Sr. Director, Product Line Management

II-VI UK, Ltd.

Sunnyvale (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading technology company in Sunnyvale, CA, is seeking a Product Manager to take charge of the OCS product line. This role involves significant interaction with customers to understand their needs, managing product development, and producing essential documentation for sales. Candidates should have a BA/BS in Engineering and solid experience in product management or related fields. The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a diverse team environment, with a strong emphasis on ethics and professionalism.

Qualifications

Significant experience in Product Management, Engineering, Operations Management, R&D, or Product Marketing.
Track record of success in a technical environment.

Responsibilities

Communicate with customers' R&D to understand their needs.
Manage communication with customers during the design-in process.
Develop roadmap for the OCS product line.
Produce technical and marketing documents to support the sales process.
Own and drive P&L for the OCS product line.

Skills

Problem analysis and resolution

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Understanding of market segments

Continuous improvement

Multi-cultural teamwork

Handling multiple priorities

High ethics and professionalism

Education

BA or BS in Engineering

MBA or MS/PhD in Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

Communicate with customers’ R&D to understand customers’ needs
Manage communication with customers before, during, and after the design-in process.
Develop roadmap for the OCS product line. Set the guidelines and spec for the products
Accompany the development process
Coordinate allocations of new products during development phase
Set and manage pricing for the OCS
Identify and pursue business opportunities (including, new products, new applications, new customers, etc.)
Respond to customers’ RFQs and provide technical and marketing data to support the sales process
Maintain OCS forecasts and communicate them to stakeholders within Coherent
Produce technical documents (specs, user guides etc.) and marketing documents (product brochures, product briefs, white papers etc.)
Responsible for technical editing of product data sheets, specifications, and other collateral.
Define detailed customer requirements for new products.
Communicate roadmaps, product portfolio, selling features, competitive advantages, market applications, etc. to world-wide sales force.
Identify and quantify market opportunities for new products within the OCS product line.
Own and drive P&L (profit and loss) for the OCS product line and report P&L metrics to management.
Monitor market share metrics to assess market performance in individual segments.
Drive cost reductions and manage product change notification to customers.
Drive customizations and specification review process to win designs at new customers.

Education & Experience

BA or BS in Engineering required. MBA or MS/PhD in Engineering strongly preferred
The ideal candidate will have significant business experience (Product Management, Engineering, Operations Management, R&D and/or Product Marketing) in a technical environment combined with and a track record of success

Skills

Experience with problem analysis and resolution at the strategic and functional levels
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
In depth understanding of the value proposition in existing and new market segments
Proven track record of continuous improvement
Ability to easily and successfully work with employees and customers in a multi-cultural, global team environment
Ability to handle multiple priorities and complex issues involving external and internal priorities
A high standard of ethics, professionalism, leadership, and competency

Working Conditions

This position is on-site in Sunnyvale, CA
Will require frequent off-site meetings or travel
Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary
Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job

Physical Requirements

Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings.
Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.

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.:

I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm – 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.

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!

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