Product Manager - Large Format Printing

Epson is a global technology leader dedicated to delivering innovative imaging and printing solutions that help businesses improve productivity, creativity, and operational efficiency. Our Commercial and Industrial Printing business is transforming the way professionals produce photography, fine art, graphic arts, proofing, signage, textiles, and other specialty applications through industry-leading large-format printing technology.Epson is seeking a Product Manager to join the Professional Photo Products team within our Large Format Printing business. This role will focus on Epson’s professional large-format photo portfolio and the products, software, media, and workflows used in photography, fine art reproduction, graphic arts, and proofing applications.In this role, you will help shape the product roadmap and manage products throughout their lifecycle—from evaluating customer and market needs and working with global engineering teams on product development to launch, positioning, pricing, forecasting, and ongoing product management. You will develop a strong understanding of the needs of professional photographers, photo labs, fine art printmakers, graphic arts professionals, and other imaging customers, translating those needs into recommendations that help ensure our solutions are technically ready, commercially relevant, and positioned for success.You will work hands-on with Epson’s professional photo products and printing workflows, evaluating how printers, inks, media, software, color-management tools, and related technologies work together to deliver exceptional image quality, color accuracy, consistency, and reliability. You will collaborate closely with technical, sales, marketing, and service teams to support new-product introductions and the ongoing success of the portfolio.This is an ideal opportunity for someone who combines wide-format printing experience with a passion for professional imaging, technical curiosity, and strong business acumen. You should enjoy working directly with products, testing print quality and workflows, evaluating media and applications, solving technical and commercial problems, and collaborating across teams to bring successful products and solutions to market. Experience with professional photography, fine art printing, proofing, color management, or related imaging workflows is highly desirable.This position is based at Epson America’s headquarters in Los Alamitos, California, and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule. Due to the hands-on nature of the role, regular on-site presence is needed, particularly during onboarding and when working with Epson’s product portfolio and technical teams.What You Will DoProduct DevelopmentProvide input into the development of product roadmaps for assigned productsPartner with Epson's global headquarters and engineering teams to monitor product development and recommend solutions that address North American market needsConduct and analyze market, customer, competitive, and technical information and translate findings into product recommendationsEvaluate product capabilities, print workflows, media, applications, and market requirements to support product development and commercialization decisionsProduct ManagementContribute to achieving revenue and gross profit objectives for assigned productsEstablish and manage structured processes for successful product launchesCollaborate with Marketing Communications, Documentation, Service and Support, Logistics, Sales, global headquarters, and other cross-functional teams to manage products throughout their lifecycleRecommend product positioning and pricing strategies based on market needs, competitive dynamics, and business objectivesProvide recommendations for advertising, promotional, and product marketing activitiesManage product lifecycle and transition activities to help minimize inventory and support launch timelinesServe as an internal and external product expert and champion for assigned productsSupport sales teams through customer visits, presentations, demonstrations, and technical product expertiseSupport company events, sales meetings, industry events, and trade showsConduct competitive analysis and benchmarking and provide recommendations based on findingsDevelop and maintain relationships with industry organizations, analysts, customers, and other market stakeholdersWork closely with global and cross-functional teams to address changing product, customer, and market requirementsManage and leverage vendor relationships to support product and business objectivesBusiness & Relationship ManagementBuild strong relationships with Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Service and Support, and other cross-functional teamsDevelop productive working relationships with Epson's global headquarters and engineering teams in JapanParticipate in annual and tactical business planning and contribute to product and departmental goalsSupport budget planning and operate within established business and financial guidelinesWhat You Will Bring5–8 years of product management, product marketing, or related experiencePrevious large format printing experience with 13-inch or wider graphics printersProven success managing products throughout the product lifecycleUnderstanding of large format printing workflows, media, applications, and related technologiesStrong technical understanding with the ability to evaluate product capabilities and translate technical information into customer and market requirementsAbility to balance product knowledge with business acumen, market needs, and commercial considerationsExperience translating customer and market insights into actionable product recommendationsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate competitive, market, and product informationStrong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt as business needs evolveExcellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical audiencesExperience working in cross-functional and multicultural environments; experience collaborating with global headquarters, engineering, or product development teams is highly desirableAbility and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as business needs requireBachelor's degree or equivalent experienceEmployee BenefitsIn addition to joining a team of dedicated professionals who support each other and are passionate about their work, you’ll also enjoy a variety of attractive, industry-leading benefits.Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage eligibility on start dateGenerous paid time off, including sick time, vacation, and holidaysIncome protection plans, including life insurance and short-term and long-term disability programs paid by the company401K plan with company matchingEducational reimbursement, employee assistant program (EAP), adoption assistance, employee discounts and much more!The starting annual base pay for this role is between USD $148,353 and $188,941. Please note that this position’s salary range may include multiple levels. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.Epson America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.