Product Manager North America (Remote)

Company Description

Schréder has a century-long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, with an ultimate focus on creating meaningful moments for people in public spaces. In 2019, we started creating the future of Lightability™ by building a new center of excellence that aims to position Schréder amongst the global leaders in SmartCity solutions. With connectivity more vital than ever, as Experts in Lightability™, we propose lighting infrastructure that will play a pivotal role in building Smart Cities. A family-owned Belgian company with headquarters in Brussels, we are present in over 70 countries on 5 continents.  

Will you take the challenge? Let’s light up the future together! 

**This role is fully remote and can be based anywhere in the U.S., provided there is easy access to a major airport.

Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated and strategic Product Manager for North America to drive the growth of our luminaire business within the infrastructure and urban deco lighting solutions portfolio. This portfolio includes urban decorative, cities & communities, road, tunnel, sports, industry, and smart lighting product solutions. Working globally, this candidate will closely collaborate with the Schréder Hyperion team in Portugal and Ligman teams in Thailand to drive product solutions for the North America market.

What you will do: 

Product leadership: 

• Lead the product line(s) for the North America lighting market, driving success and performance by working closely with global teams to ensure timely launches for the region.

Market, customer, and business planning:

• Conduct thorough research and gain deep understanding of market dynamics including competition, trends, new technologies, and pricing to grow revenue with the product line.
• Author new product technical requirements needed for growth and create comprehensive business plans.

Product portfolio road mapping:

• Implement plans to adjust and enhance the product portfolio roadmaps, documenting new product development plans to expand our global catalog and facilitate growth.

Regulatory compliance:

• Ensure products comply with relevant regulations and standards such as UL and DLC approvals across North America.

Sales enablement:

• Ensure the sales team and indirect representatives understand the value, positioning, applications, and capabilities of our products and our design and engineering services.

Qualifications

At Schréder, entrepreneurship and a growth mindset are essential. It's not just about who you are but who you want to become with us. 

Skills Requested:

• Proven experience (7+ years) in product management, preferably within the lighting industry or a related field.

• Demonstrated success in developing and launching new products, preferably in a global or North American market context.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data and trends into actionable insights.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams on a global level.

• Capacity to stay abreast of new technology trends, competitive threats, and relevant global industry trends.

Additional Information

At Schréder, every employee is valued for their skill set. We actively look for and choose employees based on their experience and the value they bring to the company. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

What we have waiting for you 

• A positive work environment: You can expect to work in an environment that is safe, supportive, and free from discrimination or harassment.  
• Flexibility at work: For all functions that allow it, we encourage hybrid working, as both in-person and remote work has benefits.  
• Growth opportunities: You will be part of a global company that encourages your employees to learn and develop daily and pursue their career goals at Schréder. Our soul is entrepreneurial, so take some risks, allow yourself to get out of your comfort zone and grow with us! 
• Open communication: We encourage open communication between employees and managers and feedback and suggestions between all organisational levels. 
• Shared purpose: If you will be here with us, we share the same values.  
• Deeper connections: We are friendly and open to those who arrive, see great value in our differences and diversity, and work together with trust and collabor