[Remote] Senior Product Line Manager - UPS Products

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. AMETEK IntelliPower is a leader in cutting-edge rugged uninterruptable power systems (UPS). The Senior Product Line Manager will have full product level responsibility for the UPS line, including marketing activities from concept to end-of-life, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product success.ResponsibilitiesCapable of establishing relationships with key customers in order to get VOC input on new product conceptsCapable of studying and understanding our products and researching our competition’s products. From this analysis, define the advantages and pitfalls from the field of available solutions and define potential new productsThe PLM is the architect of the product roadmap for the business. Responsibilities include the definition, creation and execution of his or her defined product area of responsibility. Has an ability to articulate a strategic plan that is logical, appropriate with the given the business climate and is data drivenThe PLM is responsible for owning the new product and continually reviewing assumptions and processes to assure that the new product will be successful both technically (performance and reliability) and financiallyThe Product Line Manager has the responsibility to review assigned products pricing relative to margins and competitive products making price change recommendations to support product price list update scheduleThe PLM works closely with sales, engineering, and others to provide definition of new products including technical requirements, competitive analysis, specifics of markets served, expected multi-year sales forecast, return on investment and project justificationsThe PLM provides participation in the new product development (NPD) and launch process with primary authorship responsibilities for Concept Approval request (CA) and marketing requirements documents (MRDs)A core capability to this role is commercial touch and business acumen where the PLM will lead technical and commercial discussions with customers in the appropriate setting as it relates to new product engagement or 'voice of the customer' market researchThe PLM provides marketing application support for assigned products. This may include the research and write up of application notes and marketing bulletins as well as participation with field sales personnel to determine cost effective solutions for customer challengesThe PLM has primary responsibility for marketing launch activities for new or updated products. This includes, user manual generation support, ads, sales training, press releases, marketing collateral materials and other activities as defined in the launch planThe PLM supports departmental market research activities including assignments to become 'resident expert' on assigned market segments. This would include market size, primary applications, technical requirements, and trends affecting the use of AMETEK IntelliPower productsThe PLM has responsibility to review modified standard product requests for technical and financial feasibility including return on investment criteria. The PLM determines if there is a business case based on projected development cost, engineering opportunity costs, sales forecast of such special engineering requestSkillsBachelors degree in Electrical Engineering10 years of technical application, customer support or sales experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the role effectivelyDue to the nature of IntelliPower's programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the U.S. and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source codeProduct management experience, including but not limited to leading new product introductions and stage gate review processesDemonstrated ability to provide a high-level customer touch while using solid judgment advancing an issue to closureAbility to present an issue with a respective solution to senior management in a clear, concise mannerDetail-oriented and well organizedPositive, optimistic, attitude; enjoys communicating with clients via phone, email, in-personExcellent communication skills (verbal and written) with ability to present technical concepts in a clear manner to internal and external customersHighly committed to understanding the customer perspectiveExperience using and developing ATE test systems including test program development using LabView, LabWindows/CVI, Visual Studio or similar Integrated software development tools is a plusAbility to work under minimum supervision and using knowledge of pre-established guidelines and instructions to perform the tasks requiredAbility to provide technical leadership from personal technical experience to resolve open technical issues with the product and the client application including hardware, software, and firmware problemsAbility to lead junior staff in troubleshooting and diagnosis of client application issues and product technical issues including hardware, software, and firmware problemsPrior military experienceWork experience in related industryBenefitsCompetitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time offGreat benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance401(k), plus matchingFlexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leaveEmployee referral programTuition reimbursement programEmployee assistance programOpportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entitiesCompany OverviewAMETEK is a manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices. It was founded in 1930, and is headquartered in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.ametek.com.