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Portfolio Operations Manager
·Germany
Not specifiedFull-timeProduct ManagementdefenseTelecommunications
Join a strategic unit shaping the defense market with sovereign digital solutions. As Portfolio Operations Manager, you will own a strategic product portfolio, driving strategy, roadmap, and innovation for national and international security customers.
Responsibilities
- Own a strategic product portfolio within the defense portfolio.
- Define and continuously develop product strategy and mid- to long-term roadmap.
- Identify market trends, customer requirements, and innovation opportunities.
- Orchestrate development of new products and solutions with internal and external partners.
- Prepare build, buy, or partner decisions for new capabilities and technologies.
- Define and prioritize product requirements with customers, presales, delivery, and development partners.
- Support sales and presales in customer workshops, proposals, product presentations, and demonstrations.
- Participate in selected customer projects to gain operational experience and feed insights back into portfolio development.
- Collaborate closely with partners and promote interoperable solutions within the defense ecosystem.
- Ensure a structured product lifecycle including continuous improvement and portfolio optimization.
Requirements
- Degree in computer science, business informatics, engineering, business administration, or a comparable field.
- Several years of professional experience in product management, portfolio management, solution management, or a comparable environment.
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams and diverse stakeholders.
- Ideally, experience in public sector, defense, or security-critical environments.
- Knowledge in at least one of the following areas: Digital Solutions, Data & AI, Counter-UAS, Military Intelligence, C4ISR, Training & Simulation.
- Military training and experience are advantageous.
- Excellent German and English skills, both written and spoken.