Director of Product - Connectivity (m/f/d)
“This position can be based at any Siemens location across the EMEA region.”
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Siemens
Digital Industries Operations Software is a suite of integrated digital
solutions to engineer, simulate and operate manufacturing operations across
industries. Operations Software includes our product portfolio in manufacturing
engineering (COMOS, Tecnomatix, NX CAM, ...) & production operations (Win
CC, Scada, PCS 7 / neo, Opcenter, Insights Hub, ...). The portfolio helps
organizations across many different industries to improve operational
efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance decision-making by providing real-time
visibility and control across manufacturing and business processes.
Formula 1
cars, ships, mobile phones, space exploration vehicles, food & beverages,
pharmaceuticals and many of the other objects we see in our daily lives are
being conceived and produced using our software.
We're
redefining the industrial world using data and AI to make production: Agile,
Adaptive, Autonomous. Eliminate productivity boundaries for today’s and
tomorrow’s production operation. Join our mission to build the most
comprehensive next generation AI-native Industrial Operations Software
portfolio as the new operation system for industry in the age of AI. With us
you have the chance to now apply AI to where it really matters: In the physical
world of an industrial production and engineering of real things.
As part of
Siemens Operations Software (OPS-SW), the Technology, Data Fabric & Agentic
AI organization provides the technology foundation that enables the next
generation of industrial software. Its portfolio includes AI Production &
Engineering Systems, Data Fabric, Agentic AI frameworks, connectivity
platforms, semantic data models, cloud-native architectures, and industrial AI
services that power autonomous, scalable, and intelligent operations across the
OPS-SW portfolio.
As Director
of Product Management - Connectivity, you will be responsible for the
strategic direction and market development of the Connectivity portfolio of DI
SW Operations Software (OpsSW). You will lead the Product Management team of
the Connectivity unit and steer the product strategy for the Information
Connector - Digital Industries' consolidated connectivity product - as well as
for the existing connectivity portfolio. Connectivity is a foundational enabler
for many of the digital threads and for many growth opportunities in OpsSW, and
thus an important element of the journey toward autonomous manufacturing.
Contextualized shopfloor data is a key element for scaling the use of AI in
industry. You will personally make consistent use of modern AI tools for market
and competitive analysis, pricing and packaging, and for accelerating the
day-to-day work of your team.
Your Area of Impact
- Disciplinary and functionalleadership of the Connectivity unit's Product Management team and buildingof a high-impact, customer focused PM organization
- Ownership of the productstrategy and roadmap of the Information Connector as a standalone productand as an enabler component within the OpsSW products
- Definition and execution of thepricing and packaging strategy in close alignment with the OpsSW portfoliomgmt., OpsSW business lines and Sales
- Steering of the sunset pathsfor legacy connectivity products and ownership of the migration plans forinstalled-base customers
- Leadership of pilot customerengagements and ownership of the market launch of the InformationConnector
- Development and execution ofthe go-to-market strategy including bundling concepts with relevant OpsSWproducts and with a clear focus on lead verticals
- Ensuring that the InformationConnector meets the requirements of an Operational Data Fabric and AgenticAI ("AI Operations")
- Building and maintainingstrategic partnerships with external providers and Hyperscalers
- Establishing AI-assisted waysof working in Product Management (e.g., for market and competitiveanalysis, customer insights, content creation, and pricing simulations)and fostering a corresponding tool and data culture within the team
- Close collaboration incl.stakeholder management on senior mgmt. level with relevant Business Lines,Sales (Automation and SW sales channels) and central technology teams
Your Success is Based on
- Several years of experience inproduct management, ideally in the fields of industrial software, IIoT,industrial automation, or industrial connectivity
- Proven experience leadingproduct management teams and managing complex product portfolios withoverlapping lifecycles
- Deep understanding ofindustrial sectors and of the relevant competitive landscape
- Experience with modern pricingand packaging models (e.g. tier-based)
- Solid technical understandingof edge and hybrid architectures as well as industrial protocols
- Experience in conceptualizingand driving product strategies and strategy projects - ideally in thecontext of product consolidations
- Affinity for and provenexperience in actively using modern AI tools to increase the speed andquality of Product Management work
- Affinity for AI-driven productevolution and for positioning connectivity as an enabler for agenticmanufacturing
- Strong ability to influence andconvince at C-level and across business unit boundaries
- Excellent communication,facilitation, and presentation skills, as well as experience in directinteraction at senior management level
- Strong ability to developconstructive solutions even in controversial discussions while maintainingfocus on win-win situations
- FluentEnglish skills, German advantageous
Join our Digital World
At Siemens
Digital Industries Operations Software, flexibility is how we work - hybrid by
default, built on trust and autonomy. We build technology that shapes the real
world. You'll grow through real projects, strong technical peers, and global
mobility, backed by the scale and benefits of an industrial operations software
leader. We're committed to equality and inclusion, and we hire based on merit,
skills, and impact. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape
tomorrow!
Our
Benefits & Rewards
The actual
compensation offered is based on the successful candidate's job-related skills,
experience, and relevant education/training. Siemens offers a wide range of
health and wellness benefits to employees
Our
Commitment to Equity and Inclusion
We value
equal opportunities and welcome applications from [people with
disabilities](https://www.siemens.com/de/en/company/jobs/life-at-siemens/inclusion.html). At
Siemens, we believe people who've had real experiences dealing with being
different will excel as leaders. Let's foster a culture of creativity and
innovation. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided
reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview
process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and
privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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