Head of Product Innovation

Bourns is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of electronic components, integrated solutions, and systems serving a wide range of industries worldwide. For over 75 years, Bourns has built a reputation for innovation, quality, technical excellence, and customer focus. We are committed to developing advanced technologies that help our customers solve complex engineering challenges while creating opportunities for our employees to grow and succeed. Bourns is seeking a strategic and results-driven Product Line Manager – Custom Magnetics Americas to lead the growth, profitability, and long-term business strategy of our Custom Magnetics product portfolio across North America. This highly visible leadership role will partner closely with customers, manufacturing sites, engineering teams, sales organizations, and executive leadership to define product strategy, identify new market opportunities, and drive profitable growth.
The successful candidate will combine strong commercial acumen with technical expertise to develop product roadmaps, manage P&L performance, evaluate emerging market trends, and help shape the future direction of our Custom Magnetics business.
Own product line financial performance, including forecasting, pricing strategies, cost management, and profitability improvements.
Lead strategic planning efforts, including annual business plans, five-year growth initiatives, and quarterly business updates.
Analyze market trends, customer requirements, competitive dynamics, and emerging technologies to identify new product opportunities.
Collaborate with global manufacturing, engineering, quality, finance, operations, and sales teams to ensure successful product execution.
Establish product development priorities and technology roadmaps aligned with customer and market needs.
Manage product line resource planning, scheduling, budgeting, and project execution.
Maintain strong relationships with key customers, semiconductor partners, suppliers, and industry organizations.
Support applications engineering and laboratory activities to deliver innovative customer solutions.
Participate in the selection and development of key technical and business personnel. [Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required (Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred).
MBA or advanced degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field is a plus.
Experience working directly with customers and leading cross-functional teams.
Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, product development, market analysis, and commercial strategy.
Strong strategic planning and business development capabilities.
Excellent negotiation, influencing, and relationship-building skills.
Financial acumen with the ability to drive profitable business decisions.
Ability to translate complex technical concepts into customer-focused solutions.
Cultural awareness and experience working with international teams.
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to innovative technologies serving customers around the world.

Employment Type: Full Time
Bonus/Commission: Yes