Are you passionate about shaping the future of security solutions? Do you thrive in an environment that values innovation and teamwork? If so, acre security is the place for you!  Join us in making the world a safer place, one innovation at a time.  
 

Position: Product Manager, Access Control  
Location: Europe, remote  

A Bit About Us:   

At acre, we're not just creating security solutions; we're crafting peace of mind. Since our inception in 2012, we've been at the forefront of innovation in access control, visitor management, and intrusion software. Join us in our mission to provide top-notch security solutions globally.  

Role Summary:  

The Access Control Product Manager is responsible for setting the vision and strategy for our product portfolio, defining and prioritizing feature requests, and supporting new product introductions. This role requires a strong emphasis on cloud and SaaS-based product management experience. You will work closely with various disciplines throughout the organization to develop smart, cohesive product plans that align with our company strategy. Expect up to 35% travel and fieldwork. 

Acre is an exciting company within the security industry. We are looking for someone who has the energy and passion to make a difference in helping us reach the next level.  

What You'll Do:   

• Product Strategy: 
  • Take ownership of the process that translates customer, market, business, and strategic requirements into functional/system specifications, focusing on creating innovative, competitive, and sustainable product roadmaps. 
  • Emphasize cloud and SaaS-based product solutions to enhance our offerings. 
• Product Lifecycle Management: 
  • Manage the complete product lifecycle of the product portfolio, from inception to retirement. 
  • Evaluate and define project prioritizations based on market insight, product line strategy, and company goals. 
• Security and Standards: 
  • Specify customer-facing and internal standards for security in products and features, uptime/SLA requirements, and targets for UI/UX ease of use/accessibility and app store ratings minima. 
• New Product Opportunities: 
  • Identify and evaluate new product opportunities in cooperation with the Sales organization to increase competitiveness and revenues. 
• Competitive Benchmarking: 
  • Conduct competitive product benchmarking in close cooperation with product experts, sales, and R&D. 
• New Product Introductions: 
  • Plan and support new product introductions, including tasks such as requirement definition, feature prioritization, implementation sign-offs, field readiness, product documentation, and market launch. 
  • Ensure the availability of comprehensive product documentation, training, and marketing collateral. 
• Relationship Management: 
  • Cultivate and grow relationships with internal customers to deliver innovative and quality-driven products in a timely and effective manner, leading to external customer satisfaction and business growth. 
  • Establish good working relationships with our current and future suppliers, a key aspect of the success of this role is relationship-based. 
• Agile Practices: 
  • Lead strong backlog grooming and feature prioritization efforts aligned with standard Agile practices. 

What You'll Need to be Successful:  

• Degree in electronics, information technology, marketing/business or another related field.  
• 5+ years’ experience in product or portfolio management or equivalent, with a strong emphasis on cloud and SaaS-based product management. 
• Experience within the security industry sector is an advantage  
• Experience in Product Lifecycle Management and New Product Development (agile project development experience is preferred)  
• Experience in Pragmatic Framework, Proficientz, Quartz Product Framework or similar is preferred  
• Demonstrable experience driving UI/UX differentiation is an advantage.  
• Strategic thinking ability with balanced analytical, critical and creative approach  
• Proven ability to interact with people at all levels, from different disciplines within a multi-cultural organization with and ability to capably review qualitative and quantitative data to derive strategic roadmaps  
• Knowledge of customer complaint resolution and quality processes   

Why Acre?  

Joining acre isn't just a job; it's an invitation to a dynamic, forward-thinking community. Here, we value disruptors who inject fresh perspectives, pushing the boundaries of security solutions.  We view our customers as collaborative partners, crafting unique experiences tailored to their unique needs.  Embracing discomfort is our secret sauce, knowing that true greatness and innovative ideas lies beyond our comfort zone.  Finally, it’s about being one team, collaborating in a diverse and supportive environment to achieve something extraordinary.  

Join acre security if you're ready for a workplace that values innovation, customer-centricity, resilience, and unity – a place where your skills meet limitless possibilities. 

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Acre security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.