Illinois Tool Works

Sr. Manager, Global Product Management

Illinois Tool Works$135K — $155K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8-12+ years of product management experience in industrial, scientific, or technical products
  • Proven track record of owning and growing a product portfolio with measurable impact
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing direct reports
  • Strong commercial acumen in pricing, segmentation, and business case development
  • Experience working with global teams and markets
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field (advanced degree a plus)
  • Ability to travel approximately 30% (domestic and international)

Responsibilities

  • Own and grow a global product portfolio through new product development and lifecycle management
  • Define and execute a multi-year product strategy and roadmap
  • Identify and prioritize growth opportunities through Voice of Customer (VOC)
  • Lead new product development from concept through commercialization
  • Drive pricing strategy and portfolio optimization
  • Partner with Sales to enable commercial success
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of Product Managers
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful product launches

Benefits

  • 7.5% 401K match
  • 4 weeks of paid time off
  • 10 paid company holidays
  • Recognition program
  • Competitive health insurance
Full Job Description
Job Description:

The Senior Manager, Global Product Management will lead the strategy, performance, and lifecycle management of Buehler's global product portfolio, with accountability for revenue, margin and market impact. This role blends strategic ownership with hands on execution, translating deep customer insights into differentiated product roadmaps, driving new product development from concept to commercialization, and optimizing the portfolio through pricing, segmentation, and lifecycle decisions. As a leader of the product management team, you will develop talent, align cross functional stakeholders, and ensure disciplined execution to deliver measurable business results.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Own and grow a global product portfolio through new product development, commercialization, growth stage and lifecycle management.
  • Define and execute a multi-year product strategy and roadmap aligned to customer needs and market trends.
  • Identify and prioritize growth opportunities through Voice of Customer (VOC), segmentation and competitive analysis.
  • Lead new product development from concept through commercialization, delivering differentiated solutions to drive profitable growth.
  • Drive pricing strategy and portfolio optimization to improve profitability and simplify offerings.
  • Partner with Sales to enable commercial success, including training, positioning, and go-to-market strategies.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of Product Managers; build organizational capability and bench strength.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful product launches and ongoing lifecycle management.


Qualifications:
  • 8-12+ years of product management experience in industrial, scientific, or technical products
  • Proven track record of owning and growing a product portfolio with measurable impact (revenue, margin, launches)
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing direct reports
  • Strong commercial acumen, including pricing, segmentation, and business case development
  • Experience working with global teams and markets
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field (advanced degree a plus)
  • Ability to travel approximately 30% (domestic and international)


Additional Information:
  • 7.5% 401K match
  • 4 weeks of paid time off
  • 10 paid company holidays
  • Recognition program
  • Competitive health insurance


Compensation Information:

The base salary for this position is $135,000-$155,000. This position is also eligible to participate in an annual incentive plan. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

About Illinois Tool Works

ITW is an industrial manufacturing company that specializes in the fields of industrial machinery, engineering, operations, sales, marketing, finance, and accounting. It's in deep-sea oil rigs, aerospace technology, bridges and wind turbines, healthcare, the spaces in which they live and work, the cars they drive, and the mobile devices they rely on. It was founded in 1912 and headquartered in Glenview Nas, Illinois.

Illinois Tool Works Careers

Join the dynamic team at Illinois Tool Works (ITW), a global leader in diversified manufacturing, where innovation and excellence drive us forward. ITW offers unparalleled job opportunities, fostering a culture of growth and leadership in the industry.

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Learn more about Illinois Tool Works
Size
45,000 employees
Market Cap
$68.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.1 billion
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
+1.2%
Revenue
$12.5 billion
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