Product Line Manager

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world's largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive. Position: Product Line Manager (PLM) We are currently seeking a Product Line Manager to join our High Speed Backplane team. The position will be located in Nashua, NH. Location: Nashua, NH Responsibilities The Product Line Manager role has several primary responsibilities and is measured by product line P&L. From a top line perspective, the PLM will identify target markets and customers to help grow their product. Visiting/supporting customers and building up strong technical and business relationships, both internal and external, is critical. The PLM also works with Development Engineering, Sales, and customers to identify marketplace needs for product family derivatives, expansions, or entirely new products. They will work closely across multiple engineering groups to develop solutions and bring them to market. From a margin perspective, the PLM develops and drives the pricing strategy, the capital investment strategy, and works with the manufacturing plants to position the product line in the most cost-effective supply chain. The PLM also works closely with Product, Process, and Development Engineering to identify and implement cost down/value engineering projects. Drive improvement in the product line P&Ls working with the plants, Finance, and Engineering to identify opportunities and implement solutions Leverage our internal cost/Process Engineering teams to develop a pricing strategy that achieves target profit margins at all stages of the product life cycle Support each regional sales team by increasing their product specific knowledge through product training Monitor industry standards and initiatives to ensure we stay ahead of changing market needs or architectures Support the execution of new business development opportunities by traveling to customers and supporting video calls as required Provide support for each campaign by working with Sales and Engineering to ensure all deliverables are met on time Generate business proposals and contracts for new and existing business; negotiate win/win solutions for both Amphenol and our customers Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events as applicable Qualifications Education: BS degree in Engineering with a completed, or in process MBA and/or related finance, operations or marketing experience preferred Strong financial, marketing, and business acumen Comfortable working with multiple levels of the organization and across functional groups At least 2-4 years of experience in Sales, Marketing, Finance or Engineering disciplines High degree of competency in the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Ability to travel as needed/required Skills The ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines with excellent time management and organizational skills The ability to prioritize and drive projects/tasks to closure, good follow up skills Strong attention to detail Ability to analyze and interpret data Flexible, with the ability to integrate and communicate across all levels of an organization Self-motivated, ethical, and looking for career growth Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business. Amphenol is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin. For additional company information please visit our website at #J-18808-Ljbffr Amphenol Communications Solutions