Sr. Product Manager, Hardware

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Define and execute a 1-2 year roadmap for Promethean’s Active Panel and display portfolio 

• Align product strategy with Promethean’s mission to empower users worldwide 

• Identify opportunities for innovation across hardware, software, and services within the classroom ecosystem 

• Lead the end-to-end management of product lines, including hardware platforms, embedded OS (e.g., Android-based experiences), and connected software solutions 

• Drive the launch of new ActivPanel generations and complementary offerings 

• Own product positioning, value proposition, and lifecycle management across global markets 

• Evaluate, select, and manage OEM/ODM partners for upcoming Promethean hardware programs 

• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and operations teams to assess vendor capabilities, cost structures, quality, and scalability 

• Lead RFI/RFP processes and contribute to contract and partner selection decisions 

• Ensure OEM partners align with Promethean’s standards for performance, reliability, innovation, and global distribution needs 

• Use qualitative and quantitative insights (usage data, classroom workflows, field research) to identify unmet needs 

• Translate real user problems into innovative, scalable product solutions 

• Partner with engineering, UX, curriculum, sales, and marketing teams to deliver cohesive solutions 

• Collaborate with global regional teams to ensure products meet local market needs while maintaining platform consistency 

• Act as a key voice of the product internally and externally, evangelizing Promethean’s solutions 

• Define product requirements spanning hardware, firmware, and software integration 

• Manage product backlogs, feature prioritization, and release cycles 

• Ensure high-quality delivery of reliable, intuitive, and impactful classroom technology 

• Define and monitor KPIs for product success, including adoption, engagement, revenue, and customer satisfaction 

• Continuously evaluate product performance and iterate based on insights 

• Maintain leadership in the AV and edtech space through ongoing innovation 

Job Skills and Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of experience in the audio-visual (AV) industry, with a strong focus on display or interactive technologies. 

• Proven track record of managing and launching new product lines, particularly interactive flat panels or comparable hardware/software solutions. 

• Hands-on experience working with OEM/ODM partners, including vendor evaluation and selection. 

• Demonstrated success in defining strategy and delivering complex, integrated hardware and software products. 

• Strong lifecycle management experience, from concept through commercialization and scaling. 

• Ability to leverage customer insights, market data, and analytics to drive decisions. 

• Solid understanding of AV systems, including display technologies, touch interfaces, and connectivity. 

• Familiarity with Android-based systems and embedded device ecosystems preferred. 

• Knowledge of hardware development cycles, supply chain considerations, and global manufacturing. 

• Understanding classroom technology environments, IT infrastructure, and procurement cycles in education. 

• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills to articulate compelling product visions. 

• Strong cross-functional leadership across global, matrixed teams and external partners. 

• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and drive alignment, including third-party vendors. 

• Customer-first mindset 

• Strategic thinking and execution 

• Data-driven decision-making 

• Vendor/partner evaluation and negotiation awareness 

• Adaptability and innovation