Sr. Product Manager Sticks and Wet & Dry (Interim 3-6 months)

About the role:

This is for an Interim position in the Floor Care team. We are interested in Freelancers and/or Contractors.

At Versuni, we create products that make everyday life at home easier and more enjoyable.

As Senior Product Manager Sticks and Wet & Dry, you will shape the future of our cordless stick vacuum and wet & dry cleaning portfolio, taking products from early concept through development, launch and beyond.

You’ll combine a strong understanding of consumers, floor care products and technology with commercial thinking. Working closely with Marketing, Design, R&D, Supply Chain and our markets, you’ll turn consumer needs and category opportunities into products that deliver great cleaning performance, stand out from the competition and drive sustainable growth.

As a senior member of the Product Management team, you’ll also share your expertise, contribute to better ways of working and help raise the bar across the team.

The impact you’ll make:

• Turn category strategy and consumer insights into winning Sticks and Wet & Dry product concepts and roadmaps
• Build clear, differentiated value propositions based on real consumer needs and cleaning occasions
• Be the product and category expert, bringing strong knowledge of cordless stick vacuums, wet & dry cleaning solutions and the competitive landscape
• Understand the key drivers of product performance, including cleaning and suction performance, wet cleaning, battery life, filtration, ergonomics, manoeuvrability and ease of maintenance
• Benchmark competitors and emerging technologies to identify opportunities across different consumer segments and price points
• Partner closely with R&D, Design and Marketing to translate technology into meaningful consumer benefits
• Build business cases and make smart portfolio choices across pricing, profitability, range and SKUs
• Use consumer feedback, product testing, ratings & reviews and market data to continuously improve the portfolio
• Lead product lifecycle activities, from new product introductions and range extensions to improvements and end-of-life decisions
• Support successful commercial launches and track the performance of new products after launch
• Share your expertise across the Product Management team and help improve how we work

The skills and knowledge you’ll bring:

• 7+ years of Product Management experience, ideally within floor care, home appliances or consumer technology
• Strong expertise in cordless stick vacuums and/or wet & dry cleaning products, with a good understanding of the technologies, consumer needs and competitive landscape
• A strong product mindset and curiosity about what makes a great cleaning experience, from performance and battery life to ergonomics and ease of use
• Experience translating consumer insights and technical possibilities into compelling products and propositions
• Strong commercial judgment, including experience with business cases, profitability and portfolio decisions
• Proven experience leading complex product development projects across multiple functions
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder-management skills
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, engineering, product development or a related field
• A genuine passion for products and technology. You don’t need to be an engineer, but you’re curious about how products work and how to make them better for consumers.

What we’ll give you in return:

• Internationally competitive base salary, benchmarked against global industry and market leaders.
• Performance-based Annual Incentive Program, rewarding those who dare and achieve more.
• Top-of-the-market pension plan with the opportunity for higher employee contributions.
• Work-from-home and phone allowances to support your home office setup and business connectivity.
• Balanced office-based working | With a strong focus on in-office collaboration, we offer flexibility to work from home based on team needs and individual circumstances.
• Work from abroad | Up to 30 days per year.
• Structured holiday policy | Includes defined care days, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, and a capped option to purchase additional leave days annually.
• Special health insurance plan for Versuni employees with convenient conditions when signing up with our partner insurance.
• Product discounts on all Versuni products sold under the Philips brand and our other brands.
• High-growth environment, offering exciting learning and career development perspectives beyond your first role.
• Inclusive working culture and family spirit; we embrace our international community and diversity as a competitive advantage

Ready to make an impact?

From developing game-changing air fryers to perfecting the art of coffee making, Versuni’s purpose is turning houses into homes — and we’re calling on your talent to bring it to life. Join our global team of 6,000+ passionate individuals, work with world-class brands, and shape the future of home living. We’re ready for you — are you ready for us?