CommScope

Product Line Manager-Outside Plant Fiber

CommScope$95K — $115K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 2+ years in Product Management or related roles in telecommunications or broadband infrastructure.
  • Proven experience driving product portfolio growth.
  • Strong analytical skills for understanding market and financial data.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams effectively.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Own the full product lifecycle, from concept through end-of-life.
  • Drive profitable growth by managing revenue, margin, and market performance.
  • Lead new product introductions with market analysis and pricing strategies.
  • Develop short-term and long-term product strategies based on customer needs.
  • Collaborate with Engineering to outline product roadmaps and future opportunities.
  • Analyze market trends and competitive offerings for strategic decision-making.
  • Partner with Operations to enhance product availability and capacity planning.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities and potential for career advancement.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Flexibility for remote work depending on experience and qualifications.
  • Travel opportunities for customer visits and industry events.
Full Job Description
Due to our continued growth and customer demand, we are currently recruiting for a Product Manager located in Claremont or Apex, NC. Open to candidates in other locations based on experience and qualifications.

How You'll Help Us Connect the World:

In this role, you will own the strategy, growth, and profitability of our Outsde Plant Fiber product portfolio. You will be responsible for defining product strategy, driving new product introductions, managing financial performance, and ensuring the portfolio meets evolving customer and market needs.

As the business leader for the product line, you will collaborate closely with Sales, Engineering, Operations, Marketing, and Customer Service to deliver innovative solutions that support broadband network deployments worldwide. The ideal candidate combines strong commercial acumen with technical knowledge of fiber optic network infrastructure and demonstrated product management experience.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:

  • Own and manage the full product lifecycle for the portfolio, from concept through end-of-life.

  • Drive profitable growth by managing revenue, margin, market share, and overall business performance for the product line.

  • Lead new product introductions, including market requirements, business cases, pricing strategy, launch planning, and commercialization activities.

  • Develop and execute short-term and long-term product line strategies aligned with customer needs and company objectives.

  • Collaborate with Engineering and Technology teams to define product roadmaps and identify future market opportunities.

  • Analyze market trends, competitive offerings, customer requirements, and emerging technologies to support strategic decision-making.

  • Partner with Operations and Supply Chain teams to communicate demand forecasts, support capacity planning, and improve product availability.

  • Monitor product performance and identify opportunities to reduce cost, improve lead times, enhance product functionality, and optimize portfolio profitability.

  • Support customer engagements, major bids, quotations, and strategic sales opportunities as the product line subject matter expert.

  • Develop product positioning, value propositions, and launch materials in collaboration with Marketing and Sales teams.

  • Represent the business at customer meetings, trade shows, industry conferences, and market events.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred.

  • 2+ years of experience in Product Management, Product Development, or related commercial roles within telecommunications, networking, broadband infrastructure, or connectivity markets.


  • Proven experience managing product portfolios and driving business growth.

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market, financial, and operational data to support decision-making.

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

  • Demonstrated ability to influence and drive alignment across cross-functional teams.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

  • Strong problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to identifying opportunities and resolving issues.

  • Ability to travel approximately 20-30%, including customer visits, manufacturing sites, and industry events.


You Will Excite Us If You Have:

  • Experience with outside plant (OSP) fiber optic products, including splice closures, fiber connectivity, cable assemblies, or related network infrastructure solutions.

  • Knowledge of FTTx network architectures, broadband deployment practices, and fiber construction methods.

  • Understanding of product costing, margin management, pricing strategy, and P&L concepts.

  • Experience working with broadband service providers, telecom operators, contractors, or network infrastructure customers.

  • Familiarity with stage-gate product development and new product introduction processes.

  • Experience analyzing market opportunities and building business cases for new product investments.


About CommScope

CommScope Enterprise Solutions, a division of CommScope, Inc., offers a complete portfolio of network infrastructure solutions that enable enterprise customers, regardless of size, industry or IT budget, to take advantage of business and technology opportunities. The division's SYSTIMAX® and Uniprise® product lines offer voice, data, video and converged solutions ranging from mission-critical, high-bandwidth and emerging applications to applications that demand unrelenting reliability and quality for everyday needs. Backed by CommScope Labs, the product lines are delivered through a global channel network of industry-leading BusinessPartners and distributors, ensuring a consistent and high-level of service and support worldwide. CommScope, Inc., concentrates on developing and providing infrastructure solutions for communication networks. Its Andrew Wireless Solutions™ brand specializes in radio frequency subsystem solutions for wireless networks. Through its SYSTIMAX® and Uniprise® brands, CommScope focuses on network infrastructure solutions, delivering a complete end-to-end physical layer solution, including cables and connectivity, enclosures, intelligent software and network design services for business enterprise applications. The company is also a manufacturer of coaxial cable for broadband cable television networks and one of the leading North American providers of environmentally secure cabinets for DSL and FTTN applications.

CommScope Careers

Joining CommScope means becoming part of a global team that believes in providing the infrastructure that connects people and technologies through every evolution. Our company is a leader in coaxial cable technology and a pioneer in the communication industry. At CommScope, we are committed to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion, where innovative ideas lead the way and leadership is cultivated from within.

Work You’ll Do

At CommScope, you’ll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry to shape the future of communication technology. Our team is at the forefront of innovation, designing solutions that empower networks and communities around the globe. With a career at CommScope, you are positioned at the intersection of technology, creativity, and impactful work.

Explore Job Opportunities and Growth

CommScope offers a variety of job opportunities that encourage professional growth and development. Whether you are looking for a full-time position or an internship, CommScope provides the tools and resources needed to advance your career and enhance your skills. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs and our dedication to promoting leadership from within.

Be Part of Our Team

Our team at CommScope is driven by a shared commitment to excellence and a culture that values teamwork, integrity, and responsibility. We are hiring creative and solution-driven team players who are ready to contribute to our mission of innovation and connectivity. Working at CommScope gives you access to global resources and a network of professionals dedicated to maintaining our leadership in the industry.

Benefits and Culture

CommScope is dedicated to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that enhances their life and work. Our culture is one of continuous learning and improvement, where each team member is encouraged to push boundaries and explore new ideas. Employment at CommScope offers more than just a job; it provides a pathway to a fulfilling career and a chance to make a difference in the world of technology.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a CommScope internship, where you can apply your classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios. Our internships provide a platform for learning and development, offering hands-on experience that builds the foundation for a successful career. Interns at CommScope gain invaluable industry insights and professional networking opportunities that are integral to personal and professional growth.

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Learn more about CommScope
Size
30,000 employees
Market Cap
$1.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$573.4 million
Founded
1976
5 Year Trend
+11.8%
Revenue
$8.4 billion
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