Product Manager, Advanced

Product Manager, AdvancedThis website stores cookies to enhance user experience and to analyze performance and traffic on our website. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners.# Careers## Product Manager, AdvancedApply: Hybrid Work: Lincolnshire, Illinois: Full time: Posted Today: JR103592**Overview:**At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges. Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally. Come make an impact every day at Zebra. **What We're Looking For:**We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and execution-oriented Product Manager.Advanced to drive the vision, development, and commercial success Overview: We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and execution-oriented Advanced Product Manager to drive the vision, development, and commercial success of our next-generation solutions. In this role, you will lead the end-to-end lifecycle of assigned products—from market discovery and business case formulation through technical execution and global launch. As a recognized subject matter expert, you will leverage deep insights into customer needs, competitive dynamics, and distribution channels to influence product strategy and maximize portfolio profitability. Operating with significant autonomy, you will spearhead cross-functional teams through our New Product Introduction framework. Location- \\*\\*\\*Role is required to be onsite in the Lincolnshire, IL office (Hybrid- Minimum of 3 days in the office per week).**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:*** Through comprehensive knowledge of market, competitive landscape, customer requirements, distribution channels and Zebra offerings, anticipates market and customer requirements for assigned product(s).* Works collaboratively with other functional leaders to develop and align business objectives. Owns development presentation of business case by completing supportive research, authoring slides, and delivering presentations to internal and external audiences, routinely including senior management.* Monitors and reports business metrics against plan. Recommends metrics to assess business performance. Develops documentation of product and market requirements. Fully accountable for integrated business plan inputs.* Owns product lifecycle management for assigned product lines of moderate to high complexity including tactical execution, managing custom requirements, developing and driving end of life plans and execution of inventory objectives.* Demonstrates full knowledge of development process* Responsible for complete product offer definitions, rallies teams to create the product offer following Zebra’s New Product Introduction (NPI), coordinates post launch activities such as sales support, bid and quote support, and customer presentations.* Sets pricing strategy. Establishes product price to maximize sales and profitability.* Recommends promotion strategy by working in collaboration with the Product Marketing department.* Provides recommendations to influence distribution strategy to meet market needs. Supports product launch by providing a comprehensive understanding of the value proposition. Deliver product training to sales, sales engineers, technical support and other internal and external stakeholders.* Works closely with development teams and other key stakeholders to oversee new product development validating development is on spec. Identifies beta site targets, drafts, and implements plans.* Monitors financial performance of product lines and makes recommendations for pricing action against revenue and margin objectives. Sets target product costs for new products. Evaluates cost reduction initiatives working in concert with sustaining engineering, finance, and other internal partners.**Qualifications:****Required Qualifications*** A bachelor’s degree is required.* 8+ years of experience* Full life cycle program management experienced* Experience with Hardware& Software Engineering Solutions and Program Management* Advanced level skills in Microsoft business applications including: Word, Excel, and Outlook – Advanced P&L knowledge **Preferred Qualifications*** Master's degree preferred.* Understand the components of the AI development lifecycle from both a development and GTM perspective.* Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams across global locations and time zones, fostering collaboration and driving successful outcomes.* Exceptional strategic leadership, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders.* Strong attention to detail / quality* Strong process adherence* Advanced analytical and organizational skills* Demonstrates good judgement in decision making, applies knowledge and experience to guide decisions* Strong business acumen* Strong communication skills (listening, providing clear and concise information, using proper language and grammar) – Advanced problem solving skills**Travel up to 15%****Location- \\*\\*\\*Role is required to be onsite in the Lincolnshire, IL office (Hybrid- Minimum of 3 days in the office per week).****Come join our team!****Equal Opportunity Employer:**Zebra 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, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io Your Rights: sus Derechos: 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 at View email address on click.appcast.io .**Pay Range:**$122,800.00 - $184,200.00 Annual**Incentive Compensation:**In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 12% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.**Zebra Total Rewards:**Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.**Benefits:**We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.**Job Posting Statement:**To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system. 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