Product Manager - FMS and Automation

DescriptionProvisur is an industry leader that pushes the boundaries of ingenuity, bringing precision-engineered food processing equipment, aftermarket parts and service to customers around the world. We specialize in defrosting, grinding, mixing, separating, forming, and slicing equipment, offering leading brands and solutions across diverse applications. Our company culture is built on collaboration, continuous improvement, and a commitment to excellence. We take pride in empowering our employees, offering opportunities for professional growth, and creating an environment where everyone plays a role in our shared success. Join us and be part of an innovative, forward-thinking global team that is shaping the future of food processing. Learn more by exploring our videos at jobs.jobvite.com/provisur!The Product Manager is the heartbeat of innovation—connecting customers, engineering, sales, and strategy to bring impactful food processing solutions to life.They shape product vision, guide development, and drive global success from concept to launch and beyond. By turning market insights into smart decisions, they ensure products meet international standards and support teams worldwide. For those passionate about building products that perform, scale, and truly meet customer needs—this is where it all comes together. This position is focused on growing our FMS (Free Movement System) and Automation side of the business and can be based in Mokena, Illinois or Flawil, Switzerland.What You’ll Do:Defines product vision and roadmap aligned with market needs, feasibility, and compliancePrioritizes features based on customer value and business impactAnalyzes global markets, customer needs, competitors, and trends Acts as the go-to for product, pricing, and positioning insightsConnects cross-functional teams to turn customer needs into clear technical requirementsSupports development and ensures solutions are feasible and well understoodAdapts products for international markets and manages certificationsEnables regional sales teams with product expertiseLeads product launches and manages the full lifecycle with continuous improvementActs as the voice of the customer and key stakeholder contactDrives business performance through pricing, KPIs, and lifecycle profitabilityWhat You Won’t Do: Suffer from boredom – you will always be doing something different and coming up with innovative ideas and solutions.Sit behind a desk – you’ll partner closely with team members and supervisors on our shop floors as well as our facilities around the world.Who You Are: A creative thinker and do-er who enjoys solving problems and implementing solutions.A lifelong learner with a passion for advancing your career and raising your hand when opportunities arise. What You'll Need:3–5 years of product management experience, ideally in a technical or industrial setting3-5 years of automation experience in an industrial environmentBachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or Industrial Engineering, MBA a plusBackground in mechanical engineering, automation, or plant engineeringFood processing or related industry experience preferred Familiar with global markets and regulations (CE, UL, FDA, ISO, HACCP)Proven cross-functional collaboration (sales, engineering, marketing, service)Strong technical aptitude for complex productsExperience with product requirements, roadmaps, and PLM toolsFluent in English; other languages, especially German a plusKnowledge of compliance and food safety standardsStrong communication, analytical, and organizational skillsCustomer-focused, hands-on, and open to international travelWhat You’ll Enjoy: Environment where we promote from within, cross-train and provide ongoing skill development.Robust benefits package including great health insurance, holiday pay, and employee referral bonuses!Safe, clean, air-conditioned facilityRetirement savings (401k) opportunitiesA hybrid work policy and ample paid time off (PTO)Continuing education assistanceA company dedicated to the local community that gives back through charitable contributionsPay Range: The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location, and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, and certifications. $110,000-$120,000 per year. This position is eligible for a bonus incentive plan, based on company and/or individual performance.Provisur is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides an environment of diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) to all employees and applicants, regardless of a person’s age, race, color, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, military or veteran status, national origin, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.