Senior Director, Product Management & Strategy
Gables Search Group
My client is expanding and seeks a Senior Director of Product Management and Strategy.
The ideal candidate will own P&L, drive commercialization, and serve as the strategic voice of the customer in the life sciences research market.
This person brings strong executive presence, earns the respect of highly technical engineering teams, and leads with both quantitative rigor and commercial instinct.
This person will take on the following key responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
- Define product strategy, roadmap, and business cases for an instruments and software portfolio
- Own P&L with full accountability for revenue and growth targets
- Lead voice of customer research and market intelligence
- Build and mentor a high-performing product management team
Product Development
- Collaborate with R&D and Engineering as a credible technical peer — able to engage deeply on requirements, specifications, and tradeoffs
- Drive hardware-software integration and user experience excellence
- Define technical roadmaps and address cybersecurity for connected platforms
- Experience with optical detection systems, fluidics, or laboratory automation preferred
Commercial Execution
- Develop positioning, pricing, and go-to-market strategies
- Drive product launches, sales enablement, and competitive analysis
- Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Field teams on customer engagement
- Manage regulatory compliance (FDA, CE, ISO 13485)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Life Sciences; advanced degree preferred
- 12+ years in product management for life sciences capital equipment and/or software
- 5+ years people management experience
- Proven P&L ownership and successful product launches
- Deep understanding of analytical instruments and laboratory software
- Strong quantitative, financial modeling, and communication skills — you are as comfortable in a data conversation as a boardroom one
- Travel 20–25%
This role is based in Maryland.
Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Senior Director, Product Management & Strategy in Gaithersburg, MD vacancy
- FINRA is seeking a Lead Product Manager - Surveillance to own the vision, strategy, and roadmap for multiple Market Surveillance products. This role leads backlogs for the Market Abuse group, prioritizes work, and drives product decisions using data-driven insights. Responsibilities...Senior
$223k - $335k
...generating insights through finished intelligence products. The Senior Director, Strategic Intelligence provides broad management and leadership to senior-level managers and... ...of intelligence frameworks, collection strategies, standards, and dissemination, leveraging extensive...SeniorFull timeTemporary workFor contractorsFor subcontractorWork at officeLocal areaImmediate start$223k - $335k
...Senior Director, Strategic Intelligence Strategic Intelligence is... ...through finished intelligence products. The Senior Director,... ...Intelligence provides broad management and leadership to senior-level... ...frameworks, collection strategies, standards, and dissemination...SeniorFull timeTemporary workFor contractorsFor subcontractorWork at officeLocal areaImmediate startFinancial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc.
Rockville, MD6 hours ago- ...The Senior Manager, Product Management leads product strategy, roadmap development, and lifecycle execution for the company's Flat Panel Antenna (FPA)-based satellite communications User Terminal (UT) portfolio, reporting to the VP of Product Management. The role sits...SeniorTemporary workFlexible hours
Intellian Technologies
Rockville, MD5 days ago - US Pharmacopeia is looking for a Senior Technical Director for Global Manufacturing Programs to provide strategic technical leadership for... ...externally. The successful candidate will influence program strategy and manage complex stakeholder environments effectively, ensuring...Senior
- ...biological materials for science and health, ATCC is hiring Senior Manager, Product - Primary & Advanced Models to support Product Management... ..., and PBMCs. The role develops and executes product strategies, multi-year roadmaps, portfolio plans, commercialization approaches...Senior
- My client is growing and in need of an experienced Director of Product Management and Strategy.The perfect candidate will be responsible for P&L, leading commercialization, and acting as the strategic advocate for customers in the life sciences research industry.They should...Senior
- A biotechnology company is seeking an experienced Program Manager in Gaithersburg, MD. This role involves leading late-stage clinical program teams, ensuring alignment on project strategies, and influencing stakeholders across the organization. The ideal candidate will...Senior
- Intellian Technologies in Rockville, MD seeks a Senior Manager, Product Management to lead the strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle for the Flat Panel Antenna (FPA) based satellite communications User Terminal portfolio, reporting to the VP of Product Management. You will align...Senior
- ...therapeutics for inflammatory myopathies, JIA, and Sjogren’s Disease. You will integrate R&D strategies, design robust studies, and lead cross-functional collaboration from early research through late-stage development and lifecycle management. #J-18808-Ljbffr AstraZenecaSenior
$140k - $160k
...biological materials for science and health, ATCC is hiring Senior Manager, Product - Primary & Advanced Models to support Product Management... ..., and PBMCs. The role develops and executes product strategies, multi-year roadmaps, portfolio plans, commercialization approaches...Senior$500 per month
...brands to create unified Go-to-Market® systems that connect strategy, AI, creativity, activation and measurement. With a... ...across B2B Marketing, and we are looking for a Senior Director of Product Management to help lead the build. This is a role for someone who...SeniorFull timeSummer workWork at officeWorldwideVisa sponsorshipFlexible hoursMarketbridge
Bethesda, MD29 days ago- ...dynamic Tax Team environment. Join Aprio’s Senior Tax Associate role to work with middle-... ..., and develop innovative tax strategies that align with business goals and regulatory... ...changes. You’ll engage directly with clients, manage tax returns, and collaborate with cross-...SeniorRemote job
- AstraZeneca’s Oncology Business Unit (OBU) invites an Associate Director, OBU Strategy, to shape strategic direction across early and late-stage... ...and require collaboration with scientific teams and senior leaders. Expect moderate global travel and a fast-paced, impactful...Senior
- ...Acoustic Concepts, LLC is seeking a Director/Sr. Director Product Line (SNRS) to direct market... ...product portfolio. The role drives strategy, roadmap, and pricing for growth across... ...business plans while reporting to senior management. #J-18808-Ljbffr Thales Defense &...Senior
- ...Executive team · About 15 people and growing. The Role Lead product strategy, roadmap development, and product marketing for a patented... ...credibility and promote JumpLights’ products. Product Lifecycle Management Manage each product line across the full lifecycle, from...Relocation package
- DAVIS seeks a Virtual Construction Manager to lead BIM/VC strategy and coordination across multiple projects. You will bridge executive project management with BIM execution, ensuring digital workflows support schedule, cost, risk, and field execution. The role demands...Senior
- AstraZeneca GmbH in the United States is seeking a Senior Regulatory Affairs Director to lead global regulatory strategy for complex products, driving rapid approvals and advantageous... ...Regulatory Sub-team with regional input, manage regulatory milestones, and mentor RAD/ARAD...Senior
- MacroGenics, Inc. is seeking an Executive Director, Program and Portfolio Management to drive strategic planning and governance of the development portfolio. You will orchestrate cross-functional assessments from discovery through commercialization and partner with leaders...Senior
- X-energy is seeking a Director of Value Engineering and Product Management to work cross-functionally across projects. This role is crucial for ensuring that engineering teams make informed design decisions taking into account cost and value. The successful candidate will...
- Sikich LLP in Rockville, Maryland, seeks a Senior Manager for Assurance, Tax & Wealth Management to lead tax engagements and mentor staff. You will review complex returns, provide planning insights, and supervise multiple engagements while building strong client relationships...Senior
- JBG SMITH seeks an Asset Management Senior Financial Analyst to build, update, and present financial analyses that guide asset strategy across a diverse portfolio in the Washington, DC area. The role collaborates with leasing, investments, capital markets, development,...Senior
- RCLCO is seeking Associates/Senior Associates for its Management Consulting team to work on client engagements in real estate strategy across multiple U.S. offices. The role blends data analysis, financial modeling, and strategic advice with direct client interaction....Senior
$243.59k - $365.38k
...directly driving evidence strategy and study delivery or... ...Medical Evidence Strategy Director role at AstraZeneca is a senior epidemiologist role combining... ..., science, and people management skills. They report to the... ...to post launch marketed products. The scope includes different...SeniorTemporary workWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hours3 days per week- Blue Energy in Chevy Chase, MD is seeking a Transmission Manager to lead interconnection and transmission strategy for nuclear power projects across U.S. markets. You will guide siting, development strategy, and regulatory engagement with a focus on PJM, ERCOT, MISO, NYISO...Senior
- Axtria, Inc. is seeking a Senior Leader in its AI & Data Practice to drive transformative initiatives across cloud data management, analytics, and agentic AI for life sciences clients. You will lead client engagements, ensure delivery excellence, and provide strategic...Senior
- GEICO in Bethesda, MD seeks a Lead II, Media Strategy & Planning to translate business briefs into integrated media strategies across TV... ...based on performance data. In a fast-paced environment you’ll manage budgets, trafficking, and delivery timelines while collaborating...Senior
- STANDARD SOLAR INC. is seeking a Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting,... ...financial modeling and GAAP knowledge, with the ability to present complex data to senior leaders. #J-18808-Ljbffr STANDARD SOLAR INCSenior
$220k - $240k
...otherwise, please contact us at .Job DescriptionThe Director, Value Engineering and Product Management at X-energy will work cross functionally across Project... ...parts of the organization by establishing the strategy, tools, processes, governance, and working relationships...Full timeTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeMonday to Friday- Aprio, a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm with 40 U.S. offices, is hiring a Senior Tax Associate to join its Tax Team. You will provide tax planning, consulting, and compliance services to middle-market and large clients while building lasting relationships. Lead and develop...SeniorRemote work
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Senior Director, Product Management & Strategy. Be the first to apply!
Related searches
- product manager Gaithersburg, MD
- senior manager product development Gaithersburg, MD
- product manager oncology Gaithersburg, MD
- product manager beauty Gaithersburg, MD
- global product manager Gaithersburg, MD
- product manager remote Gaithersburg, MD
- product manager electronics Gaithersburg, MD
- product manager banking Gaithersburg, MD
- product launch manager Gaithersburg, MD
- director new product development Gaithersburg, MD