Product Manager (m/f/d) WCS Layer for our WMS Software SynQ

Where do people love what they do, and being great at what they do?

At Swisslog, that’s where! Our teams are the heart of a world-leading Robotics company that’s harnessing the power of technology to shape the future of intralogistics. The result? We’re transforming performance and efficiency for customers across the globe, giving them the vital edge in their markets.

Join our innovative and passioned global software team at Swisslog, where we are revolutionizing warehouse management with our cutting-edge Warehouse Management System (WMS) software, SynQ . This way our software product is powering our physical products and solutions to drive the future of intralogistics.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Product Manager (m/f/d) to lead the development of the Warehouse Control System (WCS) layer within our SynQ software. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance of our WMS solution.

Make an impact

• Own the WCS Product Vision: Define and evolve the roadmap for the WCS layer, aligning it with market needs and the overall WMS strategy.
• Bridge Tech and Operations: Translate complex technical requirements into clear product features, working closely with engineering, system architects, and automation experts.
• Drive Integration Excellence: Ensure smooth communication between SynQ and various automation technologies (e.g. conveyors, shuttles, robotics).
• Customer-Centric Development: Gather feedback from internal stakeholders and key customers to continuously improve product functionality and usability, with clear focus on standardization. In particular this means to deliver the WCS layer creating material flow workflows that are seamlessly integrated with the WES (Warehouse Execution System) layer above and the execution Sub-systems below (e.g. high bay ASRS, shuttles conveyors, robots and picking stations), which includes also mechatronics.
• Project Management: Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring timely and quality outcomes.
• Prioritize with Purpose: Manage the product backlog, make data-informed decisions, and balance short-term deliverables with long-term innovation.
• Support Go-to-Market: Collaborate with sales, marketing, and implementation teams to ensure successful product launches and customer onboarding.

What you need to succeed

• Education: Bachelor or Master degree in User Experience Design (UX/UXD) or Computer Science, Business Informatics with focus on UX/UXD or a related field.
• Proven Experience: You bring at least 5 years in product or project management, ideally in logistics, automation, or enterprise software environments.
• Technical Acumen:
  • Solid understanding of warehouse automation workflows and software-to-hardware integration.
  • Knowledge of PLC / Controls functionality and how this technology is implemented / used within the overall automation workflow. You are able to discuss with the technical experts the requirements and options, without direct programming your own.
  • Familiarity with SAP EWM is a plus, supporting collaboration with our SAP team to align WMS product roadmaps. At Swisslog, we offer both SynQ and SAP EWM , aiming for cross-functional standardization.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to define product strategy and translate it into actionable development plans.
• Strong Communicator: Skilled at aligning diverse stakeholders - from developers to executives - with clear and concise communication.
• Agile Mindset: Comfortable working in agile environments and managing iterative product development cycles.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel occasionally (approx. 20%) to customer sites or Swisslog offices worldwide.

Our promise to you

Swisslog is a world of opportunity for people who can deliver a game changing mission: driving the future of intralogistics, by shaping an era of robotic and data-driven automated solutions that create exceptional customer value.

Join us on this journey and you’ll be part of a global enterprise that’s proud of its Swiss roots - and hugely excited by the worldwide opportunities open to everyone in the Swisslog family. So come and realize your potential, in a team that’s united by passion and driven by the OneSwisslog team spirit.

About Swisslog

Swisslog is shaping the future of intralogistics. As part of the KUKA Group, we work on the latest technologies that are reimagining the world of logistics. We’re a team of 3,000+ experts from 50 countries, serving some of the world's largest and most exciting brands. Together, we’re implementing smart and innovative approaches - including flexible robot-based and data-driven automation solutions that are transforming the supply chain. So join our team and share your unique perspective.

Join the journey!

If you think a career with Swisslog could be what you are looking for, we´d love to hear from you.

We´re looking forward to receiving your application!

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