Product Line Manager, Lasers and Laser Engines

Coherent Corp.; Saxonburg (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. is seeking a customer-facing Product Marketing Manager for the Laser/Laser Engine products within the LSM division.

You will develop and promote plans, manage growth initiatives, and act as product evangelist, coordinating with sales, R&D, operations and marketing to deliver compelling customer experiences. Responsibilities include leading pre-sales activities, P&L tracking, pricing and forecasting, updating sales collateral, and driving end-to-end product releases while

Qualifications

• Good project and time management skills.
• Knowledge of technical, business and management principles.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to influence across the organization.
• Expertise in laser technology is required.
• Leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Reports to Director of Product Marketing for the assigned products.
• Assumes financial responsibility including P&L tracking, pricing and forecasting.
• Oversees marketing for products, updates to sales collateral and website content.
• Collaborates with Global Sales on pricing and opportunities; travel to customers as needed.
• Works with sales, operations, R&D, marketing, engineering and quality to optimize customer experience.
• Defines market segments (TAM/SAM) and ROI for growth initiatives.
• Manages NPI, defines product requirements and drives development and release.
• Drives end-of-life strategies when appropriate.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Analytical skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Laser technology

Travel readiness

Education

BS/BA/AA in Electronics/Optics/Lasers/Photonics/Engineering/Physics

Job description

Job Description

This customer-facing position develops plans for and manages part of Coherent LSM’s Laser/ Laser Engine product offerings. In this role, you will develop, manage and promote plans and activities to drive and grow your products that represent the primary growth vector for this Division. Acting as Product evangelist and champion, you will, in conjunction with other functional Groups, manage your products, to include organization of strategies developed through market review and assessment, revenue and performance tracking, pricing strategies, management of communication and escalations, continual review of customer needs and satisfaction and improvement of processes.

Responsibilities

• Reports to Director of Product Marketing, Lasers and Laser Engines, Coherent LSM (Wilsonville, OR) with a primary role to manage all pre-sales activities for the assigned Coherent LSM Laser/Laser Engine products.
• Assumes financial responsibility for assigned products, including P&L tracking, pricing and forecasting
• Takes responsibility for marketing for their products, to include regular updates to sales, sales collateral, website improvements, articles and talks
• Works with Global Sales on pricing and selling to win active opportunities, including travel to customers and negotiating product customizations where appropriate
• Works closely with other functions and departments such as sales, operations, R&D, marketing, engineering, quality, etc., to deliver the best possible customer experience. Monitors product health and drives corrective actions.
• Develops and continuously refines a clear and comprehensive understanding of the TAM and SAM and potential avenues for growth. Defines new and/or refined products needed, what markets/applications they would serve and develops justified ROI
• NPI product management: Defines all product requirements and drives those through development and release. Generates Market Requirements Documents to include specifications, cost targets, design supporting desired service strategy. Defines pricing, release of sales collateral, education of sales organization
• Drives end-of-life strategies where required

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Good project and time management skills
• Knowledge of technical, business, and management principles
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and to influence throughout the Organization
• Ability to easily convey complex technical details to unfamiliar audiences
• Expertise in laser technology is required
• Leadership skills

Education/work experience

• BS/BA/AA degree, military technical training or their equivalent vocational training is preferred in Electronics, Optics, Lasers, Photonics, Engineering, Physics or a related technical field.
  • Industry experience in Lasers/Optical Engineering or Physics is desirable
    • Experience of fluorescence based bio-instrumentation applications is desirable
  • 5+ years experience in a technical, customer-facing role

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality And Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Inintegrity – 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

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!