About this Sr. Product Manager, Hardware role at Prometheanworld
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
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Define and execute a 1-2 year roadmap for Promethean’s Active Panel and display portfolio
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Align product strategy with Promethean’s mission to empower users worldwide
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Identify opportunities for innovation across hardware, software, and services within the classroom ecosystem
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Lead the end-to-end management of product lines, including hardware platforms, embedded OS (e.g., Android-based experiences), and connected software solutions
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Drive the launch of new ActivPanel generations and complementary offerings
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Own product positioning, value proposition, and lifecycle management across global markets
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Evaluate, select, and manage OEM/ODM partners for upcoming Promethean hardware programs
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Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and operations teams to assess vendor capabilities, cost structures, quality, and scalability
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Lead RFI/RFP processes and contribute to contract and partner selection decisions
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Ensure OEM partners align with Promethean’s standards for performance, reliability, innovation, and global distribution needs
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Use qualitative and quantitative insights (usage data, classroom workflows, field research) to identify unmet needs
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Translate real user problems into innovative, scalable product solutions
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Partner with engineering, UX, curriculum, sales, and marketing teams to deliver cohesive solutions
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Collaborate with global regional teams to ensure products meet local market needs while maintaining platform consistency
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Act as a key voice of the product internally and externally, evangelizing Promethean’s solutions
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Define product requirements spanning hardware, firmware, and software integration
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Manage product backlogs, feature prioritization, and release cycles
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Ensure high-quality delivery of reliable, intuitive, and impactful classroom technology
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Define and monitor KPIs for product success, including adoption, engagement, revenue, and customer satisfaction
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Continuously evaluate product performance and iterate based on insights
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Maintain leadership in the AV and edtech space through ongoing innovation
Job Skills and Qualifications:
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5-7 years of experience in the audio-visual (AV) industry, with a strong focus on display or interactive technologies.
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Proven track record of managing and launching new product lines, particularly interactive flat panels or comparable hardware/software solutions.
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Hands-on experience working with OEM/ODM partners, including vendor evaluation and selection.
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Demonstrated success in defining strategy and delivering complex, integrated hardware and software products.
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Strong lifecycle management experience, from concept through commercialization and scaling.
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Ability to leverage customer insights, market data, and analytics to drive decisions.
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Solid understanding of AV systems, including display technologies, touch interfaces, and connectivity.
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Familiarity with Android-based systems and embedded device ecosystems preferred.
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Knowledge of hardware development cycles, supply chain considerations, and global manufacturing.
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Understanding classroom technology environments, IT infrastructure, and procurement cycles in education.
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Exceptional communication and storytelling skills to articulate compelling product visions.
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Strong cross-functional leadership across global, matrixed teams and external partners.
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Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and drive alignment, including third-party vendors.
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Customer-first mindset
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Strategic thinking and execution
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Data-driven decision-making
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Vendor/partner evaluation and negotiation awareness
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Adaptability and innovation