Jens Harti

In this role, I oversee product management and marketing functions with direct accountability to executive leadership. I guide portfolio direction, ensure alignment with regulatory frameworks, and lead a small team across strategic and operational topics. My work focuses on improving product structures, enhancing digital systems, and maintaining cost efficiency while supporting long-term business objectives. ♦ Lead product management and marketing teams with clear reporting lines ♦ Oversee portfolio development, ensuring alignment with evolving regulatory requirements ♦ Manage internal budgets, balancing cost structures with performance expectations ♦ Coordinate product updates and new launches within defined technical frameworks ♦ Implement modular product structures to reduce complexity and improve efficiency ♦ Develop centralized product database supporting automated documentation and digital channels

I managed an international product portfolio within the BBQ and electrical cooking category, working closely with senior leadership. My responsibilities included product planning, launch coordination, and collaboration with marketing teams. I contributed to integrating new product concepts into existing manufacturing environments while ensuring consistent product positioning across markets. ♦ Managed portfolio of cooking products with responsibility for forty SKUs ♦ Reported directly to senior leadership on portfolio performance and planning ♦ Coordinated product launches with marketing teams across multiple international regions ♦ Supported development of new product concepts aligned with category requirements ♦ Assisted integration of products into established global manufacturing structures ♦ Maintained consistency in product positioning across different regional markets

In this position, I was responsible for a major product segment within professional dishwashing systems. I worked on product updates, coordinated development projects, and supported the introduction of connected machine features. My role included managing specific technical solutions and ensuring products addressed practical operational requirements in hospitality environments. ♦ Managed key product segment contributing significant share of total equipment sales ♦ Coordinated development of connected machine features supporting remote service capabilities ♦ Supported introduction of systems enabling data collection for operational monitoring ♦ Led development of specialized dishwashing solution for reusable container applications ♦ Worked closely with technical teams to address product performance requirements ♦ Ensured solutions aligned with operational challenges in professional kitchen environments

I held full responsibility for the company’s product portfolio, covering multiple equipment categories. My work included planning product ranges, coordinating international sourcing, and supporting product launches. I ensured that materials, suppliers, and product specifications met defined standards while maintaining consistency across seasonal collections. ♦ Managed complete product portfolio covering equipment, apparel, and accessories categories ♦ Coordinated development and launch of two full annual product collections ♦ Selected international suppliers based on defined material and production requirements ♦ Verified product specifications to ensure consistency across multiple product categories ♦ Supported use of new materials in development of performance oriented equipment ♦ Maintained alignment between product design, sourcing processes, and quality standards

In this role, I supported product management activities with a focus on market development in Asia. I assisted in analyzing market conditions, contributed to product positioning discussions, and worked on understanding local requirements for household appliances in China. ♦ Supported product management activities within international market development initiatives ♦ Assisted analysis of market conditions for household appliances in China ♦ Contributed to evaluation of product positioning within emerging regional markets ♦ Gathered information on customer preferences and usage patterns in target markets ♦ Coordinated with internal teams to support ongoing product related tasks ♦ Documented findings to support decision making within product management processes

As a Product Management Intern, I supported the regional product management team responsible for dish care solutions across Greater China. I contributed to market analysis, assisted in product coordination, and gained practical insight into regional requirements. The position provided exposure to cross-cultural collaboration and localized product adaptation within a global organization. ♦ Supported product manager in coordinating dish care activities across regional markets ♦ Assisted analysis of customer needs within Greater China appliance market segment ♦ Gathered market data to support product positioning and planning decisions ♦ Coordinated with local teams to align product requirements with market expectations ♦ Contributed to preparation of internal reports for product management activities ♦ Observed adaptation of global products to meet regional regulatory requirements

During this internship, I worked within research and development, gaining exposure to industrial equipment design. I supported technical teams in analyzing machinery components and understanding processes related to milling and classification systems. ♦ Assisted research activities related to milling and classification equipment systems ♦ Supported technical teams in evaluating machinery components and operational processes ♦ Observed development procedures for industrial equipment within controlled environments ♦ Documented technical findings to support ongoing engineering development tasks ♦ Participated in testing procedures to understand equipment functionality and performance ♦ Collaborated with engineers to gain insight into product development workflows