Head of Product Management

Join to apply for the Head of Product Management (m/f/d) role at Körber We are the leading software company delivering cutting‑edge Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) tailored for the pharmaceutical industry. Our mission is to empower pharma manufacturers with intelligent, compliant, and scalable digital solutions that optimize production, ensure data integrity, and accelerate time‑to‑market. Your role in our team As the Head of Product Management, you will lead the strategic direction, development, and execution of our product portfolio, including but not limited to MES systems. You will be responsible for defining product vision, aligning cross‑functional teams, and ensuring our solutions meet the evolving needs of pharmaceutical manufacturers while maintaining regulatory compliance (e.g., GxP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11). Your Key Responsibilities Product Strategy & Vision Define and communicate a compelling product vision and roadmap aligned with company goals and market needs Identify emerging trends in pharma manufacturing and digital transformation to inform product innovation Leadership & Team Management Lead and mentor a team of product managers and analysts, ensuring that they can develop to their full potential. In addition, you will also plan staffing needs Be the central point of contact for resolving problems and challenges that are escalated by your teams Foster a culture of customer‑centricity, innovation, and continuous improvement Market & Customer Insights Engage with customers, industry experts, and internal stakeholders to gather insights and validate product direction Analyze competitive landscape and market dynamics to identify opportunities and threats Product Development & Lifecycle Management Collaborate with engineering, QA, design, and regulatory teams to deliver high‑quality, compliant software solutions Oversee product lifecycle from ideation to sunset, ensuring alignment with business objectives Stakeholder Communication Act as the voice of the product in executive meetings, customer engagements, and industry events Ensure clear communication of product priorities, progress, and outcomes across the organization Your profile Proven experience (8+ years) in product management, ideally in MES or enterprise software for regulated industries Deep understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and regulatory requirements Strong leadership and team‑building skills Excellent communication, fluency in English, strategic thinking, and decision‑making ability Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business value Experience with Agile methodologies and product management tools (e.g., Jira, Aha, Confluence) Familiarity with ISA‑95, GAMP 5, and other industry standards Experience working with cloud‑based MES platforms and integration with ERP/LIMS systems Comfortable working in a multicultural, geographically distributed, matrixed environment Your Benefits You will work in an exciting and international environment with customers and colleagues from around the world We offer individual long‑term development opportunities in exciting and technically challenging projects in which you quickly take on responsibility You will gain expertise in state‑of‑the‑art industry technologies We offer flexible working time models including home office Our benefits vary depending on the country of employment. Country‑specific benefits will be discussed individually during the interview process. Apply now and join our team Ready for your next step? Click on ‘Apply now’ to get started right away As long as the position is advertised, you can apply at any time. We value diversity and therefore welcome all applicants – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity, and any other protected status. If you have any questions or technical problems, please send us an e‑mail to Joana Saraiva Nina is the responsible person for this job advertisement. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Körber by 2x. Get notified about new Head of Product Management jobs in Porto, Portugal. #J-18808-Ljbffr