Portfolio Strategy and Growth Leader

Det-Tronics (Detector Electronics, LLC); Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Det-Tronics (Detector Electronics, LLC) is seeking a Strategic Portfolio and Growth Leader to drive the long-term growth trajectory of their portfolio. This role is crucial for shaping portfolio strategy, executing growth opportunities, and establishing partnerships to enhance capabilities.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 5-10 years of relevant experience, and a strong background in portfolio and growth strategy.

Join us to make every life safe and sound with a globally respected brand in industrial safety.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in product management, portfolio strategy, or growth strategy roles.
• Demonstrated success in driving growth initiatives, partnerships, or M&A-related activities.
• Ability to travel >25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of portfolio-driven growth strategies.
• Collaborate with the Sales team to plan and execute growth strategies.
• Identify, evaluate, and lead strategic partnerships.

Skills

Product management

Strategic thinking

Market analysis

Partnership development

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Strategic Portfolio and Growth Leader to define, own, and drive the long-term growth trajectory of the Det-Tronics portfolio. This role is accountable for shaping portfolio strategy, identifying and executing growth opportunities, and enabling a high-performance, product management–centric operating model.

This leader will bring a strong external perspective, translating market insights, customer needs, and digital transformation trends into actionable portfolio strategies. The role requires a blend of strategic thinking and execution rigor, with clear ownership of growth initiatives—including partnerships and M&A—to expand capabilities and accelerate portfolio value creation.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio Strategy & Growth Ownership

• Lead the development and execution of portfolio-driven growth strategies, including new market entry, adjacent expansion, and solution-based offerings
• Collaborate with the Sales team to plan and execute growth strategies
• Translate market trends, customer insights, and competitive intelligence into clear portfolio actions and investment priorities
• Establish clear value propositions, positioning, and segmentation strategies to drive differentiated growth
• Prioritize between multiple opportunities and develop a long-term roadmap that balances growth and investments

Partnerships & M&A Leadership

• Identify, evaluate, and lead strategic partnerships to expand technology capabilities, market access, and solution offerings
• Own the M&A pipeline for the portfolio, including identification, strategic rationale development, and collaboration with leadership on execution
• Assess potential partners and acquisition targets based on strategic fit, growth potential, and portfolio synergies

Voice of Customer & Market Intelligence

• Partner with Product Managers on Voice of Customer efforts to identify unmet needs and translate them into clear product requirements, business cases, and innovation opportunities
• Continuously monitor industry dynamics, emerging technologies, and competitive positioning to inform strategic decisions and portfolio direction

Commercial Enablement & Portfolio Performance

• Provide strategic oversight across the 4Ps (Product, Price, Promotion, Place) to ensure alignment with portfolio strategy
• Support product launches, pricing strategy, and sales enablement to maximize market adoption and revenue impact
• Support and monitor the execution of the growth initiatives
• Own the executive reporting on the growth initiatives performance including escalating to remove any roadblocks

Portfolio Pricing and Pricing Realization

• Develop and own the price, volume, mix matrix for key product lines
• Monitor and root cause major pricing discrepancies and work with Sales to develop mitigation strategies
• Work with Sales operations to analyze key project losses and associated competitor price points and develop strategies to counter competitive moves for future bids

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5–10 years of experience in product management, portfolio strategy, or growth strategy roles
• Demonstrated success in driving growth initiatives, partnerships, or M&A-related activities
• Ability to travel >25%

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• Strong background in portfolio strategy, corporate strategy, or consulting
• Experience in industrial safety, automation, control systems, or fire and gas detection solutions
• Strong business acumen, including financial modeling, investment analysis, and business case development
• Proven ability to influence senior leadership and drive alignment across functions
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of turning strategy into execution and results

Why Join Us?

• Work with a globally respected brand in life safety
• Influence strategic decisions at the executive level
• Drive innovation and transformation in a high-growth environment
• Enjoy development opportunities within a dynamic, private equity-backed company

Benefits

At Det-Tronics, we believe in taking care of our people. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with company contributions
• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match, life and disability insurance
• Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO), holidays, and flexible scheduling options
• Professional Growth: Career development programs, training opportunities, and tuition reimbursement
• Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness resources, and global mobility support
• Ownership Culture: Participation in our Ownership Program, empowering employees to share in our success

Ready to shape the future of industrial safety? Apply now and join us in making every life safe and sound.