to open up new business opportunities by combining various materials with electronic components and individual services.