Product Manager - Metallographic

LabRulez; Saint Joseph, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LECO, a global leader in laboratory instrumentation based in St. Joseph, Michigan, seeks a Product Manager for the Metallographic line.

You will define the product vision and strategy, manage the lifecycle of hardware, software, accessories and consumables, and collaborate with R&D, Sales, Service, Marketing, and Operations to align with customer needs and business goals. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop roadmaps and pricing models, go-to-market plans, and promotional strategies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in product management, sales, or marketing of laboratory equipment, consumables, or analytical instruments.
• Proven ability to drive growth in mature or competitive markets.
• Experience working on cross-functional and cross-organizational teams.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to translate customer needs into actionable product strategies.
• Project management and organizational skills with a track record of delivering results.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 20%).

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned products through the entire lifecycle—from concept to end-of-life.
• Conduct customer and market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats.
• Define product requirements, specifications, and positioning strategies.
• Develop and maintain product roadmaps, pricing models, go to market planning and promotional plans.
• Collaborate with R&D on cross-functional product development initiatives.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Associate Product Managers.
• Prepare and maintain sales tools, training materials, and product documentation.
• Monitor product performance metrics including margins, ROI, and market trends.
• Support global sales teams with product training and customer engagement.
• Investigate and resolve product quality issues and customer complaints.
• Represent the company at trade shows, conferences, and customer visits.
• Serve on technical committees to actively contribute, review and vote on industry standards.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Job description

Since 1936, millions of samples worldwide have been analyzed using LECO instruments for elemental analysis, thermal analysis, metallography, and mass spectrometry. Our comprehensive solutions for improving productivity include working with you to find the right equipment for the type of analysis you are doing — and providing you with the training, application support, and service you need to keep your lab running at its best.

For over 80 years, LECO has been a leader in the development and production of world class laboratory instruments delivering state of the art products nationwide and across the globe. Located in St. Joseph, Michigan, LECO continues to be a family-owned company that understands the value of shared interests, long-term stability, loyalty, and trust.

Product Manager - Metallographic

• Schedule: 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday

Position Summary:

The Product Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the product management process for the assigned product line, including hardware, software, accessories, and consumables. This role involves defining the product vision and strategy, managing the product lifecycle, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure market success. The Product Manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, Sales, Service, Marketing, and Operations to ensure alignment with customer needs and business objectives.

Position Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned products through the entire lifecycle—from concept to end-of-life.
• Conduct customer and market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats.
• Define product requirements, specifications, and positioning strategies.
• Develop and maintain product roadmaps, pricing models, go to market planning and promotional plans.
• Collaborate with R&D on cross-functional product development initiatives.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Associate Product Managers.
• Prepare and maintain sales tools, training materials, and product documentation.
• Monitor product performance metrics including margins, ROI, and market trends.
• Support global sales teams with product training and customer engagement.
• Investigate and resolve product quality issues and customer complaints.
• Represent the company at trade shows, conferences, and customer visits.
• Serve on technical committees to actively contribute, review and vote on industry standards.

Position Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in product management, sales, or marketing of laboratory equipment, consumables, or analytical instruments.
• Proven ability to drive growth in mature or competitive markets.
• Experience working on cross-functional and cross-organizational teams.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to translate customer needs into actionable product strategies.
• Project management and organizational skills with a track record of delivering results.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 20%).

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biology, Materials Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• MBA or advanced technical degree preferred.