VIE: Marketing Product Manager - Germany (H/F)

VIE: Junior Marketing Product Manager - Germany (H/F)

• Contract

As the preferred partner for window and door automation, SOMFY is committed to inspiring new and better ways of living for all. As a French, family-owned, and independent group, in continuous growth since our creation, we have been world leaders for 50 years and pioneers in home automation. Innovation continuously guides our work and guarantees the excellence of our solutions.

We are present in 58 countries, with eight production sites and 17 R&D centers. We are deeply committed to the well-being of our 7,000 employees, promoting their sustainable employability by encouraging internal mobility and developing their skills. We foster diversity and inclusion by building on our strong corporate culture.

Mission based in Rottenburg am Neckar (Stuttgart region) - Germany

Duration: 12 to 18 months

Under the supervision of a senior product manager in the Product Competence Center.

Your main mission is:

Junior Product Manager for the markets in Germany / Switzerland / Austria for specific Exterior & Outdoor Living projects (especially in the fields of motorized sun protections, controls and sensors) in close connection with our central R&D and Marketing in France.

• Management of the Product Portfolio according to our standard process from specification phase to product launch and product phase-out:
  • Define product specifications in collaboration with customers, Somfy International, etc.
  • Prepare and coordinate the product launch in a project-oriented way together with the sales team, marketing communication, training center, logistics, etc.
  • Plan and coordinate product phase-out
• Test and qualify new products

Strong links with France. Business trips to the headquarters in France (Cluses) to be planned.

Why join this mission?

You will have the opportunity to:

• Gain experience in product management by working on your own projects (2 to 3 projects)
• Develop your adaptation skills by working on a large product portfolio and on several brands
• Be at the heart of the subsidiary's interactions
• Work in an international environment
• Join a dynamic team that's eager to support your growth

Minimum Requirements:

• Bac+5 (Business / Marketing / Engineering)
• Technical affinities and interest in connected products.
• Experience in product management is not mandatory but a previous experience in marketing would be appreciated: intern, part-time student, or first job.
• Excel: good level (prices, forecasts), PowerPoint: very good level.
• Soft skills: curiosity, agility, analytical mind, proactivity.
• Fluent in English and basic German required.

It's a great environment to improve your level in German, with colleagues willing to help you progress and who are used to welcoming VIEs!

Location: Rottenburg am Neckar, 50 km from Stuttgart (possibility of living there if you have a car).

Period: Position to be filled from March/April 2025 at the soonest.

Duration: 12 to 18 months

Comply with VIE eligibility requirements (source: service-public.fr)
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