Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Product Manager to drive the strategy, development, launch and lifecycle management of Data Protection solutions, centered on purpose-built HPE server solutions for Data Protection workloads. This role is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and bringing to market integrated solutions that combine HPE IP products and Independent Software Vendor (ISV) technologies to address customer requirements and accelerate the HPE IP portfolio.
In this role, you will work closely with the HPE Hardware Systems Architects, Product Teams, ISV partners, and customers to define solution requirements and develop purpose-built server configurations and Bills of Material (BOMs) that optimize performance, scalability, interoperability, and customer value throughout the product lifecycle.
Success in this role requires strong product management expertise, technical acumen, and cross-functional leadership. The ideal candidate will collaborate across Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Sales, Marketing and partner organizations to deliver differentiated solutions, achieve business objectives, and enhance customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Own product strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle management for HPE and partner-integrated solutions.
- Define product value propositions, market positioning, customer segments, and business cases to drive portfolio growth.
- Develop and sustain HPE server configuration and BOMs, optimized for ISV software solutions.
- Collaborate with HPE and partner stakeholders to identify, develop, and launch differentiated joint solutions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Engineering, Supply Chain, Marketing, Pricing, and Sales to successfully deliver products to market.
- Drive product launches through HPE's New Product Introduction (NPI) process and lifecycle governance requirements.
- Develop pricing and financial strategies that support competitive offerings and business objectives.
- Develop technical documentation and contribute to marketing content development for sales enablement and solution adoption.
- Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned products and support strategic customer and partner engagements.
- Build and maintain strong partner relationships, monitor business performance, and identify growth opportunities through ongoing business reviews.
Skill Requirements
- Knowledge of product management methodologies and lifecycle management practices.
- Knowledge of Data Protection technologies, markets, and customer requirements.
- Understanding of enterprise server hardware, including architecture, component selection, configuration design, and lifecycle management.
- Experience developing and sustaining server hardware BOMs and technical solution documentation.
- Strong technical acumen and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong process and execution discipline.
- Ability to develop business cases, pricing strategies, and financial models.
- Experience collaborating with ISV and technology partners.
- Strong cross-functional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to translate customer and market needs into product strategy and roadmap priorities.
Other Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field; MBA or advanced technical degree preferred.
- 8+ years of experience in Product Management, Engineering, or a related role within the enterprise IT industry.
- Experience with enterprise server hardware, infrastructure solutions, or software-integrated systems.
- Experience developing business cases, product roadmaps, and go-to-market strategies.
- Experience working with ISV partners or technology ecosystem partnerships preferred.
- Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives and bringing products to market.