Product Line Manager

Spectrum Control•Fairview, PA

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a 3-day weekend. We offer competitive wages and PTO, plus our benefits begin on day 1 of employment. Come join a workforce where we put you first! Position Summary: The Product Line Manager (PLM) owns the commercial success of assigned product lines, driving strategy, growth, and profitability. This role translates market insights, customer needs, and competitive dynamics into clear product strategies and actionable sales plans. You’ll be accountable for delivering against Annual Operating Plan (AOP) targets and expected to proactively identify gaps, take corrective action, and accelerate growth. Success in this role requires strong business acumen, the ability to communicate value beyond technical specifications, and close collaboration with Sales, Engineering, and Operations. This position reports to the Product Line Director.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business-related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in product management, engineering, or related roles
Proven ability to drive business results and manage competing priorities
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and presentation abilities

Nice To Haves

Experience with product line ownership and revenue accountability
Strong commercial and business acumen
Experience working closely with sales teams and customers
Ability to translate technical concepts into market-facing value
Experience leveraging AI or advanced tools for business analysis

Responsibilities

Own the Business Lead full product line performance, including revenue, bookings, margin, and AOP delivery
Develop and execute product strategies aligned with business and corporate objectives
Identify and drive growth through new markets, applications, and customer expansion
Take decisive action to address performance gaps and deliver recovery plans
Define and manage product and technology roadmaps
Drive Market & Customer Insight Understand customer needs, market trends, and competitive positioning
Translate technical capabilities into clear, differentiated value propositions
Position offerings based on value, not just specifications
Engage directly with customers to validate needs and strengthen relationships
Partner with Sales to Win Work closely with Regional Sales Managers to execute targeted growth strategies
Turn product strategy into actionable sales plans with measurable outcomes
Support key opportunities and proposals to improve win rates
Provide guidance on target accounts, pipeline priorities, and forecasts
Manage the Product Lifecycle Oversee the full product lifecycle, including portfolio optimization and SKU rationalization
Ensure alignment between product offerings, market demand, and financial performance
Develop business cases and ROI analyses for new products and enhancements
Establish pricing strategies aligned with cost, market conditions, and margin goals
Leverage Data & Modern Tools Use AI-enabled tools and data insights to accelerate market analysis, messaging, and strategy development
Drive more efficient, data-informed decision making
Continuously improve execution through adoption of modern tools and processes
Lead Cross-Functionally Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Sales, and Marketing to execute strategies
Partner with MARCOM on messaging and go-to-market initiatives
Participate in forecasting, business reviews, and strategic planning