MANAGER, PRODUCT MANAGEMENT

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Understand and articulate market trends, demand drivers, customer needs, industry trends, and competitive landscape.
• Define application and market segment-specific value propositions that beat the competition.
• Develop product roadmaps and manage product lifecycle that aligns with business strategy.
• Design go-to-market strategy, inclusive of channel strategy and partnerships.
• Define resource and investment needs necessary to execute the product roadmap and growth strategy.
• Work cross-functionally to define sales, R&D, and operations strategies and goals, in line with financial goals.
• Establish a pricing policy aligned with business and product strategy.
• Develop the annual operating plan (Sales and gross or standard margin).
• Be the opportunity champion for development projects and exercise thought leadership to drive product innovation.
• Plan product launches, including marketing and sales plans, and competitive, market-based pricing.
• Provide demand forecast inputs to S&OP.
• Manage P&L for the portfolio to deliver sustained profitable growth.
• Enable sales teams for pipeline growth and conversion through training, value-proposition development, and customer engagement.
• Manage special price requests and ongoing competitive benchmarking.
• Track progress to the business plan and resolve product issues and gaps.
• Manage a team of global product managers, supporting their development and career planning.

Requirements

• 4-year technical degree required.
• 8+ years of product management, sales, business development, or relevant P&L management experience preferred.
• Experience with connectors, product, or relevant experience in industrial markets is an advantage.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand and navigate technically complex concepts.
• Creative and innovative thinker with the ability to develop and execute product strategies and business plans.
• Proven ability to multitask and drive results in a dynamic, high-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, planning, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams both internally and externally.
• Advanced presentation skills for effectively communicating complex concepts.

Nice to Have

• An advanced business degree (MBA).

Qualifications

• Educational background: 4-year technical degree; MBA preferred.
• Experience: 8+ years in product management, sales, or business development.
• Relevant industry experience in connectors or industrial markets is advantageous.

Benefits & Perks

• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, and voluntary benefits.