Product Manager

Wesgarde; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesgarde Components Group is seeking a Senior Product Manager with a technical background and 7+ years in the electronic components industry. You will lead product strategy for passive, electromechanical, and connector families, partnering with sales and suppliers to drive growth.

The role requires a BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (MBA or advanced degree a plus) and strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering preferred; advanced degree or MBA a plus.
• 7+ years in product management, applications engineering, technical sales, or supplier management.
• Experience in electronic component manufacturing or distribution.
• Deep knowledge of passive, electromechanical, and connector products.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and CRM/ERP systems.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical and strategic product owner for passive, electronic, electromechanical, and connector products.
• Provide internal sales with product guidance, application insights, and training.
• Manage supplier communications, support negotiations, and foster business development.
• Develop and execute product roadmaps, including NPIs, pricing, and lifecycle management.
• Analyze market trends, competitive data, and customer feedback to drive growth.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on go-to-market strategies, promotions, and enablement tools.
• Maintain cost data and margin targets, applying distribution economics knowledge.
• Represent Wesgarde at customer meetings and industry events.

Skills

Engineering degree

MBA

Technical experience

PM experience (7+)

Electronics distribution

Passive/electromechanical/connectors

Cross-functional work

Analytical skills

MS Office

CRM/ERP

Negotiation

Tech sales support

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Advanced degree (MBA)

Tools

CRM systems

ERP systems

Job description

Product Manager

Job Title: Product Manager
Status: Salary
FLSA: Exempt
Full/Part time: Full Time
Reports to: Sales Director

About Wesgarde:
Wesgarde Components Group is a leading distributor of high-quality electronic components serving OEMs and industrial customers across North America. Our success is rooted in technical expertise, deep supplier relationships, and outstanding customer service.

Position Summary:
We are seeking a seasoned Senior Product Manager with a technical background (B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred) and 7+ years of experience in the electronic components industry, ideally with a focus on passive, electromechanical, and connector components. This role is critical in driving product strategy, enabling sales, managing supplier relationships, and shaping market-driven product positioning.

• B.S. in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

• Advanced degree or MBA a plus

• Demonstrated technical experience/proficiency may be taken in lieu

• Minimum 7 years of experience in product management, applications engineering, technical sales, or supplier management

• Experience within electronic component manufacturing or distribution (or a combination)

• Deep product knowledge in passive, electromechanical, and connector product categories

• Demonstrated success in cross-functional initiatives and stakeholder engagement

• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM/ERP systems

• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills a plus

• Experience supporting technical sales teams and strategic accounts a plus

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

• Serve as the technical and strategic product owner for passive, electronic, electromechanical, and connector products

• Provide internal sales team with product guidance, application insights, and training

• Manage supplier communications, support negotiations, and foster business development

• Develop and execute product roadmaps, including NPIs, pricing, and lifecycle management

• Analyze market trends, competitive data, and customer feedback to drive growth

• Collaborate cross-functionally on go-to-market strategies, promotions, and enablement tools

• Maintain accurate cost data and margin targets, applying knowledge of distribution economics

• Represent Wesgarde at customer meetings and industry events

Physical Demands:
This position is mostly sedentary (6+ hours/day). Work is performed in an office environment and requires typing for extended periods. Occasional lifting of boxes (up to 20 pounds) may be required. Most tasks involve computer and screen usage.