Product Manager

Nokia

Product Manager for Microwave Radios overseeing Nokia's microwave radio portfolio. Responsible for strategic direction, development, and lifecycle management to drive business growth.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeNozay • 🇫🇷 FranceMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and articulate a compelling product vision and strategic roadmap for the microwave radio portfolio, aligning with Nokia's overall business objectives and market leadership aspirations.
Conduct in-depth market analysis, customer segmentation, and technology trend assessment to identify new opportunities and guide the evolution of product features, capabilities, and solutions.
Ensure the microwave radio portfolio remains highly competitive, addressing emerging customer requirements and anticipating future technological shifts.
Lead and facilitate close collaboration with R&D, engineering, and design teams to translate product requirements into technical specifications and ensure timely, high-quality product development and delivery.
Partner with sales, marketing, and regional business units to develop effective go-to-market strategies, product positioning, and compelling value propositions that drive market adoption and revenue growth.
Work with operations, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure seamless product introduction, manufacturing, and support processes.
Manage the entire product lifecycle from ideation and conception through development, launch, in-life optimization, and eventual end-of-life (EOL) planning.
Oversee product performance, customer satisfaction, and market feedback to drive continuous improvement and strategic adjustments throughout the product's lifespan.
Drive a relentless focus on achieving the lowest possible end-to-end cost across the product value chain, from design and manufacturing to deployment and support.
Develop and manage the product catalogue, pricing strategies, and commercial models to maximize profitability and market share.
Monitor and analyze product profitability, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and revenue enhancement.
Provide expert-level worldwide sales support for strategic customers, actively participating in high-value RFPs, customer presentations, and technical discussions.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key customers, understanding their evolving needs and influencing their technology adoption decisions.
Lead and participate in strategic customer meetings, acting as a primary advocate for the microwave radio portfolio and gathering critical insights for future product development.
Conduct comprehensive competitive analysis, monitoring competitor offerings, strategies, and market performance to identify threats and opportunities.
Leverage market intelligence to inform product differentiation, pricing strategies, and strategic responses to competitive pressures.

Requirements

What you’ll need

You have previous experience in telecommunications; particularly in radio access or transport domains, preferably
Status quo challenger: you have ability and willingness to challenge the status quo while maintaining a positive and collaborative work environment.
Team spirit: You give generously and without the expectation of receiving in return. You support the best idea, not your idea. You're always happy to get your hands dirty to help your team
Drive: You’re extremely ambitious in everything you do—and your initiative, effort, and tenacity match the intensity of your ambition. You feel deeply responsible for your work. You hold yourself to a high—and rising—bar
Proficiency in English: You read, write, and speak proficiently in English.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working arrangements to support work–life balance
A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
Medical insurance plan and accident insurance to protect your health and well-being
Pension plan, Time Saving Account, and Employee Saving Plan to support long-term financial security
Transportation reimbursement
Company car based on eligibility
Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
Opportunities to engage with Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs), as well as access to mentors, coaches, and Employee Growth Solutions
A learning culture that promotes continuous personal and professional growth – for your role and beyond

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Hard Skills & Tools

product visionstrategic roadmapmarket analysiscustomer segmentationproduct lifecycle managementproduct developmentcompetitive analysiscost reductionrevenue enhancementgo-to-market strategies

Soft Skills

collaborationteam spiritdrivestatus quo challengercustomer relationship managementcommunicationinitiativetenacityproblem-solvingadaptability