Director of Product Management

Harrison, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Director of Product Management - Harrison OH (Job ID: 1309).

Cincinnati Incorporatedhas been manufacturing machinery since the late 1890s. We pride ourselves on a hard days work and quality. Quality is not only seen in our products but also in our team members. CI employees have shaped the reputation and culture at CI with their uncompromising integrity focus and innovation. The icing on top of the cake: CI offers a competitive andcomprehensive benefit package.Are you ready for your career at CI

Position Summary and Purpose:We are seeking an experienced Director of Product Management to lead our product strategy and drive innovation across our portfolio of metal fabrication and additive manufacturing solutions. Reporting to senior leadership this role will oversee a multidisciplinary team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our products from ideation through market success. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with deep expertise in product lifecycle management within capital equipment or industrial machinery sectors including a strong focus on applying the 80/20 principles to prioritize high-impact customers and products.

Essential Functions:

Lead and mentor the Product Management team Product Consultants Application Engineering Marketing and Training teams fostering a collaborative high-performance culture focused on customer needs and innovation.
Develop and implement comprehensive Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) strategies to optimize product portfolios ensure sustained competitiveness and maximize profitability throughout each products lifecycle with an emphasis on 80/20 analysis to focus resources on the vital few products and customers driving the majority of value.
Drive New Product Development (NPD) strategies from concept ideation and roadmap planning to execution aligning with market trends customer feedback and technological advancements in metal fabrication and additive manufacturing.
Create and execute effective Go-to-Market (GTM) strategies for new products including positioning pricing sales enablement marketing collateral and launch plans to achieve revenue targets.
Manage R&D funnel collaborating with engineering to prioritize projects and establishing timelines.
Apply 80/20 principles to customer segmentation and product portfolio optimization.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering R&D Sales Marketing and Manufacturing to align product roadmaps with business objectives and customer requirements.
Analyze market intelligence competitive landscapes and voice-of-customer data to inform product decisions and identify growth opportunities.
Establish key performance metrics for product success monitor portfolio health and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Work Experience:

7 years of progressive experience in product management ideally within industrial machinery capital equipment metal fabrication or manufacturing sectors.
Proven track record of instituting Product Lifecycle Management strategies and leading successful NPD processes in a B2B environment.
Demonstrated expertise in developing Go-to-Market strategies that deliver measurable commercial impact.
Strong understanding of R&D funnel management including prioritization stage-gate methodologies and portfolio optimization.
Experience applying 80/20 principles to customer focus product rationalization and resource allocation for maximum impact.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams including product management applications engineering consulting and training functions.
Excellent leadership communication and influencing skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
Analytical mindset with proficiency in data-driven decision-making tools and market analysis.
Willingness to travel as needed to customer sites trade shows and industry events.

Education:

Bachelors degree in Engineering Business or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Demands: Occasionally stand walk sit and use hands for objects/tools. Requires specific vision abilities (close distance color peripheral depth perception focus adjustment).
Work Environment: Moderate noise level.

This role does not offer sponsorship employment benefits and being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. You must be a U.S. Citizen U.S. National or recent lawful permanent resident to apply.

EEO including Vets/Disabled

Some more amazing benefits offered by Cincinnati Incorporated:

Management Incentive Program (Annual Bonus)

Paid Vacations

Paid Holiday and Personal Days

Medical Insurance (including HSA)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Accident Insurance

Life Insurance: AD&D

Disability Insurance

Generous 401K Employer Match

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Required Experience:

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Director of Product Management - Harrison OH (Job ID: 1309).Cincinnati Incorporatedhas been manufacturing machinery since the late 1890s. We pride ourselves on a hard days work and quality. Quality is not only seen in our products but also in our team members. CI employees have shaped the reputation...