Sr. Product Line Manager Telecom Subsystems

Coherent Corp is the global leader in photonics designing and manufacturing advanced laser optical and materials technologies. Our innovations power semiconductor manufacturing AI infrastructure advanced communications and precision industrial systems a global footprint and cutting-edge manufacturing and R&D were shaping the future of high-tech industries.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a Senior Product Line Manager to own the end-to-end product strategy and performance of the Telecom Transport Subsystems portfoliodriving roadmap P&L (revenue & margin) lifecycle execution and key customer engagement through cross-functional leadership.

Location: Paignton Hybrid
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Portfolio Management:

• Own the product management of the Telecom Transport Subsystems portfolio including roadmap development revenue and margin performance and lifecycle strategy.
• Support the creation and execution of the Transport Subsystem product roadmap.
• Prepare and contribute to revenue and margin forecasts ensuring delivery against business targets.
• Lead customer engagementsparticularly with major accounts such as Ciscofrom both a business and technical perspective.
• Develop and implement strategies to drive continuous grossmargin improvement including identifying and developing differentiated product features.

Product Lifecycle Management:

• Manage the full lifecycle of A&L products from opportunity assessment through development launch and endoflife.
• Build and present business cases for new product and technology initiatives.
• Collaborate with R&D Operations Supply Chain Quality and other corporate functions to ensure new developments are delivered on time and on budget.
• Troubleshoot and resolve commercial and technical issues across the product lifecycle.

Customer Engagement & Satisfaction:

• Engage with customers to identify promote and shape new product and technology opportunities.
• Provide technical and commercial support to resolve customer issues coordinating internal resources as needed.
• Ensure clear timely communication so customers have the information they need when working with Coherent.

Strategic & CrossFunctional Leadership:

• Develop and execute strategies that maximize P&L impact from ongoing hardware and software developments across optical amplification ROADM line cards and metrology product lines.
• Work closely with suppliers contract manufacturers and industry partners to support product success.
• Lead crossfunctional teams to ensure successful product launches and sustained business performance.

ABOUT YOU

• BS degree in a science or engineering discipline.
• 10 years of experience in the optics or optical networking industry.
• Background in product line management applications engineering or similar roles supporting hightech products.
• Strong understanding of optical transport networks and system architectures (hardware and software).
• Experience with optical components such as pump lasers passive components DGEs WSS amplifiers OTDR/OPM/OSC modules ROADM/MCS architectures and multirail transport solutions.
• Multidisciplinary exposure across optical design development sales and marketing.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute business strategies that maximize P&L performance.
• Skilled in managing highvalue product portfolios and meeting revenue/margin expectations.
• Strong capability in developing product roadmaps and customer engagement strategies.
• Comfortable operating in a global multisite multicultural environment.
• Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position:
  Integrity Create an Environment of Trust
  Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
  Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome
  Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone
  Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

APPLICATION & SELECTION

Current employees who wish to apply should submit a cover letter detailing their interest in the position and how their skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.

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