Manager, Technical Product Management

Who are we?

Our passion for coffee makes SEB Professional North America a growing company!

We are in the professional coffee machine business managing three leading global brands: Schaerer, WMF, and Wilbur Curtis.

You can find our coffee machines in convenience stores, hotels, and restaurants worldwide. Chances are you have enjoyed a cup of coffee brewed by one of our products during your morning coffee run at McDonald’s, Dunkin, Starbucks, or Tim Hortons.

SEB Professional is a subsidiary of Groupe SEB, a large French consortium and the world’s largest manufacturer of cookware in more than 150 countries, with 36,000 employees and over €8,1 b in sales annually. Notable brand names associated are Tefal, T-Fal, Krups, Lagostina, Rowenta, Moulinex, SUPOR, Arno, Emsa, All-Clad. Our Company operates in the Professional Coffee Machine division.

Salary Range: Base Compensation: $135,000 - $155,000 + Annual Bonus

What you’ll do?

The Manager of Technical Product Management will be a part of the Product Management and Strategic Marketing Team that oversees product lines for SEB Professional North America with brands Schaerer, WMF & Wilbur Curtis. The role will focus on overseeing the team that works on technical product management and project coordination. This extends from increasing the success of the existing products to assisting in the technical requirements for new products and features for future. The role will also work directly with development and production (factory) teams to bring products to life from requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Technical Product Management organization by setting clear goals and expectations as a key part of managing performance to drive business outcomes.
• Define strategic direction of Technical Product management, in alignment with Global Product development teams.
• Ownership of the product development gate process in Americas for the three brands including milestones and deliverables.
• Provide guidance and expertise for product teams, leading and coaching the Technical Product Management team.
• Regularly review products with internal stakeholders to ensure the products meet expectations.
• Work closely with Product success team to: 1) Ensure a smooth hand-off for bringing the product to market & customers. 2) Work with PS on product issues and quality topics coming back from the field.
• Lead and coordinate customer specific projects.
• Develop product strategies and roadmaps with a customer-first mindset.
• Identify talent needs for projects as needed, assuring timelines are met.
• Drive partnership and collaboration with other teams within Cardinal & Visa, including Software Development.

What you need to be successful in this role:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 10 or more years of work experience. Or an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) with a minimum of at least 8 years of work experience.
• Involvement in product strategy from prototyping through to field testing and successful market launch, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of the product lifecycle.
• Field testing experience, highlighting the ability to conduct and leverage field insights for product refinement and market readiness.
• Within the Food and Beverage Equipment sector, particularly with coffee and hot dispensed beverages is a plus.
• People management experience and working with regional and global teams.
• Working with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and product marketing.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, Walking, and Manual Dexterity
• Ability to Lift up to 50lbs occasionally

Overview:

• Type of of employment: Full-time - Exempt
• Workplace type: Hybrid (3 days on-site, 2 days remote) Irvine, CA

Why SEB Professional North America?

Whether working remotely, in one of our offices, or flexing between the two, we offer a number of benefits and perks to support you and your family. Please ask your recruiter for additional details regarding our benefits.

• Medical / Dental / Vision insurance – generous employer contribution
• 401(K) program w/ up to 9% employer contribution
• Gym & Dental Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• voluntary benefits and discounts programs

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

SEB Professional is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see OFCCP Equal Employment.