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Product Line Manager

Thales

Paris, Ile-de-France, FranceOn Site

Original Job Summary

Overview

Thales, a global leader in high technologies, is seeking a Product Line Manager to drive innovation in digital solutions including cloud, cybersecurity, SaaS, and more.

About Thales

Thales invests nearly 4 billion euros annually in R&D across Defence & Security, Aeronautics & Space, and Cyber & Digital. With 81,000 employees across 68 countries, Thales is committed to building a safer and more sustainable world.

Your Role as Product Line Manager

In this role, you will act as the voice of the market and sales. You will collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Product Strategy teams to ensure our digital line products achieve significant market impact. Responsibilities include:

  • Align market insights with product roadmaps
  • Drive commercial performance and growth initiatives
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams
  • Manage the product lifecycle from launch to retirement
  • Monitor KPIs including revenue, margin, and market share

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead go-to-market strategy and sales support
  • Analyze market data and adjust strategy accordingly
  • Drive revenue growth and improve gross margins
  • Collaborate with international teams
  • Deliver measurable business impact

Key Skills/Competency

  • Digital Solutions
  • Product Lifecycle
  • Market Analysis
  • Sales Strategy
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Revenue Growth
  • Cloud
  • Cybersecurity
  • SaaS
  • Leadership

How to Get Hired at Thales

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Thales's culture: Study company values and recent innovations.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight digital product and market impact.
  • Showcase leadership: Emphasize cross-functional project successes.
  • Prepare data insights: Use examples of revenue growth and KPIs.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review cloud and cybersecurity basics.
Practice data analysis with sales KPIs.
Understand SaaS lifecycle management.
Familiarize with digital market trends.

Behavioral Questions

Discuss a cross-team project outcome.
Explain handling critical market data.
Describe influencing without authority.
Share experience managing product lifecycle.