Simon Fitzgerald
About Simon Fitzgerald
Simon Fitzgerald is a Senior Product Manager at Smiths Detection, where he has worked since 2015. He has a background in product management and technical roles at Horiba UK Limited and Horiba Scientific, along with advanced degrees in Philosophy from Durham University.
Work at Smiths Detection
Simon Fitzgerald has been serving as a Senior Product Manager at Smiths Detection since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for defining product requirements as the customer representative to a large engineering team. He develops and maintains the product strategy and portfolio roadmap specifically for trace products. His experience in this position spans over nine years, contributing to the company's focus on security and detection solutions.
Current Role at Horiba UK Limited
In addition to his role at Smiths Detection, Simon Fitzgerald has been working as a Technical Manager at Horiba UK Limited since 2018. He is based in Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom. His responsibilities in this position include overseeing technical operations and ensuring the successful implementation of product strategies within the organization.
Previous Experience at Horiba Scientific
Simon Fitzgerald has a substantial background at Horiba Scientific, where he held multiple roles from 2002 to 2015. He began as a Raman and XRF Sales and Applications Product Specialist, followed by positions as a Micro-XRF Product Manager and a Raman Software Product Manager. His tenure at Horiba Scientific spanned over nine years, during which he developed expertise in product management and customer engagement.
Education and Expertise
Simon Fitzgerald studied at Durham University, where he earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Philosophy from 1999 to 2002. Prior to this, he completed a Master's degree at the same institution from 1995 to 1999. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his analytical and strategic skills in product management and technical roles.
Customer-Facing Experience
Simon Fitzgerald has extensive experience in customer-facing roles, which include sales, applications, and training. This experience complements his product management responsibilities, allowing him to effectively understand and address customer needs while developing product strategies. His ability to engage with clients has been a significant aspect of his professional career.