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Product management is more than a function – it is the key to growth, innovation and market success. Our interim product managers know exactly how to turn ideas into successful products. In just 36 hours, we connect you with experienced experts who will strengthen your teams, make your processes more efficient and take your product development to the next level.
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Interim Product Manager - your key to successful product growth

An excellent interim product manager thinks in an entrepreneurial and customer-oriented way. They know how to bring together product vision, market requirements and corporate goals – and ensure that ideas become real market successes. Whether as an operational driver or strategic sparring partner: our interim product managers help you to steer your products efficiently through all phases – from market analysis and development to successful market launch. With consultingheads, you secure interim product managers who take on responsibility, break down silos and enable teams to develop and implement innovative solutions.

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Your perfect candidate in just 36 hours

With consultingheads, you will find exactly the right interim product manager who understands your vision, empowers your teams and strategically drives your product development forward. Our experts not only bring technical excellence, but also practical experience from a wide range of industries.

Jonas

Digital Product Lead

Cross-Functional Leadership

KPI-Driven Decisions

Agile roadmapping

Marie

Technical Product Manager

Technical Stakeholder Mgmt

Scalability Planning

API Design

Thomas

Growth Product Manager

Funnel Optimization

User Acquisition

A/B Testing

Sophia

Customer Insights Lead

Data-Driven Personas

Qualitative Research

UX Collaboration

Your Interim Product Manager could support your project in this way:

The exact tasks may vary depending on the specific context and the needs of each client, but here are some typical activities and responsibilities that a Product Manager might have:

Berater für digitale Transformation Schritt 1: Analyse und Bewertung

Market analysis and product evaluation:

  • Carrying out a well-founded market and competition analysis in order to recognize potential and risks at an early stage.
  • Evaluation of existing products and development of recommendations for optimization or new development.
Berater für digitale Transformation Schritt 2: Zieldefinition und Strategieentwicklung

Product strategy and development:

  • Definition of a clear, targeted product strategy, tailored to your business objectives.
  • Creation of a product roadmap and prioritization of features based on market and customer requirements.
Berater für digitale Transformation Schritt 3: Technologische Integration und Infrastruktur

Team coordination and stakeholder management:

  • Leading cross-functional teams and ensuring smooth cooperation between all parties involved.
  • Transparent communication with stakeholders and responsibility for compliance with the product vision.
Berater für digitale Transformation Schritt 4: Change Management und Schulungen

Market launch and launch strategy:

  • Development and implementation of a go-to-market strategy that ensures the success of your product on the market.
  • Management of the entire launch process, from development to successful market launch.
Berater für digitale Transformation Schritt 5: Umsetzung und Monitoring

Change management and continuous improvement:

  • Promoting an agile product development culture and establishing feedback loops.
  • Conducting regular reviews and continuously adapting the strategy to maximize product success.
Berater für digitale Transformation Schritt 6: Evaluation und Optimierung

Strengthen customer centricity and market focus:

  • Development of a customer-oriented product strategy that is consistently geared to the needs of your target group.
  • Conducting user research, market feedback analyses and integrating the findings into product development in order to ensure long-term market success.

How it works

From strategy to implementation: success begins with us.

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We find the right solution for every challenge. Our strength lies in the diverse expertise of our network. With us, you will find the knowledge and the personalities you need - across all sectors, from strategy to implementation. In just 24 - 28 hours.

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Step 3: Success

For us, it's not just about the technical aspects. Interpersonal relationships are at the heart of our business. We firmly believe that sustainable success can only be achieved by creating the perfect connection between people.

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Why NOW?

Now is the best time to strengthen your product management with an interim product manager

79 %

of companies state that the role of product management is crucial for digital transformation and market success.

Product managers for the digital world | McKinsey

34 %

higher profit margins are achieved by companies with strong product management compared to companies without a clear product strategy.

30 Product statistics and trends – AFFCK

over 16,000

product managers are already active in the IT services sector in the DACH region alone – clear evidence of the relevance of this role in innovation-driven industries.

Infographic: Product management worldwide and in Germany

Any questions?

Frequently asked questions about product management

Why is an interim product manager valuable?

A temporary external product manager brings neutral perspectives, sound methodological knowledge and immediate availability – without long training periods.

We will find the right interim product manager to meet your challenge in just 36 hours.

Which methods are used in product management?

Our Product Managers work with Lean, Design Thinking, Scrum and other agile methods – tailored to your product strategy.

When is the right time to appoint an interim product manager?

Whenever you need short-term reinforcement, strategic expertise or operational support in product development.

What distinguishes a product manager from a project manager?

The Product Manager is responsible for product strategy and market success. The project manager, on the other hand, manages the operational implementation of individual projects.

For which company sizes does an Interim Product Manager make sense?

Whether you are a start-up, a medium-sized company or a large corporation – an experienced interim product manager will ensure that your products are developed efficiently and in a market-oriented manner.

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IT & Softwareentwicklung: Produkte entwickeln, die Nutzer begeistern

Die IT- und Softwarebranche ist geprägt von rasanten Innovationszyklen, ständig wechselnden Anforderungen und einem immer stärkeren Wettbewerb. Wer hier erfolgreich sein will, muss nicht nur schnell liefern, sondern auch die richtigen Features für die richtige Zielgruppe entwickeln. Genau hier kommt ein Interim Product Manager ins Spiel: Er hilft Ihnen, Ihre Produktvision zu schärfen, Prioritäten klar zu definieren und Ihre Teams agil auszurichten.

Ob bei der Einführung neuer digitaler Plattformen, der Skalierung bestehender Softwareprodukte oder der Steuerung komplexer Entwicklungsprojekte – unsere Interim Product Manager sorgen dafür, dass Ihre Produktentwicklung zielgerichtet, kundenfokussiert und effizient abläuft. Sie schließen kurzfristige Know-how-Lücken, übernehmen operative Verantwortung und stellen sicher, dass Ihre Produkt-Roadmap nicht ins Stocken gerät

Automobil- & Fertigungsindustrie: Zukunftsfähige Produkte in einem dynamischen Umfeld

Die Automobil- und Fertigungsindustrie befindet sich im tiefgreifenden Wandel. Neue Mobilitätskonzepte, der Übergang zur Elektromobilität, Digitalisierung der Wertschöpfungsketten – all das erfordert nicht nur technologische Anpassungen, sondern auch neue Denkweisen im Produktmanagement.

Ein erfahrener Interim Product Manager unterstützt Sie dabei, diesen Wandel aktiv zu gestalten. Er bringt die notwendige Erfahrung mit, um komplexe Produktentwicklungen effizient zu steuern, innovative Features marktreif zu machen und interne sowie externe Stakeholder entlang der gesamten Wertschöpfungskette zu koordinieren. Besonders in Phasen mit hoher Dynamik oder personellen Engpässen ist ein Interim Product Manager der Schlüssel, um Ihre Projekte schnell und nachhaltig voranzutreiben.

Finanzdienstleister & Versicherungen: Flexibles Produktmanagement in einem regulierten Markt

Die Finanzbranche steht unter enormem Innovationsdruck: Regulatorische Vorgaben werden strenger, gleichzeitig fordern Kunden zunehmend digitale, individuelle und nutzerfreundliche Produkte. Diese Balance aus Compliance und Kundenzentrierung zu meistern, ist eine der größten Herausforderungen für Banken, Versicherungen und FinTechs.

Ein Interim Product Manager hilft Ihnen genau dabei: Er sorgt dafür, dass neue Produkte schnell, effizient und regelkonform entwickelt und auf den Markt gebracht werden. Er moderiert zwischen Fachbereichen, IT und Regulatorik und bringt die Erfahrung und Neutralität mit, die in Transformationsphasen oft fehlt. So stellen Sie sicher, dass Ihre Produktentwicklung nicht in komplexen Abstimmungen stecken bleibt, sondern Ergebnisse liefert.

Handel & E-Commerce: Agiles Produktmanagement für maximale Kundenzufriedenheit

Die Handels- und E-Commerce-Branche ist von kurzlebigen Trends, wechselnden Kundenbedürfnissen und einem enormen Konkurrenzdruck geprägt. Wer in diesem Markt bestehen will, muss in der Lage sein, seine Produkte und Plattformen laufend zu optimieren und an die Anforderungen des Marktes anzupassen.

Ein erfahrener Interim Product Manager hilft Ihnen, genau das zu tun: Er sorgt für eine klare Produktstrategie, schnelle Entscheidungswege und die agile Steuerung Ihrer Produktentwicklung. Egal ob beim Relaunch Ihres Online-Shops, bei der Einführung neuer digitaler Services oder der Weiterentwicklung Ihrer Logistikplattform – unsere Interim Product Manager unterstützen Sie dabei, Ihre Time-to-Market zu verkürzen und Ihre Kundenzufriedenheit nachhaltig zu steigern.

Gesundheitswesen & Pharma: Produktstrategien für komplexe und regulierte Märkte

Im Gesundheitswesen und der Pharmaindustrie stehen Unternehmen vor der Herausforderung, innovative Produkte zu entwickeln, die gleichzeitig höchsten regulatorischen Anforderungen entsprechen. Die Komplexität der Produktentwicklung wird zusätzlich durch lange Entwicklungszyklen, hohe Qualitätsstandards und die zunehmende Digitalisierung erhöht.

Unsere Interim Product Manager bringen genau die Erfahrung mit, die Sie in diesem sensiblen Umfeld brauchen. Sie helfen Ihnen, Produktideen effizient in marktreife Lösungen zu überführen, regulatorische Vorgaben zu berücksichtigen und die Zusammenarbeit zwischen Forschung, IT, Produktion und Vertrieb zu orchestrieren. So stellen Sie sicher, dass Ihre Produktentwicklungsprojekte nicht nur compliant, sondern auch wirtschaftlich erfolgreich sind.

Energie & Umwelt: Nachhaltige und marktfähige Produkte entwickeln

Die Energie- und Umweltbranche steht im Zeichen der Dekarbonisierung, Digitalisierung und regulatorischer Umbrüche. Unternehmen müssen nicht nur nachhaltige Produkte und Services entwickeln, sondern diese auch schnell auf den Markt bringen, um im Wettbewerb bestehen zu können.

Ein Interim Product Manager unterstützt Sie dabei, Ihre Produktentwicklung strategisch auszurichten und Ihre Angebote an den steigenden ökologischen, technologischen und wirtschaftlichen Anforderungen auszurichten. Er sorgt dafür, dass nachhaltige Produkte nicht nur technisch realisierbar, sondern auch marktfähig sind – und begleitet Ihr Team operativ in Phasen hoher Dynamik oder personeller Engpässe.

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IT & software development: developing products that inspire users

The IT and software industry is characterized by rapid innovation cycles, constantly changing requirements and ever-increasing competition. If you want to be successful here, you not only have to deliver quickly, but also develop the right features for the right target group. This is exactly where an interim product manager comes into play: they help you to sharpen your product vision, clearly define priorities and align your teams in an agile way.

Whether introducing new digital platforms, scaling existing software products or managing complex development projects – our interim product managers ensure that your product development is targeted, customer-focused and efficient. They close short-term know-how gaps, take on operational responsibility and ensure that your product roadmap does not come to a standstill

Automotive & manufacturing industry: Sustainable products in a dynamic environment

The automotive and manufacturing industry is undergoing profound change. New mobility concepts, the transition to electromobility, digitalization of value chains – all of this requires not only technological adjustments, but also new ways of thinking in product management.

An experienced interim product manager supports you in actively shaping this change. They have the necessary experience to efficiently manage complex product developments, make innovative features ready for the market and coordinate internal and external stakeholders along the entire value chain. Especially in phases with high dynamics or personnel bottlenecks, an interim product manager is the key to driving your projects forward quickly and sustainably.

Financial service providers & insurance companies: Flexible product management in a regulated market

The financial sector is under enormous pressure to innovate: regulatory requirements are becoming stricter, while customers are increasingly demanding digital, customized and user-friendly products. Mastering this balance between compliance and customer centricity is one of the biggest challenges for banks, insurance companies and FinTechs.

An interim product manager helps you do just that: they ensure that new products are developed and brought to market quickly, efficiently and in compliance with regulations. They moderate between specialist departments, IT and regulatory bodies and bring the experience and neutrality that is often lacking in transformation phases. This ensures that your product development does not get bogged down in complex coordination, but delivers results.

Retail & e-commerce: Agile product management for maximum customer satisfaction

The retail and e-commerce industry is characterized by short-lived trends, changing customer needs and enormous competitive pressure. If you want to survive in this market, you need to be able to continuously optimize your products and platforms and adapt them to market requirements.

An experienced interim product manager helps you to do just that: they ensure a clear product strategy, fast decision-making processes and agile management of your product development. Whether you are relaunching your online store, introducing new digital services or further developing your logistics platform – our interim product managers will help you to shorten your time-to-market and sustainably increase your customer satisfaction.

Healthcare & pharma: Product strategies for complex and regulated markets

Companies in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries are faced with the challenge of developing innovative products that also meet the highest regulatory requirements. The complexity of product development is further increased by long development cycles, high quality standards and increasing digitalization.

Our interim product managers have exactly the experience you need in this sensitive environment. They will help you to efficiently transform product ideas into market-ready solutions, take regulatory requirements into account and orchestrate collaboration between research, IT, production and sales. This ensures that your product development projects are not only compliant, but also economically successful.

Energy & environment: Developing sustainable and marketable products

The energy and environmental sector is undergoing decarbonization, digitalization and regulatory upheaval. Companies not only have to develop sustainable products and services, but also bring them to market quickly in order to remain competitive.

An interim product manager supports you in strategically aligning your product development and aligning your offerings with increasing ecological, technological and economic requirements. They ensure that sustainable products are not only technically feasible, but also marketable – and support your team operationally in phases of high dynamics or personnel bottlenecks.