Senior Product Manager | 80-100% | Hybrid working model | Zürich, Switzerland

Company Description

Welcome to SMG Swiss Marketplace Group! SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG simplifies lives with innovative digital solutions, transforming industries since its formation in 2021 through the merger of Scout24 Switzerland and TX Markets. Operating across real estate, automotive, general marketplaces and finance & insurance, SMG thrives on its core values: Better Together, Aim High, and Act Responsibly.

Meet the Team!

At SMG, our strength lies in our people. Meet some of the team members you could work with:

• Philipp Keller - Head of Product Business Customer - LinkedIn

Your Mission

We are searching for an entrepreneurial Senior Product Manager to act as the mini-CEO of a distinct product area, with direct P&L responsibility and end-to-end ownership of revenue performance, product strategy, and go-to-market execution. This role is designed to drive commercial outcomes while building exceptional products, operating at the intersection of product, sales, marketing, and analytics.

What You'll Own

Revenue & Commercial Performance

• Direct P&L accountability for the product area with measurable revenue targets.
• End-to-end funnel optimization from top-of-funnel awareness through conversion and retention.
• Monetization strategy including pricing models, packaging, and new revenue streams.
• Go-to-market execution, collaborating closely with sales and marketing to drive adoption.

Product Strategy & Development

• Product roadmap and prioritization based on validated market demand and revenue impact.
• Cross-functional leadership of engineering teams, providing clear business context and requirements.
• Market validation using fake door tests, A/B experiments, customer interviews, and data analysis.
• Feature specification that translates business goals into technical requirements.

Market Intelligence & Growth

• Customer research and insights to identify unmet needs and expansion opportunities.
• Competitive analysis and market positioning to maintain differentiation.
• Partnership and channel development to accelerate growth.
• Sales enablement including value messaging, competitive positioning, and sales tool development.

How You'll Work

• Demand-First Approach: Validate before building; invest development resources only where real demand exists.
• Startup Mentality: Create momentum across the organization, align stakeholders around shared goals, and foster a culture of shared understanding.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Leverage analytics, user research, and market data for informed decision-making.

What Will You Bring to the Ride?

• Proven commercial focus with hands-on experience in revenue growth, sales enablement, pricing, or monetization strategies.
• Customer-centric mindset; willingness to engage directly with customers to validate insights.
• Data fluency, capable of using SQL or similar tools for insights and market research.
• Leadership skills to inspire cross-functional teams toward a shared vision.
• Agile collaboration experience with engineering teams, focusing on clarity of goals.
• Entrepreneurial drive; comfortable with experimentation and rapid iteration.
• Fluency in both German and English is essential.
• 5+ years of experience as a Product Manager or in a similar commercially-oriented role.

Big Pluses

• Background in marketplaces, SaaS, or subscription-based models.
• Experience in sales enablement, telesales, or self-service product channels.
• Understanding of real estate, finance, or adjacent industries.

What Do We Offer?

• 6 weeks of holidays (with the possibility to buy up to 10 additional days).
• 40-hour work week.
• 18 weeks of maternity leave and 6 weeks of paternity leave, applicable in cases of adoption.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Access to mental health, well-being, and counseling platforms.
• Swiss transport system half-fare card and first-class train travel between SMG sites in Switzerland.

Recruitment Process

We believe hiring is a two-way street, where both parties get to know each other. Expect the following steps:

• Initial Screening Call
• Meeting with the Hiring Manager/ Technical Assessment
• Team Fit Meeting

At SMG, we value unique perspectives and believe in the potential of every individual. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement. Together, we grow skills, embrace differences, and make an impact.

About Us

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG is a pioneering network of online marketplaces and a cutting-edge European digital company that simplifies people’s lives with innovative products. We provide customers with the best tools to meet their life decision needs across various sectors, including Real Estate, Automotive, General Marketplaces, and Finance & Insurance.

Disclaimer

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG primarily engages directly with candidates. Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies are not accepted unless specifically requested by our team. Any submissions made without a prior request will not be acknowledged or considered. We appreciate the understanding and cooperation of recruitment agencies in respecting this policy.