Product Manager - Servo (Motion Control)

Hawthorne Executive Search

Product Manager - Servo (Motion Control)

Raleigh, NC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Product Manager – Servo Systems

    Raleigh | Onsite | Industrial Automation

    We’re seeking a Product Manager to lead the strategy and lifecycle of servo system products for a global industrial automation leader. This role requires a strong technical foundation in motion control, coupled with commercial acumen to drive product success across North America.

    You’ll own the vision, roadmap, and execution from New Product Introduction (NPI) to End-of-Life (EOL), working cross-functionally with engineering, sales, and global product teams to meet business objectives.

    Key Responsibilities

    Product Strategy & Execution

    • Define product vision aligned with long-term business goals

    • Identify focus verticals, customer profiles, and target markets

    • Develop 5+ year revenue projections and growth plans

    • Collaborate with global teams to drive product performance

    Lifecycle Management

    • Lead NPI planning, product migration, and EOL strategy

    • Establish pricing, inventory control, and RMA processes

    Market Intelligence

    • Gather market, economic, and competitive insights

    • Recommend product enhancements and certifications needed by region

    Support & Enablement

    • Develop technical sales tools, training content, and documentation

    • Support customer engagement, trade shows, and product promotion

    Qualifications

    • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field

    • 5+ years in product management (servo/motion control experience required)

    • Strong technical understanding of servo systems and industrial applications

    • Proven ability to manage complex product lifecycles

    • Skilled in cross-functional collaboration, strategy execution, and decision-making

    • Excellent communication and presentation skills

    • Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word

    • Willing to travel domestically and internationally

    Key Strengths

    • Technical & commercial understanding of servo/motion control systems

    • Strategic thinking, data analysis, and problem-solving

    • Ownership mindset with strong initiative and follow-through

    • Team-oriented and adaptable in a dynamic global organization