Group Product Manager RoleEdmund Optics is a leading manufacturer and supplier of optics, imaging, and photonics technology. With state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities and a global distribution network, we have established ourselves as one of the largest suppliers of off-the-shelf optical components.We support numerous markets around the globe, including advanced diagnostics, semiconductor & electronics, machine vision, automation, and R&D. Our products are used in various applications ranging from DNA sequencing to retinal eye scanning to high-speed factory automation.To accelerate our success and growth within the European Market, we are looking for a Group Product Manager who will be responsible for managing and mentoring a team of product managers while also directly overseeing the strategy, roadmap, and execution of key product categories.The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Astronomy, or related technical field. They should have 8+ years of experience in product management, with at least 5 years in a leadership or people management role, MBA or equivalent experience in business strategy and operations preferred.Key responsibilities include:Lead, mentor, and train a team of product managers across multiple product lines and office locationsFoster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and customer-centric thinkingSet individual goals/KPIs, conduct regular reviews, and support career developmentLead product discovery efforts to deeply understand customer needs, industry trends, and competitive dynamicsDrive a data-informed approach to product prioritization and optimizationDefine, execute, and communicate the product strategy and plan for their specific product areasDevelop business cases, business plans, and product roadmaps for those product areas, including forecasts, global competitive landscape, and target customers, applications, and marketsDevelop pricing and product launch strategies that support corporate goals and market expectationsMaintain relationships with key suppliers, partners, and customersTranslate customer pain points into clear, actionable product requirementsStay informed on the competitive landscape and emerging technologiesQualifications:A Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Astronomy, or related technical field8+ years of experience in product management, with at least 5 years in a leadership or people management roleDemonstrated success in ideating or identifying and launching successful productsStrong leadership and people development skillsHigh level of personal initiativeStrong analytical skills, organizational, and strategic thinking skillsEntrepreneurial spirit and technical curiosityExcellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration abilitiesWillingness to work with many groups, across departments, and show strong team spiritCan manage heavy workload of multiple, concurrent projects and priorities at onceExcellent problem solving and creative thinking capabilitiesProficient with all MS Office softwareWillingness to travel occasionally