Product Manager, Military and Aerospace - Europe(m/w/x)

## Product Manager, Military and Aerospace - Europe *\*\*\*This position can be located within France, Germany and UK and is not bound to a specific location.\*\*\** **Task description:** * **Conduct detailed inventory analyses** for interconnect products tailored to the Mil/Aero sector, ensuring optimal availability to reduce stockouts while improving inventory turnover to meet critical project demands. * **Drive growth in Mil/Aero sales** by strategically managing and expanding the supplier portfolio, focusing on high-reliability components essential to aerospace and defense applications. * **Serve as the primary supplier liaison** for interconnect products, coordinating technical product information, consultations, and support for field and inside sales teams to meet stringent industry standards. * **Support customer design-in processes**, providing expert consulting during visits to integrate connector solutions that meet Mil/Aero specifications and operational needs. * **Develop and implement competitive strategies**, leveraging market insights to strengthen positioning in the aerospace and defense industry while guiding the team with actionable recommendations. * **Lead and participate in supplier meetings,** including Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), to ensure alignment on goals, maintain compliance, and foster robust supplier relationships. * **Collaborate on marketing initiatives** for assigned product lines, enhancing visibility and driving demand within the Mil/Aero market segment. * **Conduct product training sessions** tailored to Mil/Aero requirements, equipping the team with in-depth knowledge of technical specifications and customer priorities. * **Prepare and present monthly KPI reports,** delivering insights on performance metrics relevant to the aerospace and defense market to inform strategic decisions. * **Act as the system expert** for CRM/TELNET tools, providing guidance on usage to optimize sales and operational efficiency for Mil/Aero-focused activities. * **Support onboarding of new hires,** delivering targeted training and ensuring seamless integration into the team, with an emphasis on Mil/Aero product knowledge and processes. * **Provide leadership coverage as needed,** ensuring continuity in operations and addressing team requirements in the absence of managers or team leaders. * **Offer ongoing support as a Subject Matter Expert (SME),** addressing technical and operational inquiries specific to the Mil/Aero market, fostering expertise within the team. ## Requirements * At least 5 years of experience in similar position in VAD interconnect distribution business * Successfully finished business and/or technical education * Strong comprehension skills, strong communication skills, ability to work in team environment * Experience in design-in and supplier management * Independent working behavior, process-oriented and strategic thinking ability * Market know-how and knowledge of interconnect or electromechanical products is elementary * Ability to communicate in English and local language (other European languages would be an advantage) * In-depth knowledge of company processes and systems (CRM/TELNET). * Ability to train and support new hires. * Willingness to travel European-wide for training, meetings and team support up to 20% of the time * Strong communication skills, with the ability to act as a backup for managerial roles. **We offer:** * A family-like work atmosphere * Permanent employment (unlimited contract), fair salary including a bonus scheme * Onboarding week and training opportunities * Heilind welcome package, capital-forming benefits, corporate discounts, Edenred City Card, and more * 28 days of vacation, plus December 24th and 31st off, special leave for personal occasions * A secure job in a growing company with nearly 50 years of market presence * An international work environment, participation in projects, and development opportunities