Product Manager, Autonomous Mobile Robots

What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Magna is more than one of the world's largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global, entrepreneurial-minded team. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape.
Job Responsibilities:
Product Manager- Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR)
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Product Manager with a strong background in robotics, industrial automation, and hardware development. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in defining product strategy and driving the development of innovative solutions that meet the needs of our customers. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, particularly engineering, to gather and articulate customer requirements, then drive execution to ensure that our products align with market demands and deliver exceptional value.
Our team is building the next generation of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) and accessory products within Magna and their suppliers. We're focused on optimizing material handling workflows through software, robotics, and hardware solutions. This role will lead our product strategy and development of new vehicle platforms and/or accessory products that enable AMR applications.
Key Responsibilities:• Product Strategy & Vision: Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap, aligning with company goals and market opportunities for AMRs.• Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders, including customers and sales teams, to gather and prioritize product requirements. Translate customer needs into detailed business and functional specifications.• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, marketing, and strategy teams to ensure successful product development. Foster a collaborative environment that encourages open communication and feedback.• Market Research & Analysis: Conduct market research to identify competitive trends and customer needs. Analyze product performance metrics to inform decision-making.• User-Centric Focus: Advocate for the end-user experience, ensuring that the product meets user needs and expectations. Gather user feedback and iterate on product features accordingly.• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate product updates, roadmaps, and timelines to stakeholders. Prepare and present product demos and training sessions.• Product Lifecycle Management: Manage the entire product lifecycle from ideation to launch and post-launch analysis. Ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.• 2+ years of product management experience, particularly in robotics or industrial automation.• Strong understanding of robotics and automation and their applications in manufacturing.• Proven experience working closely with engineering teams to gather and document requirements.• Exceptional analytical skills, with the ability to leverage data to drive decisions.• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across teams.• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to product development
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Corporate