Product Manager (m/f/d) - Material Science Microscopy

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Evident employs around 4,500 people at a total of 57 locations worldwide. Evident Europe, headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, employs approximately 770 people in 16 countries. The product portfolio includes a wide range of microscope systems used in clinical diagnostics, medical and basic research, as well as in various industrial areas. In addition, Evident offers videoscopes, products for non-destructive testing techniques and for X-ray fluorescence analysis.

As Product Manager(Software), you are responsible for the life cycle management of software for Material Science applications in R&D and QC markets in the assigned regions.

• Strategic management and development of the product portfolio over the entire life cycle
• Development and implementation of product strategies in coordination with global and cross-functional teams
• Provide timely feedback and work closely with R&D on daily basis to execute product development plan.
• Responsible for SW P&L including monitoring sales results and activities as well as pricing strategy/cost calculation and analysis
• Generate meaningful product and marketing material and conduct internal product training as part of the product launch activities
• Select and evaluate 3rd party products or components to complement the product portfolio
• Leverage deep product and application knowledge to address complex customer questions when necessary
• Stay well informed of product-relevant technology and market dynamics as well as customer needs
• You will be able to absorb market key aspects, success criteria, risks and opportunities rapidly and effectively.
• International travel up to 30%
• Any other tasks as assigned by Supervisor.

• Min Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science field with equivalent work experience in technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in product development, marketing or sales, preferably of microscopic imaging systems or cameras
• Solid technical proficiency across techniques related to Material Science, Imaging, and/or Industrial Microscopy (not required to be a subject matter expert).
• Proven experience in software product management (preferred).
• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies (preferred).
• Strong customer orientation with the ability to translate user needs into actionable product requirements.
• Demonstrated business acumen with a focus on driving revenue growth and profitability.
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking with a market-driven, results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to simplify and present complex topics in a clear and compelling manner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluency in English required; proficiency in French and/or German is an added advantage.
• Ability to work autonomously while travelling in various time zones.
• Track record of successful international and multicultural teamwork (US, Europe, Japan)