Product Manager Automation Systems

About

Rieter is a leading supplier of high-performance systems for the production of textiles. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, and its products are used by textile manufacturers worldwide.

Tasks

• Define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for automation systems towards the fully automated spinning mill
• Identify market trends and customer requirements and translate them into competitive automation solutions
• Conduct and maintain market and competitor analysis to support portfolio and investment decisions
• Act as Product Owner (PLM) for automation products, engineered solutions, spare parts, and repair offerings across the full lifecycle
• Take an active role in technical sales, supporting value‑based selling, solution definition, and technical‑commercial clarification in complex customer projects
• Support global sales organizations in customer-specific automation and system projects
• Ensure close collaboration with R&D, engineering, operations, sales, and service to deliver customer‑focused solutions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automation, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience in B2B technical sales, product management, or solution engineering for automation systems (e.g. AGVs, cobots, palletizing solutions)
• Experience in the textile industry is an advantage
• Strong analytical, communication, and decision-making skills with the ability to align cross-functional teams
• Willingness for global travel
• Openness to other cultures
• Fluent in English and German

Our Offer

• an international working environment with long tradition
• versatile activity in a future-oriented environment with a lot of self-responsibility
• good development opportunities and fair employment conditions
• a motivated team with mutual respect and good cooperation