Sr Product Line Director , VA

Overview

Rapiscan, an OSI Systems Company is seeking a Sr Product Line Director based out of Arlington, VA .
We are proud to be a trusted provider of advanced x-ray technologies for ports, borders, military, high-threat facilities and critical infrastructure all over the world.
Be a part of our mission to provide our customers with best-in-class cargo and vehicle screening systems and services so they can combat terrorism, trade fraud, drug and weapon smuggling, and illegal immigration.
The Product Management (PLM) function brings a disciplined, business-oriented approach to product planning and portfolio management of their products to achieve business performance objectives.
The position requires both business and technical acumen as well as the ability to provide cross-functional leadership.
The Product Manager will gain a deep understanding of customer applications, problems and needs in the target market segments through market research, competitive analysis, and meeting with customers as well as internal sales and marketing organizations.
The Sr.
Product Line Director must develop a product line strategy to meet short and long-range business objectives for revenue, growth, profitability, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Product Line Director must be adept at creating and delivering reports and presentations for a senior management audience.

Responsibilities

Product Area Leadership Provide overall focus, leadership and direction for assigned product lines/areas throughout the product lifecycle, in collaboration with engineering and sales leadership.
Work with other organizations to ensure that key issues facing the product line are addressed.
Must be able to lead cross-functional teams and exhibit strong decision making, considering the best interest of the product line and the overall business.
Product Line Strategy / Product Planning Establish a product vision, strategy, and road map to create successful product growth and profitability, collaborating with engineering and sales teams.
Evaluate new market, product opportunities; create and present business cases to support new product / product development recommendation.
Understand and stay current with the industry landscape, including market trends, customer needs, competitors, and technology.
New Product Development Initiate development programs and develop Product Requirements Document.
Engage with development team throughout the NPD cycle to work through trade-offs and decisions.
Product Offering Management Product Management is responsible for defining and communicating the Product Offering, including product configurations, options, and pricing.
Owns creation of product cost models (with support from finance)
New Product Introduction Works with Marketing to develop and execute go-to-market strategies for new products and launch products to the market place.
Train sales on the product offerings
Sales and Marketing Support Support quoting and bid/proposal efforts for all 'non-standard' product requests.
(Non-standard product refers to any custom feature, or product / feature which is not yet fully released to sales).
For 'non-standard' items, Product Management owns the creation of all NRE, cost, and schedule estimates, as well as all supporting proposal content.
General Product Management Prioritize product sustaining work; manage critical product support projects, if required.
Responsible for updating senior management on key issues and elevate any issues that need assistance with resolution.
Must have the ability to create and deliver communications appropriate for a senior management audience.
Collaborate with other functions to develop and improve business processes where needed.
Other
Uphold the company's core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company's Code of Ethics and Conduct.
It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem.
Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.

Qualifications

BS in engineering or another technical field, or BA with significant technical experience required; MS/MBA a plus
15+ years of total related experience in Product Management, Product Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Engineering, and/or Program Management, with a minimum of 5 years experience in Product Management, for a global manufacturer of capital equipment/technology products selling in industrial B2B markets.
Technical background - Significant experience engaged with new product development of complex electro mechanical products.
Financial acumen.
Knowledge of key financial areas including product costing, project costing, project management and business case development practices.
Able to assess financial impact of all product line decisions.
Able to construct financial and cost analyses and present to management.
Strong communication skills , both written and verbal.
Must have the ability to create and deliver reports and presentations for a senior management audience.
Proven track record leading people and teams, in either a project management or direct supervisor capacity
Must be able to demonstrate strong decision making and critical thinking ability
Experience in the Security Detection industry highly preferred.
Program management experience desired
Ability to travel globally, up to 20%
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