Product Line Manager II
Parker HannifinPosition Summary At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers. As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference. The vision of Gas Turbine Fuel Systems Division is to be the global leader in the design, development, manufacture, and service of engine fuel, lubrication, and thermal management systems and components for aerospace/defense and industrial applications. By leveraging our expertise in analysis, atomization, combustion, fluid metering, and control — coupled with enterprise excellence — we will exceed customer expectations and achieve our business objectives. The Product Line Manager I Directs a comprehensive product strategy from product conception through the entire life cycle for a product line typically within a single region within a division of a product group. Scope/ Supervision and Interaction: Directs a focused strategy for several product lines (product, promotion, pricing, and channel) within the Oil Conveyance Business Unit for GTFSD (Devens & Naples sites). This role requires strong leadership, drive and ability to guide and influence externally and internally within a matrixed organization. Actively participate with cross functional teams including engineering, supply chain, sales and production to manage entire product life cycle and maintain customer satisfaction and business objectives. Track key business performance indicators to identify and execute necessary countermeasure to achieving business/market goals to overcome obstacles or changes in market dynamics. Essential Functions: Responsible for the product line (product, promotion, pricing, and channel) for a defined portfolio of products to drive sales and margin expansion Monitors sales and margin results and tracks and recommends appropriate actions Develop and manage the product portfolio strategy Lead the multi-generational product roadmap development process in line with division/business unit strategic plans Supports Winovation new product development process Defining customer requirements/needs and government & regulatory standards Support Global Product Platforms Ownership of the product life cycle Management of the product portfolio Complexity analysis & reduction Manage product end-of-life cycle Apply POP (Parker Operating Principle) Support Simple by Design Participates in the development and implementation of appropriate response strategies. Develops and leads IME strategies (existing product innovations/modifications/extensions). Develop product value propositions and be accountable for new product launches Investigates market needs for innovative products and works with Engineering to appropriately prioritize product development efforts for the product line; Support Customer Segmentation Conducts market research through trade associations, internet investigation and Corporate services. Monitors competitors' position, action and products Maintain product literature, catalogs, technical bulletins, etc. Manage competitive Cross-Over Attend customer visits, sales conferences, trade shows, as required. Qualifica…