Product Manager Strategic Buyouts - 18 months (m/w/d)

As a Product Manager – Strategic Buyouts, you will lead the development and execution of our global buyout strategy across the Motion Control portfolio. You will manage key external partnerships, drive make-or-buy decisions, and enable new product introduction through strategic sourcing. This role is central to simplifying the portfolio, accelerating time-to-market, and improving cost competitiveness. You will work cross-technology and globally with supply chain, engineering, and commercial teams to deliver scalable, profitable growth. This is a highly strategic role combining product management, supplier strategy, and business case ownership In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: 1. Strategic Buyout & Partner Management Manage and develop key buyout partners globally, balancing cost, complexity, and performance Build long-term partnership strategies aligned with business objectives Lead supplier evaluation, selection, and governance 2. Make-or-Buy Strategy & Business Cases Develop and drive make-or-buy decisions across the portfolio Build robust business cases (cost, margin, volume, risk) to support decisions Partner with finance, sourcing, and engineering to validate assumptions 3. Portfolio Development via Buyouts Enable new product development through strategic buyouts Identify gaps in the portfolio and propose external sourcing solutions Drive SKU simplification and harmonization 4. Product Lifecycle & Performance Ensure successful launch and lifecycle management of buyout products Track performance (revenue, margin, adoption) and adjust strategy Act as subject matter expert for buyout portfolio 5. Volume Transitions & Execution Lead volume transitions to selected partners Secure alignment between sourcing, operations, and commercial teams Mitigate risks (quality, supply continuity, cost evolution) 6. Cost Leadership & Simplification Drive cost reduction initiatives through sourcing and design-to-value Contribute to portfolio simplification initiatives (SKU reduction, platforming) Who You Are: You are a strategic and impact-driven product leader with a strong ability to operate in complex, cross-functional environments. You combine commercial acumen, technical understanding, and supply chain awareness to deliver tangible business outcomes. Strong strategic mindset with global perspective Ability to manage complexity and drive decisions across stakeholders Entrepreneurial, proactive, and results-oriented Comfortable influencing without authority in a matrix organization Willing to challenge status quo and propose creative solutions For This Role, You Will Need: Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field Significant experience in Product Management, Sourcing, or Strategy Strong experience working with external partners / suppliers Proven ability to build business cases and financial models Experience in Factory Automation / Motion Control / Industrial products Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Fluent in English and German Willingness to travel (~20%) Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart: Background in global supply chain or sourcing Familiarity with make-or-buy and outsourcing strategies Experience in large, matrix organizations Our Culture & Commitment to You: At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. We place great importance on your development, which is why we want to ensure that at Emerson you not only find a role, but also a work environment that encourages and supports you. To ensure that you grow not only professionally but also personally, we offer a wide range of attractive employee benefits: Competitive monthly compensation based on collective agreement Company cafeteria offering fresh and healthy meals daily On-site medical consultations and employee counseling services Discount on the Deutschlandticket Attractive sports and leisure activities through our Hansefit program