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Product Manager Defense (f/m/d)

27.05.2025

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.

In the innovative field of "Special Lifting Solutions," new ideas are brought to life. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a team-oriented, self-reliant individual to join us as a Product Manager Defense (f/m/d) in the area of military logistics at our Köstendorf location.

Your responsibilities

Drive the identification of new business opportunities and strategic partnerships in collaboration with Sales and the Global Product Manager
Strategically and operationally manage military products throughout their entire lifecycle, from development to market success
Analyze customer needs and define specific product requirements, ensuring technical feasibility and compliance with military standards (e.g., MIL-STD, STANAG)
Conduct comprehensive competitor, market, and industry analyses to support decision-making and strategic positioning
Advance the product strategy by developing scalable modules and standardized products based on tender executions

Your qualifications

Technical education (HTL, FH, UNI) in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, defence technology, or a related field
Several years of professional experience in Project Management, Product Management, or Sales, ideally within a military or security-critical environment
Affinity for the military, knowledge of military procurement processes and frameworks is an advantage
Willingness to take initiative and shape outcomes as well as an analytical and structured way of working
Fluent in German and English, with a willingness to travel (max. 20%)

What we offer

Flexible working hours with no core time and possibility to work from home
Further training and international career opportunities
Corporate health management "PALfit"
Company restaurant with freshly prepared meals and daily meal subsidy (at the Vienna site: Edenred card)
Job ticket for travel to and from PALFINGER
Numerous employee discounts through Corporate Benefits

Minimum yearly gross salary according to Austrian metal industry collective agreement is EUR 52.197,04 based on full-time employment. According to experience and qualification, we offer a market-conform overpayment.
Are you interested in the position and still have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us.

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