Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years.
With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide. The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), the production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan.
Product Manager Advanced Products
We at VAT Group AG, headquartered in Switzerland, invite a both talented and visionary Senior Product Manager to join our SSG (Semiconductor Solutions Group ) - one of our most valued Departments. This particular Senior Product Manager role is created for our Advanced Products Business Unit within the SSG.
VAT's Business Unit Advanced Products is the home base for newly developed products in VAT's adjacent market areas. The latest innovation in pulsing valves for ALD ( Atomic Layer Deposition ) is currently being ramped up at our customers. ALD is becoming one of the most important process steps in the manufacture of advanced electronic components. VAT aims to become one of the major subsystem and component suppliers to the ALD tool industry.
Partner side by side with our Senior Product Managers and the supporting team, possessing deep expertise in the Semiconductor industry and having full responsibility for a dedicated product portfolio is the kind of vibe and experience we're into for our future colleague. We also highly value the extended experience in working with leading clients and building strong, influential relationships
YOUR CHALLENGES
- Owning the interface with defined SEMI OEMs regarding all commercial and technical aspects of VAT's new gas delivery product portfolio.
- Drive innovation by collaborating closely with the engineering team to solve complex customer problems and define the roadmap to expand VAT's product portfolio in the gas inlet area.
- Manage the product life cycle during all phases (product development, phase-in, CIP's, customization, phase-out, pricing, training, marketing documentation).
- Identify and analyze market trends and customer technical roadmaps to adapt VAT's product offerings and drive future product requirements.
- Monitor profitability of the OEM accounts and product line, deriving measures to sustain and increase profitability.
- Support the sales entities of VAT group in customer acquisition, product presentations, and negotiations.
- Train sales engineers and customers, establish technical customer documentation as manuals and product data sheets.
YOUR COMPETENCIES
- You're a technical products enthusiast, keen and curious on "How It's Made", with a strong desire to know and own everything that is product related
- Proven experience in product and account management with success in B2B semiconductor sales and customer relationships.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, physics or similar, master's degree is advantageous.
- Additional degree in business, marketing or innovation development or proven track record in a commercial role.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems and/or experience in gas inlet dynamics preferred.
- Product development and product management experience in the semiconductor industry is an advantage.
- Strong entrepreneurial and strategic thinking, analytical and communication skills to structure and influence discussions within the team as well as with senior management and stakeholders.
- Profound experience of the sales process (mechanisms) of high-tech components in a highly consolidated market environment on a global scale.
- Knowledge of the semiconductor market and the relevant WFE manufacturing processes.
- Solid experience in managing international projects.
- Fluent business English skills written and spoken. Fluency in German is of high advantage.
- Willingness to travel internationally (approx. 10%)
WHAT WE OFFER
- Join a global leader at the forefront of semiconductor innovation.
- Thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment that celebrates bold ideas and outstanding execution — where your potential knows no bounds.
- Enjoy an exceptional working environment with great amenities at our VAT Group offices in the Swiss canton of St. Gallen.
- Receive competitive compensation and benefits aligned with your expertise and contributions