SUMMARYThe Manager of Product Management will lead and develop a team of Product Managers responsible for overseeing HexArmor's below the neck product portfolio. This role is accountable for setting product strategy, driving cross-functional alignment, and ensuring that each product line delivers on business objectives. The Manager of Product Management partners with senior leadership across R&D, Marketing, Sales, Production, Finance, and Compliance to guide product investment decisions, manage portfolio costs, and build organizational capability within the product management function.
LOCATIONThis position is fully onsite at HexArmor Headquarters - 640 Leffingwell Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES- Team Leadership: Recruit, develop, and manage a team of Product Managers, providing mentorship, performance coaching, and clear direction to build a high-performing product management function.
- Cross-functional Leadership: Serve as the primary liaison between R&D, Marketing, Category Management, Sales, Finance, Production, Compliance, and Quality Assurance to align priorities and resolve roadblocks.
- Product Strategy: Define and communicate a cohesive product portfolio strategy aligned with HexArmor's business goals, market opportunities, and customer needs.
- Portfolio Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of all product lines, ensuring balanced investment across growth, maintenance, and end-of-life stages of the portfolio.
- Financial Oversight: Execution on the portfolio's cost performance, including supplier cost negotiations, cost benchmarking, and spend prioritization to optimize margin.
- Supplier Management: Lead strategic supplier relationships and initiatives at a senior level, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery standards are met across the portfolio.
- Market & Competitive Intelligence: Establish processes for continuous market research and competitive analysis, translating insights into actionable product strategies.
- Product Development Governance: Oversee adherence to product development processes and stage-gate reviews in partnership with the Product Development team, ensuring the process is followed and quality and consistency are maintained across all product launches.
- Regulatory & Compliance Oversight: Ensure all product lines meet applicable industry regulations, safety standards, and internal compliance requirements.
- Talent Development: Build team capability through structured onboarding, training programs, and career development planning for product management staff.
- Reporting & KPIs: Define, track, and report on key product performance indicators to senior leadership, driving accountability and informed decision-making.
- PLM & Tools: Champion the adoption of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and standardized tools across the product management team to improve efficiency and data integrity.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS- Bachelor's Degree: degree in Business, Engineering, Sciences, or Design required
QUALIFICATIONS- 8+ years of experience in product management, supply chain, category management, or a related cross-functional role; people management experience desired
- Demonstrated success leading product managers or cross-functional teams in a manufacturing or industrial products environment
- Experience managing a multi-line product portfolio from concept through end of life
- Strong background in supplier negotiations and procurement strategy, particularly with international partners
- Proven track record of cross-functional leadership and executive-level communication
- Experience with PLM systems and product data management
- 10-20% travel to domestic customers and international partner facilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Experience with ERP and PLM systems strongly preferred
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and CAD tools is valued; candidates with hands-on experience in these areas will have a distinct advantage
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