Manager Products - Offshore and Special Purpose

Offshore & Special Purpose is a growing and strategically important area within Propulsion & Handling. We develop and deliver advanced handling solutions used in some of the world’s most demanding offshore and maritime operations. With increasing market opportunities and an ambitious technology roadmap ahead, we are now strengthening our leadership team.

If you want to shape the direction of a large product portfolio, influence future technology, and lead a highly skilled team — this role offers a unique opportunity.

About the Role
We are looking for a Manager Products to lead the Offshore & Special Purpose product area and drive our strategic development. In this role, you will be responsible for the full product portfolio, the long-term technology roadmap, and market positioning — shaping the future direction of our solutions. This is a key leadership role with strong business impact, working closely with technology, sales, and delivery organisations across Kongsberg Maritime.

What You Will Do
• Set a clear strategic direction for the product portfolio.
• Lead, empower, and develop the Technical Product Manager teams.
• Identify market trends, customer needs, and new business opportunities.
• Align product strategy with commercial goals and technology development.
• Manaage product economics, lifecycle performance, and profitability.
• Drive innovation initiatives, R&D projects, and supplier collaborations.

What Makes You Successful
• You lead through others and create clarity, direction, and momentum.
• You combine a strong business mindset with the ability to challenge solutions and think ahead.
• You balance strategic outlook with hands-on execution.
• You communicate clearly and build strong cross-functional relationships.

Qualifications
• Proven experience in product management, ideally within maritime, offshore, or other complex technical domains.
• Strategic and analytical mindset with solid execution skills.
• Leadership experience with cross-functional teams.
• Strong commercial understanding and the ability to balance business and technical priorities.
• Degree in technology or business (or equivalent experience).

This position may require security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority, clearance through the Civil Aviation Authority, or a background check. Please note that this may affect the offer process or employment.

What We Offer
• A key leadership position in a global, innovation-driven company.
• The opportunity to influence the future of offshore and special-purpose solutions.
• A strong professional environment with excellent development opportunities.
• The chance to work with world-leading technology that supports safer and more sustainable marine operations.

Work Location
Ålesund, Ulsteinvik, Hjørungavåg, Brattvåg

Point of Contact
Roy Sindre Nystøyl, Vice President Offshore and Special Purpose
Tel: +47 913 69 309
Email: roy-sindre.nystoyl@km.kongsberg.com

About Kongsberg Maritime

Kongsberg Maritime is a technology pioneer, enabling a more sustainable future for our oceans. Our zero-emission integrated technologies advance the maritime industry and solve our customers' toughest challenges. With unmatched competence, innovation, and global reach, we are the trusted maritime partner. Headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales, and service facilities in 35 countries.

KONGSBERG is a leading global technology group. For more than 200 years, we have continuously advanced with innovative solutions for customers, partners, and society. We believe diversity is our strength. By fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, we create space for new perspectives and ideas—driving better business results.

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