Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!<h1>Responsibilities:</h1><div><ul><li>Lead the product segment strategy for hydrogen and electrolyzer technologies, aligning with company goals and market trends.</li><li>Collaborate with engineering, R&amp;D, and manufacturing teams to guide product development from concept through commercialization.</li><li>Define product requirements, specifications, and performance targets based on customer needs and regulatory standards.</li><li>Monitor project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with development milestones and manufacturing capabilities.</li><li>Conduct market analysis and competitive benchmarking to inform product positioning and pricing strategies.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners regarding product segment updates.</li><li>Support business development efforts by providing technical insights and product roadmaps to customers and sales teams.</li><li>Facilitate cross-functional meetings to ensure alignment across engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations.</li><li>Track and report KPIs related to product performance, cost targets, and launch readiness.</li><li>Contribute to sustainability and innovation initiatives within the hydrogen product portfolio.</li></ul></div><h1>Qualifications:</h1><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.</li><li>5+ years of experience in product management, engineering, or manufacturing, preferably in energy, chemical, or industrial sectors.</li><li>Knowledge of hydrogen production, fuel cells, or electrolyzer technologies is highly desirable.</li><li>Strong project management skills with experience leading cross-functional teams.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.</li><li>Analytical mindset with experience in market analysis and product costing.</li><li>Familiarity with manufacturing processes, quality systems, and regulatory compliance.</li></ul>Communication &amp; Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization. Value for Customers: Anticipates, understands and meets internal/external customers’ needs and expectations. Develops solutions based on a customer centric approach. Innovation: Drives and supports innovative ideas, while taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions. Drive &amp; Execution: Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities. The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership

Freudenberg e-Power Systems is one of the world's leading suppliers of emission-neutral energy systems for heavy-duty applications. With its experience and expertise in battery and fuel cell technology, the company offers tailor-made solutions, in particular combined systems, for sustainable and economical e-mobility. With over 800 employees, Freudenberg e-Power Systems supports its customers from application development through to production, commissioning and service.
The company is part of the global Freudenberg Group, which has four business areas: Seals and Vibration Control Technology, Nonwovens and Filtration, Household Products as well as Specialties and Others. In 2022 the Group generated sales of more than 11 billion euros and employed more than 50,000 associates in around 60 countries.

Product Segment Manager

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!<h1>Responsibilities:</h1><div><ul><li>Lead the product segment strategy for hydrogen and electrolyzer technologies, aligning with company goals and market trends.</li><li>Collaborate with engineering, R&amp;D, and manufacturing teams to guide product development from concept through commercialization.</li><li>Define product requirements, specifications, and performance targets based on customer needs and regulatory standards.</li><li>Monitor project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with development milestones and manufacturing capabilities.</li><li>Conduct market analysis and competitive benchmarking to inform product positioning and pricing strategies.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners regarding product segment updates.</li><li>Support business development efforts by providing technical insights and product roadmaps to customers and sales teams.</li><li>Facilitate cross-functional meetings to ensure alignment across engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations.</li><li>Track and report KPIs related to product performance, cost targets, and launch readiness.</li><li>Contribute to sustainability and innovation initiatives within the hydrogen product portfolio.</li></ul></div><h1>Qualifications:</h1><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.</li><li>5+ years of experience in product management, engineering, or manufacturing, preferably in energy, chemical, or industrial sectors.</li><li>Knowledge of hydrogen production, fuel cells, or electrolyzer technologies is highly desirable.</li><li>Strong project management skills with experience leading cross-functional teams.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.</li><li>Analytical mindset with experience in market analysis and product costing.</li><li>Familiarity with manufacturing processes, quality systems, and regulatory compliance.</li></ul>Communication &amp; Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization. Value for Customers: Anticipates, understands and meets internal/external customers’ needs and expectations. Develops solutions based on a customer centric approach. Innovation: Drives and supports innovative ideas, while taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions. Drive &amp; Execution: Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities.&nbsp;The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership

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