Life Sciences Industry Product Manager

Critical Manufacturing is dedicated to empowering high-performance operations to make Industry 4.0 a reality with the most innovative, comprehensive, and modular MES software. We have a global presence, but our headquarters, and the main technical center, are in Porto (Maia), Portugal, where we develop a state-of-the-art solution for Electronics, Industrial Equipment, Life Sciences and Semiconductor.

Recognized as a Leader by Gartner, we are part of ASMPT, the world's largest supplier of best-in-class equipment, and technological process partner for the electronics and semiconductor industries.

The Role

We are seeking a specialized Product Manager to drive the strategy for our Life Sciences vertical. This role defines the software that powers the world’s most critical production lines - from pharmaceutical and biotech blockbusters to lifesaving medical devices. This role will bridge the gap between rigorous regulatory compliance (GxP) and cutting-edge digital transformation, ensuring our MES serves as the backbone for paperless, error-free and efficient manufacturing. This role will work closely with the Life Sciences Industry Manager as well as with the MES Product Manager to create innovative, competitive and value-added manufacturing solutions for Life Sciences customers around the world.

What You Will Do

• Maintain deep and up-to-date Life Sciences business domain knowledge
• Analyze, process and maintain Life Sciences customer requirements, thus capturing the Voice of the Customer
• Define and maintain the Life Sciences manufacturing software solution, vision, strategy & roadmap
• Create the solution design for Life Sciences projects – both from a functional and usability (UX) point of view
• Ensure the delivery of the Life Sciences solutions, by driving and supporting the solution development, and performing the respective acceptance activities
• Participate as an expert/consultant in MES implementation projects in the Life Sciences industries
• Articulate and coordinate the Life Sciences solution and roadmap with the Industry Manager as well as the MES Product Manager

What Success Looks Like

Within your first year, you will have:

• Successfully integrated into our Product Management, Pre-Sales, Sales, Marketing and Project Implementation Teams
• Successfully developed a solution that has a good fit for the Pharma industry
• Defined the Life Sciences solution roadmap for the next year
• Participated in winning two opportunities in the Life Sciences segment

Why Join Us

• Be part of a company shaping the future of manufacturing software
• Work directly with executives and cross-functional leaders to define how we go to market
• Enjoy the freedom to experiment, innovate, and create systems that will last
• Engage with world-class leading manufacturers and lead the deployment of planning & scheduling solutions across the world
• Join a team where storytelling, strategy, and technology meet to make Industry 4.0 real

What You Will Bring

• At least 2 years of experience with Life Sciences (Medical Devices, Pharmaceutical, Biotech) projects or business operations with direct exposure to DHR or BR
• Knowledge of Regulatory Compliance and Validation Processes (CSV)
• Experience with Corporate Business Applications (e.g.: ERP, CRM, MES, QMS, LIMS)
• Ability to communicate complex customer functional and technical requirements to engineering teams
• Experience in writing requirements, use cases & functional designs
• Availability to travel
• Good communication and interrelationship skills
• Excellent English skills – spoken and written

What we consider a plus (not mandatory)

• Experience with MES
• Industrial Engineering Knowledge

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are a source of commitment and innovation

At Critical Manufacturing, we welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of disabilities, diverse abilities, identities, or experiences. Our commitment is to create an inclusive environment where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed and thrive.

If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know - we're happy to support you.