CYBEX GMBH

Senior Product Manager Wheeled Goods (Special Projects) (m/f/d)

CYBEX GMBH Bayreuth, Bavaria, Germany

Manufacturing · 1,001-5,000 employees

19 h ago
product-manager Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time Germany
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About the role

Lead and coordinate cross-functional special projects across the Wheeled Goods portfolio while ensuring delivery against time, cost, and quality targets. Manage engineering change requests, product specifications, and continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with R&D, Quality, and Operations teams.

What they look for

Product Management Project Management Engineering Change Management Product Lifecycle Management Cross-functional leadership Technical product expertise Stakeholder management Root cause analysis Quality management Analytical skills Problem-solving Product development Industrial design Consumer goods Strategic planning Communication

Requirements

Requires a degree in Industrial Design, Engineering, or a related field combined with several years of professional experience in product management or technical project management. Candidates must possess strong analytical skills, technical understanding of consumer products, and fluency in both German and English.

Benefits

International working environment Professional development opportunities Inclusive working environment

Full description

Senior Product Manager Wheeled Goods (Special Projects) (m/f/d)

Germany / Bayreuth

CYBEX is a company that puts tomorrow’s people at the heart of its brand. Always questioning the status quo and not afraid of challenging the establishment, CYBEX has become not just a leader in child safety but is seen as an innovative lifestyle and fashion brand for parents. We offer car seats, baby carriers, kids furniture and strollers enabling parents to keep their little ones safe in style. After growing rapidly in the last few years, we look for ambitious talent to contribute to CYBEX’s success story.

Your seat to fill:

  • Lead and coordinate cross-functional special projects across the Wheeled Goods portfolio, ensuring delivery against time, cost and quality targets
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives for existing products and identify opportunities to enhance product performance, quality and customer satisfaction
  • Manage the execution of Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), design adjustments, portfolio updates, and special projects throughout their lifecycle
  • Define, review and maintain product specifications in close collaboration with R&D and Quality
  • Act as the project owner and ensure alignment between Product Management, R&D, Quality, Operations, Procurement and Sales
  • Evaluate technical product issues, customer feedback, field data and returns claims, and translate findings into effective improvement actions
  • Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities to improve product robustness and reduce quality-related costs
  • Assess feasibility, risks, timelines and costs of proposed product changes
  • Monitor project execution and ensure compliance with internal development, quality and change management processes
  • Contribute technical product expertise and provide recommendations to support strategic portfolio decisions

Your stroll to CYBEX:

  • Degree in Industrial Design, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Product Management or a comparable field, or equivalent professional experience
  • Several years of professional experience in Product Management, Product Engineering, Continuous Improvement, or Technical Project Management
  • Strong technical understanding of consumer products and product development processes in a fast-paced consumer goods environment
  • Proven track record in leading cross-functional projects and managing diverse stakeholder groups in an international environment
  • Experience in Engineering Change Management, product modifications, and product lifecycle management
  • Ability to analyze technical specifications, testing results, and quality data and translate insights into effective product improvements
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with a structured and pragmatic approach
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Hands-on, results-driven mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
  • Fluent German and English language skills
  • Willingness to undertake occasional business travel as required by the role

CYBEX operates globally and has employees from copious nations. If you are keen to leave your footprint in a swiftly growing business that offers plenty of opportunities to grow both on a professional and individual level, you’ve come to the right place. You’ll have the chance to develop your personal profile in an international environment. As part of Goodbaby International Holdings Ltd., CYBEX is dedicated to creating an inclusive working environment that encompasses diversity and equal opportunities. At CYBEX, we place great importance on our values: Imagination, Belief, Passion, Strength, Respect, and Love. These values shape our company culture and drive us to develop innovative solutions and achieve exceptional results.

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