Product Manager Cell Counting
Location Nänikon, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland Date posted July 30, 2026 Job ID 22618Our Opening and Your Responsibilities
In our Analytical Chemistry business unit, we design and produce innovative measuring instruments that have an excellent image and footprint in the market. The Product Manager of the SPG (Strategic Product Group) is responsible for managing the assigned product line, focusing on increasing sales and profitability of existing products while defining and developing new products. To strengthen our team in Nänikon, we are looking for an experienced and innovative Product Manager Cell Counting 80 – 100% (all genders).
In this role, your responsibilities would include:
- Own the full product lifecycle for the CytoDirect cell counting portfolio, ensuring market fit and profitability.
- Analyze market trends, competition, and segmentation to identify opportunities and define accessible/addressable market potential.
- Drive product strategy, including product enhancements, new product development, and the 4 Ps: product, place, positioning, and pricing.
- Build business cases for new projects, covering market analysis, MRD, pricing, documentation, communication tools, and success factors.
- Define and execute the go-to-market and marketing strategy, including positioning, target customers, sales tools, and global campaigns.
- Plan and support successful product introductions in coordination with Market Organizations and MSG AnaChem.
- Act as internal and external product expert, supporting sales, key customers, and third-level troubleshooting for technical/application issues.
- Collaborate closely with regional project managers, market organizations, and SBU market management to define requirements, gather intelligence, and develop business opportunities.
What You Need to Succeed
Following requirements are necessary for this role:
- You have a higher degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related field. An advanced degree (MBA or relevant Master’s) is preferred.
- You have a minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience in product management in the life sciences or related fields, preferably with a focus on instrument development.
- You bring strong leadership, strategic thinking, and cross-functional collaboration to develop market-aligned product strategies.
- You have solid technical acumen in life science instruments and cell-counting workflows, with a good understanding of relevant regulations and industry best practices.
- Ideally you bring strong communication, a problem-solving mindset, and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
- We require fluent communication skills in English, German is an advantage.
- Willingness to travel about 10 – 15%.
Our Offer to You
We offer:
- Flexible working hours (depending on the role), a hybrid work model, and a wide portfolio of training opportunities
- A 40-hour work week with at least 25 vacation days per year, plus 4 to 7 additional days off between bank holidays
- Free parking and direct access to public transport
- Healthy lunches cooked onsite at our own METTLER TOLEDO restaurant, with special prices for employees
- A range of additional attractive benefits, including employee discounts at select area businesses
You can expect challenging, interesting, and varied tasks in an innovative and international environment, with the opportunity to network globally and achieve your career goals.
Have we raised your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application at our Job portal.
Have we raised your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application at our Job portal.
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If you have any question, please do not hesitate to contact our Talent Acquisition Team ta-ch@mt.com.
If you have any question, please do not hesitate to contact our Talent Acquisition Team ta-ch@mt.com.
About Mettler Toledo
METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.
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