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Director, Product Management

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Hickory, NC, USA
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Hickory, NC, USA
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Leads US Conec’s product portfolio strategy, lifecycle management, pricing, profitability, roadmaps, commercialization, and market growth. Owns portfolio performance and P&L accountability while partnering with executive, engineering, operations, sales, marketing, finance, and supply chain teams. The role manages product investments, customer and market intelligence, new product introductions, and end-of-life planning. It also recruits and develops Product Managers and represents the company with customers, suppliers, partners, and industry organizations.
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US Conec, Ltd.

Engineering Innovation. Precision Plastics. Powering AI.

US Conec, Ltd. is a trusted, global company that prides itself on engineering excellence—creating innovative connectivity solutions that support today’s most important technologies. We foster a friendly, inclusive culture that values teamwork, creativity, and mutual respect. At US Conec, you’ll find real opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact in a company that genuinely cares about its people and its customers. With competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive environment, this is a place where you can build your future—whether your interests lie in manufacturing, engineering, operations, or beyond.

Director of Product ManagementOverview

The Director of Product Management is a strategic leadership role responsible for defining and executing the vision, growth strategy, profitability, and lifecycle management of US Conec’s product portfolio. This position partners closely with executive leadership, Sales, Engineering, Operations, Marketing, and Finance to drive innovation, accelerate business growth, and strengthen US Conec’s position as a global technology leader in connectivity and infrastructure solutions.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute long-term product portfolio strategies aligned with corporate objectives, market opportunities, and customer needs.
  • Lead and continuously improve Product Management processes, including product lifecycle management, portfolio planning, market intelligence, pricing strategy, and roadmap development.
  • Establish and communicate a multi-year product vision that drives innovation, competitive differentiation, and sustainable growth.
  • Evaluate and prioritize product investments, strategic initiatives, technology partnerships, and market expansion opportunities.
  • Own product portfolio performance, including revenue growth, profitability, market share, and overall business results.
  • Develop annual operating plans, product forecasts, growth strategies, and long-range business plans.
  • Analyze portfolio performance and implement strategies to optimize profitability, resource allocation, and return on investment.
  • Lead pricing strategies and governance processes that balance profitability, competitiveness, and customer value.
  • Define key performance metrics and provide strategic business recommendations to executive leadership.
  • Serve as the voice of the market by leveraging customer insights, industry trends, competitive intelligence, and emerging technologies.
  • Lead voice-of-customer initiatives and market segmentation efforts to identify growth opportunities and guide product development priorities.
  • Drive product roadmap development and alignment across business, customer, and engineering objectives.
  • Oversee product lifecycle activities, including new product introductions, portfolio optimization, growth initiatives, and end-of-life planning.
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Product Managers.
  • Establish team goals, performance expectations, and professional development plans that foster growth and accountability.
  • Promote a culture of innovation, customer focus, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Partner with Engineering, R&D, and Technology teams to establish development priorities and investment strategies.
  • Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain teams to align portfolio objectives with manufacturing capabilities and operational excellence initiatives.
  • Work closely with Sales and Marketing teams to develop go-to-market strategies, customer engagement plans, and market growth initiatives.
  • Support executive-level customer, supplier, and partner relationships to strengthen strategic business opportunities.
  • Represent US Conec at industry events, conferences, trade associations, customer meetings, and thought leadership activities.
  • Monitor industry trends, standards, and emerging technologies to identify risks, opportunities, and competitive advantages.
Must Haves
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Technology, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in Product Management, Product Marketing, Engineering, Business Leadership, or a related function.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing Product Managers or cross-functional business teams.
  • Experience within Fiber Optics, Structured Cabling, Connectivity Solutions, Telecommunications Infrastructure, Outside Plant (OSP), Data Center Solutions, or related industries.
  • Demonstrated success managing multi-million-dollar product portfolios with P&L accountability.
  • Proven experience developing and executing strategic product roadmaps and commercialization plans.
  • Strong expertise in product lifecycle management, pricing strategy, financial analysis, market development, and portfolio optimization.
  • Track record of driving revenue growth, profitability improvements, and successful new product introductions.
  • Strong leadership, communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across executive, technical, and commercial organizations.
Nice to Haves
  • MBA or advanced degree in Business, Engineering, Technology, or a related discipline.
  • Experience leading global product portfolios across multiple market segments and geographic regions.
  • Knowledge of connectivity, telecommunications, infrastructure, and data center market trends.
  • Experience evaluating acquisition opportunities, technology partnerships, or strategic growth initiatives.
  • Industry thought leadership experience, including conference presentations, publications, webinars, or association involvement.
  • Experience implementing product management best practices and organizational transformation initiatives.
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonus potential
  • 4 weeks of PTO plus paid holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • A collaborative culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement
  • Opportunities for career growth within a global technology leader

US Conec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Join US Conec today and be part of a team that values each other, promotes innovation and growth, and strives to exceed customer expectations in everything we do. 

 US Conec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics

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