Associate Director, Product Management - Luxury

At Bose Corporation, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth — and for over 60 years, we have been a company built on innovation, excellence, and independence. Privately owned, fiercely customer-focused, and driven by our values, we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound. 

Today, Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions, we are shaping the future of audio technology, automotive, luxury, and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation. 

The Head of Product Management defines and drives the vision, strategy, and execution of the entire product portfolio for a group of brands operating in the luxury audio market. As an Associate Director, this role is a key strategic connector between brand strategy, technological innovation, design, engineering, marketing, and sales, ensuring coherence, differentiation, and commercial

success across the full product lifecycle.

Define and lead the product vision for each brand, fully respecting its DNA, positioning, and heritage. Ensure the development of iconic, technologically advanced products that are highly relevant to the high-end / luxury market. Maximize customer value, competitiveness, and profitability across the product portfolio.

Product Strategy

• Define the group-level product strategy and mid- to long-term product roadmaps for each brand.
• Translate corporate and brand strategies into clear and actionable product development plans.
• Identify opportunities for innovation, range extensions, and portfolio rationalization.

Portfolio Management

• Oversee the full product lifecycle (concept, development, launch, maturity, phase-out).
• Ensure consistency across product architecture, pricing, positioning, and target audiences.
• Monitor product performance (sales, margins, market feedback) and propose corrective actions.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Coordination

• Lead and coordinate Product Managers and/or Product Specialists across multiple brands.
• Work closely with R&D, Design, Industrialization, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Sales teams.
• Facilitate complex decision-making by balancing creative, technical, industrial, and business requirements.

Innovation, Technology & Design

• Oversee the integration of sonic excellence, industrial design, and user experience.
• Oversee the development of new technological platforms (hardware, software, streaming, digital integration).
• Ensure that every product expresses core luxury values: perceived quality, attention to detail, and exclusivity.
• Define, together with Marketing, the value proposition, key messages, and product storytelling.
• Support global product launches (presentations, materials, internal and dealer training).
• Collaborate with Sales to address the needs of key markets and strategic customers.

Market & Competitive Analysis

• Analyze market trends, high-end consumer behavior, and competitive benchmarks.
• Anticipate technological, cultural, and lifestyle evolutions within the luxury audio entertainment sector.

Education & Preferred qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Product Management, preferably in premium or luxury environments.
• Background in related sectors such as high-end audio, premium consumer electronics, design-driven products, luxury automotive, or high-end lifestyle.
• Proven experience managing multi-brand portfolios or products with strong brand identity.
• Solid understanding of audio technologies, hardware and software.
• Strong financial acumen, including product P&L, cost structures, and pricing strategies.
• Demonstrated leadership and the ability to influence and guide cross-functional teams.
• Strategic vision combined with a strong execution mindset.
• High sensitivity to design, brand culture, and product craftsmanship.
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills.
• Structured, decisive, and results-oriented approach.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Italian or additional languages is a plus.

• Opportunity to shape the future of iconic luxury audio brands.
• International, creative, and technologically advanced environment.
• High-impact strategic role with strong visibility at group level.

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