Head of Product Management & Innovation

Location(s): Fremont, CaliforniaCompany: MolexCareer Field: We provide the highest performing and field-proven wavelength management solutions from components, modules to integrated line-cards. Continuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation, cutting edge WSS and amplification technology and comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software design capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks of telecom, datacom, hyperscale datacenter and supercomputing. Our TeamIn Fremont, CA, we serve large, global clients in datacom and telecom industries in providing innovative optical modules and subsystems to support our customers’ next generation networks.Our Optoelectronics team is hiring a Product Line Manager to lead high volume optical transceivers to meet the demands of our customers. This PLM will support global customers and work with a large cross functional teams across various regions globally. This person will work with customers, Program Managers, Engineering to lead the strategic direction, development, and commercialization of Opto-E product lines. This opportunity could be designed for an engineer looking to shift their focus to Product Management or a well established Product Line Manager to help meet the market demands. What You Will DoDevelop and execute product line strategies and product roadmap to ensure the alignment with the market trend and the customers’ needs in cloud services and optical networking space.Manage the product lifecycle, mitigating risks and ensuring the consistent executions with value-driven approach.Oversee the product forecast and streamline the manufacturing processes, proactively addressing component obsolescence, supply chain shortage, quality improvement, and cost-reduction opportunities.Work closely with Sales, Application, Engineering and Quality team to address customer issues, drive service level, and secure the design wins.Lead cross-functional initiatives across Sales, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, and Operation team, ensuring alignments on the strategy and the shared goals.Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, physics, or other related disciplinesExperience in datacom or telecom industryExperience in global manufacturing environmentExperience in managing financial metricsWhat Will Put You AheadExperience in managing optical product lineExperience in optical product developmentMBAFor this role, we anticipate paying $125,000 - $200,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. Hiring PhilosophyAll Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.Equal OpportunitiesEqual Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.