Product Manager

Product ManagerCollinwood is assisting our client, a global leader in the manufacturing of highly engineered sensors and components, in their efforts to hire an experienced, senior, hands-on Product Manager to own product strategy, commercialization, and lifecycle management for assigned HVAC and/or industrial product lines. Acting as a mini-GM, this role carries responsibility for growth, profitability, and long-term product strategy, with direct influence across Engineering, Sales, Operations, and Finance.This is not a "roadmap-only" or "product marketing" role. The successful candidate will have proven experience driving new product introductions (NPI), translating customer and market needs into profitable products, and working closely with engineering teams to deliver solutions that win in the market.What you will be doing:Own a defined book of business (product families and/or verticals), developing and executing clear strategies to achieve growth and profit targetsLead cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to deliver revenue, margin, and cash objectivesDrive product commercialization and new product development initiatives, ensuring customer-required features and value propositions are delivered on time and on budgetOwn pricing strategy and lifecycle-based pricing decisions to maximize margin and competitive positioningPartner with Operations and Supply Chain to identify and execute cost-reduction and design-for-manufacturing initiativesLead lifecycle management decisions, including portfolio optimization, product rationalization, and risk mitigationTranslate Voice of Customer, market trends, and competitive intelligence into actionable product roadmaps and investment decisionsSupport Sales and Business Development through market readiness, product positioning, training, and customer engagementPrepare and deliver executive-level reporting and presentations on product performance, growth initiatives, and strategic outlookCollaborate with customers, external partners, and internal teams to identify and drive growth opportunities through Sensience's NPI processEnsure assigned business areas meet growth, profitability, and cash flow targetsWhat we need from you:8+ years of progressive product management experience, preferably in HVAC, industrial, or engineered component environmentsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Business (MBA preferred but not required)Strong technical aptitude with the ability to bridge engineering, commercial, and financial perspectivesProven experience owning products end-to-end, including NPI and commercializationExperience working in OEM-focused, technically complex marketsStrong financial and analytical skills, including pricing and margin managementAbility to lead and influence cross-functionally without direct authorityExcellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skillsExperience operating in fast-paced, growth-oriented, or PE-backed environments preferredWillingness to travel as needed to support customers and internal teams