Head of Product Management Business f/m/d

About Hapa

As a key player in the late‑stage customization and on‑demand printing solutions, we specialize in the pharmaceutical packaging industry. Our business portfolio encompasses a wide range of innovative printing solutions, making blister packaging more flexible, less complex, and more cost- and waste‑efficient. For more detailed information about Hapa and its comprehensive business landscape, please visit

Hapa is part of Coesia, a group of innovation‑based industrial and packaging solutions companies operating globally, headquartered in Bologna, Italy. Coesia operates in 34 countries with 21 different companies and employs over 8,000 people as of 2025.

Role Overview

The Product Management Lead defines the implementation of the product roadmap, delivering the strategic objectives and priorities of the 4 companies within the Coesia Digital Printing Solutions (DPS) cluster.

The Product Management Lead will ensure the effective operational deployment of the Product Management function across the businesses within Coesia Digital Printing Solutions (DPS).

The role balances portfolio strategy and roadmap leadership with strong execution of inbound product management (VoC/VoM, requirements, business cases) and outbound product management (go‑to‑market enablement, launch readiness), primarily through robust New Product Introduction (NPI) governance and cross‑functional execution.

Lead portfolio optimization, including lifecycle management, cost efficiency, and profitability improvement.

Responsibilities

• Operational Deployment of the Product Management Function (Inbound):

  • Establish and manage Voice of Customer / Voice of Market processes and translate insights into product requirements and business cases
  • Standardize product management practices, governance, and performance tracking

• Operational Deployment of the Product Management Function (Outbound):

  • Lead product launches (NPI) end‑to‑end, ensuring cross‑functional readiness and execution
  • Define and track launch success metrics and drive continuous improvement

• Leadership & Team Development:

  • Lead and develop the Product Management team, ensuring clear roles, strong collaboration, and capability building

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Packaging Technology, or a related field (MBA or advanced business qualification is a plus)
• At least 5 years of experience in product management, portfolio management, or business development in machinery‑oriented markets
• Fluency in English and German
• Experience in both inbound (VoC/VoM, requirements, business cases) and outbound (go‑to‑market, launches/NPI) product management
• Solid technical understanding of industrial technologies (automation, digital printing, packaging equipment, mechatronics)
• Experience leading complex cross‑functional programs in a structured environment (NPI, stage‑gate)
• Experience in healthcare/pharma is a must and consumer packaging is a plus

What We Offer

We offer a strategic leadership role with significant impact on product portfolio direction and business performance.