Product Manager

to customer needs, market opportunities, and business prioritiesActing as Product Owner for shared platforms, prioritising features, capabilities, and investment decisions based on value and impactBalancing customer requirements, technical feasibility, cost, and time-to-market through effective trade-off decisionsDriving platform standardisation across strategic product lines to improve efficiency, strengthen supply chains, and optimise procurement leverageLeading continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, equipment performance, uptime, throughput, and overall equipment effectivenessChampioning sustainability initiatives and ensuring platform compliance with evolving environmental regulationsCollaborating closely with Product Management, Engineering, Operations, and Commercial teams to define and deliver future platform capabilitiesBuilding business cases and securing investment for platform development and innovationDefining and tracking platform KPIs, lifecycle value,
customer outcomes, quality, and performance metricsPromoting industry best practices and increasing awareness of relevant SEMI standards, including E10, E35, and E79What We're Looking ForWe're seeking an experienced product or platform leader who combines strategic thinking with strong technical and commercial acumen.Essential ExperienceSignificant experience in Product Management, Platform Ownership, or Product Leadership within a complex engineering or technology environmentProven track record of managing shared technology platforms, systems, or products supporting multiple customer solutionsStrong understanding of product lifecycle management, roadmap ownership, and value-based prioritisationExperience working closely with engineering teams in agile, matrix, or hybrid operating environmentsCommercially astute with the ability to evaluate investment opportunities and build compelling business casesExcellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, including engagement with senior
leadersData-driven approach to decision-making and performance managementDesirable ExperienceKnowledge of semiconductor manufacturing and fabrication environmentsUnderstanding of plasma etch and deposition technologies and their role within semiconductor fabrication processesAwareness of industry standards and equipment performance metricsQualificationsPreferred: Degree in Science, Engineering, Technology, or a related discipline.Desirable: Postgraduate qualification or professional accreditation in Product Management, Engineering, or a related field.The PersonYou'll be someone who:Thinks strategically while remaining focused on execution and deliveryHas a strong customer-centric and outcome-driven mindsetEnjoys solving complex problems and making difficult prioritisation decisionsBuilds strong relationships across technical and non-technical teamsThrives in a fast-paced environment with evolving prioritiesBrings clarity and direction in ambiguous situationsCombines analytical thinking
with commercial awarenessWhy Join Oxford Instruments?At Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology, you'll be part of a global technology leader enabling breakthrough discoveries and advancing semiconductor innovation. You'll work alongside talented experts, influence the direction of future technologies, and make a genuine impact on products used around the world.What We OfferCompetitive salary25 days annual leave + half-day FridaysPrivate healthcareShare incentive planPension schemeFlexible benefits tailored to your needsStructured career development opportunitiesA collaborative environment with excellent work-life balance#LI-Hybrid #LI-AC1All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and would ask you to get in touch if you are concerned about any barriers you feel you may be facing in
your application process with us.Note to recruitment agencies: Oxford Instruments operates a Preferred Supplier List, and we do not accept unsolicited agency CVs. Please do not forward candidate details in response to this advert, or to any Oxford Instruments employees or other company locations. Oxford Instruments is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.

At Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology, we're looking for a Product Manager to take ownership of the core technology platforms that power multiple product lines across our semiconductor solutions portfolio. This is a high-impact role where you'll define platform strategy, influence investment decisions, drive innovation, and help deliver cutting-edge equipment used by some of the world's leading technology companies.This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our products while delivering meaningful value to customers, the business, and the semiconductor industry.What You'll Be DoingAs Production Manager, you'll own the vision, strategy, and lifecycle of key product platforms, ensuring they deliver outstanding customer value while supporting business growth and operational excellence.Key responsibilitiesDefining and owning the product vision, value proposition, and pricing strategy for your platformDeveloping and maintaining platform roadmaps aligned