AUTOMATIC SYSTEMS, a world leader in the automation of secure entrance control, has been designing and manufacturing pedestrian, vehicle and passenger access systems for over 50 years.
Founded in 1969, Automatic Systems has developed a unique know-how in the design of high-end obstacles, one-person detection and throughput management making it a brand renowned for the quality of its production in terms of performance and reliability. The company is part of the French group Bolloré.
Our large worldwide business network includes offices and subsidiaries in Belgium, France, Spain, United Kingdom, Canada, and United States, and 4 manufacturing plants (2 in Belgium, 1 in France, 1 in Canada) as well as a vast international network of distributors and local partners.
For its headquarters based in Wavre (Belgium), Automatic Systems is currently looking for a Product Manager.
Your function
As a Group Product Manager, you will play a key role in shaping and optimizing the product strategy for the division. Working in close collaboration with the Marketing Director, you will lead a cross-functional team responsible for the management and continuous improvement of the product portfolio.
Your responsibilities will span from maximizing the profitability of existing products to developing new offerings. You will also focus on enhancing product documentation, refining pricing strategies, and strengthening sales support tools.
You will drive the end-to-end process of product optimization and new product launches, ensuring that our portfolio remains competitive, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
Role
* Develop and execute the strategic and operational product strategy for Automatic Systems’ products
* Develop and implement a company-wide go-to-market plan, working with all departments to execute.
* Oversee the entire product life cycle (PLC) from strategy to implementation, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
* Manage the product portfolio while considering the product life cycle and market positioning.
* Conduct market intelligence research on consumer trends, pricing strategies, and competitive landscape,
* Support the sales team by effectively highlighting and promoting the key selling points of the product portfolio.
* Enhance brand awareness and ensure strong product recognition across markets.
* Improve product documentation and create tools to support the Sales Team globally
* Initiate new product development and act as a liaison between various departments (Marketing, R&D, Finance, Supply Chain, and Sales) to facilitate the implementation of product strategies
Your profile
* Engineering degree with product (marketing) management experience or marketing degree with strong technical background
* 5+ years’ experience in successful product management.
* Fluent in French and English
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
* Proven leadership capabilities to drive product strategies and lead key initiatives with impact
* Proficient in project and stakeholder management
* Highly organized and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously
* Hands-on and solutions-oriented
* Ability to work cross-functionally and coordinate among multiple departments
* Ability to adapt fast to new products, technologies and markets
* Collaborative and team-focused approach
* You must be prepared to travel at least 20% of your working time
Our offer
* PERMANENT contract
* Attractive salary
* €150 fixed costs
* Company car + Fuel card
* Mobile phone
* Discretionary bonus
* Phone subscription
* Meal vouchers
* Group insurance
* Hospital insurance
* Outpatient insurance
* End-of-year bonus
* End-of-year gift vouchers
* 12 RTT (40-hour week)
* Additional leave (seniority, career)
Joining Automatic Systems also means :
* Join a Belgian-rooted company that has preserved its family spirit throughout the years
* Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, technical training, and real prospects for growth within the organization
* Thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment where every idea is welcomed and valued
* Be part of an innovative company actively committed to sustainable development — with products that are 80–90% recyclable