Global Product Manager

Location: Schaumburg, IL

Overview

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Global Product Manager to lead the direction and success of a product portfolio serving industrial and manufacturing markets. This role is responsible for defining product vision, developing roadmap strategies, and managing the full product lifecycle from concept through launch and ongoing performance.

The ideal candidate brings a combination of technical understanding, commercial leadership, and market insight — with the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, sales, marketing, and channel partners to ensure product success and profitable growth.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Market Development

• Define product strategy and roadmap, including long-term vision and near-term growth opportunities.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform product positioning and development plans.
• Lead customer segmentation, pricing strategy, and go-to-market planning.
• Identify new market opportunities and create strategies to drive revenue growth and customer acquisition.
• Translate market insights into actionable business plans and product initiatives.

Product Lifecycle & Portfolio Ownership

• Manage the full product lifecycle, from early-stage concept through commercialization and post￾launch support.
• Own the product portfolio’s profitability, including pricing, cost management, and margin improvement.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to support capacity planning, cost optimization, and quality initiatives.
• Monitor product performance against business targets and adjust plans as needed.
• Oversee product launch activities, ensuring cross-functional alignment and successful market introduction.

Customer Engagement & Sales Enablement

• Partner directly with customers to understand needs and support product specification and solution development.
• Develop and deliver product training and sales enablement tools for global sales teams and channel partners.
• Support the creation of product collateral and marketing content in collaboration with internal teams.
• Drive product promotion strategies, including advertising, trade shows, and partner programs.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Work closely with engineering, operations, sales, marketing, and support teams to ensure product execution aligns with strategic goals.
• Act as the primary point of contact for product-related issues, providing leadership across cross￾functional groups.
• Manage and support business development resources and external sales partners as appropriate.
• Maintain regular engagement with customers, suppliers, and partners, including travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in product management, business development, or related roles within manufacturing, engineering, or industrial sectors.
• Proven success managing global product portfolios, defining strategies, and launching new products.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to drive strategy and execution.
• Technical aptitude with experience working alongside engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional collaboration and decision-making.
• Excellent communication, project management, and organizational skills.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field required.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and recognized company holidays
• Opportunities for career growth within a collaborative global environment

Contact information

Ross Hendry