Senior Product Strategy Manager (100%)

pTo support our Product Strategy Heritage Department we are looking for a /ph3bSENIOR PRODUCT STRATEGY MANAGER (100%) /b /h3pbDuration /b: Permanentbr/bStart /b: January 2027 /ppBuild the future of timekeeping at IWC – As the Senior Product Strategy Manager you will drive the long-term vision for our iconic Ingenieur and Portugieser collections, while steering major strategic initiatives across the Maison’s overall product portfolio. Working at the heart of IWC’s product organization, you develop and execute long-term product strategies, translate market insights, customer expectations and the Maison’s product vision into compelling new watches. The position supervises a Product Strategy intern and reports directly to the Associate Director Product Strategy Heritage. Partnering with key cross-functional departments within IWC, the role combines strategic thinking, creativity and a profound understanding of mechanical watchmaking to help define the next generation of IWC timepieces. /ph3bYOUR MISSION AT IWC. /b /h3pbProduct Strategy Portfolio Development /b /pulliDevelop and implement long-term product strategies for the Ingenieur and Portugieser collections, translating IWC’s product vision into concrete development roadmaps. /liliDrive strategic product development projects in close collaboration with Design, RD, Operations, Marketing, Sales and Finance and lead major strategic initiatives across IWC’s overall product portfolio. /liliIdentify new product opportunities through analysis of customer needs, market developments, competitors and emerging trends in the luxury watch industry. /liliDevelop recommendations for product concepts, positioning, pricing and collection architecture to strengthen product desirability and commercial performance. /liliAnalyze and monitor the performance of existing collections, identifying opportunities for portfolio optimization and future growth. /liliPrepare strategic product presentations and recommendations for senior management and Executive Committee decision meetings. /liliContribute to the development and expansion of IWC’s female product offer. /li /ulpbLaunch Product Leadership /b /pulliDevelop 360° product launch strategies for new collections and novelties in collaboration with Marketing, Communications and Sales. /liliEnsure consistent product positioning, storytelling and messaging across all launch activities and product-related content. /liliAct as a product expert and ambassador for IWC, presenting new products and collections to international journalists, collectors, clients and other key stakeholders. /liliSupport major international launches, events and product presentations. /li /ulpbProject Coordination Mentoring /b /pulliCoordinate cross-functional project teams, ensuring alignment and progress across product development and strategic initiatives. /li /ululliSupervise and mentor the Product Strategy intern, providing guidance and supporting professional development. /li /ulh3bHOW YOU BECOME PART OF THE JOURNEY. /b /h3ulliUniversity degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering or a comparable field. /lili3+ years of relevant professional experience in the luxury watch industry, preferably in Product Management, Product Strategy or a closely product-related function. /liliStrong expertise of mechanical watches, including movements, complications, materials and key product characteristics. /liliAbove-average knowledge of the luxury watch industry, including its major competitors, product segments, market dynamics and emerging trends. /liliStrong analytical and conceptual skills, with the ability to translate market and customer insights into actionable product recommendations. /liliGenuine passion for product, design and innovation, combined with a strong commercial mindset. /liliProactive, creative and structured personality with a high degree of ownership and attention to detail. /liliExcellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and organizational levels. /liliFluent in English; German and/or French are an advantage. /li /ulpAbove all, we are looking for someone with a genuine passion for mechanical watches and the ambition to help shape the future of IWC’s collections. /ph3bWHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US. /b /h3pIWC offers you a challenging working environment: rooted in Switzerland, but operating successfully internationally. We combine tradition with innovation and attach great importance to change management, training and further education as well as personal development. Find below a selection of fringe benefits provided by us: /pulliDaily food beverage allowance of CHF 7, redeem-able in the in-house restaurant and selected restaurants in Schaffhausen. /liliYearly health insurance contribution of CHF 2'340 for full-time contracts. /liliAnnual contribution to public transportation abonnements of up to CHF 1'500 for contracts of at least one year. /lili25 days vacation annually (30 days as of the age of 50), 5 additional bridge compensation days. /liliSpecial conditions on selected IWC Richemont products. /liliDiverse health wellbeing initiatives and programs, including financial support for external childcare. /liliIWC Sport Club (est. 1972) for sport enthusiasts. /liliAttractive workplace adjacent to the river rhine, inviting for social activities amongst colleagues. /liliMemorable internal events (Christmas, summer after work drinks, etc.). /liliAnd many more! /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr