[Hiring] Product Line Manager @Infinite Electronics

Role Description

The Product Line Manager serves as the business owner for the Integra Optics product portfolio and is responsible for defining product strategy, developing and managing the roadmap, leading supplier engagement, and driving portfolio growth. This role requires strong technical knowledge of fiber optics and transceiver technologies, sound commercial judgment, a deep understanding of market trends, and the ability to partner effectively across sales, engineering, marketing, operations, and supply chain.

• Translate customer needs and market insights into product decisions that support revenue growth, margin improvement, and market share gains.
• Drive innovation and represent Integra Optics with customers, suppliers, and internal leadership.
• Shape product direction, prioritize investments, and deliver customer value through disciplined execution.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering or a related technical discipline is preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in product management, with earlier responsibilities in business development, sales, or applications engineering for fiber optic products across multiple markets and applications.
• Established relationships with key industry leaders, governing agencies, and industry organizations in the market.
• Demonstrated success developing and executing product strategies, roadmaps, and new product launches.
• Proven ability to develop and present complex business cases to internal and external stakeholders to gain alignment.
• Track record of commercial success in both portfolio growth and new product introduction.
• Ability to translate complex technical knowledge into digestible information to support sales and marketing.
• Strong interpersonal skills, sound business judgment, a customer-focused mindset, and a proven track record of delivering revenue growth.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and professionally in English.
• Strong proficiency and working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, & PowerPoint), CRM, and ERP.
• Experience working successfully in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.

Requirements

• Launch 4 to 6 new products annually to generate more than $5 million in annual revenue through innovative, differentiated, value-driven solutions.

First 30 Days

• Develop an understanding of the current product portfolio, customer base, and target markets within the business unit.
• Gain familiarity with the business unit’s capabilities, solutions, and cross-functional resources.
• Develop an initial product roadmap aligned to growth markets, applications, and customer demand.
• Identify the partners, suppliers, and engineering resources needed to support roadmap execution.

First 60 Days

• Complete at least three voice-of-customer discussions to validate product priorities and roadmap direction.
• Finalize a 6-month product roadmap with timelines and execution priorities for presentation to leadership.

First 90 Days

• Engage key telecom and data center customers to gather voice-of-customer insights, understand current network architectures, and identify future solution opportunities.
• Finalize a 12-month product roadmap with timelines and execution priorities for presentation to leadership.

Preferred Leadership and Professional Attributes

• Successful candidates are solution-oriented, collaborative, and accountable for results while exhibiting ownership and urgency.
• Dependable, accountable, and consistent in follow-through.
• Highly organized with strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and sound judgment.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Able to perform effectively under deadlines and changing business needs.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and commercial teams.
• Maintains a professional presence and represents the organization effectively in internal and external settings.
• Demonstrates ownership, urgency, collaboration, accountability, and a solutions-oriented approach.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Frequently remains in a stationary position and occasionally moves about the office or worksite to access files, supplies, or attend meetings.
• Frequently uses hands and fingers to operate office equipment such as a keyboard, mouse, telephone, and other standard office tools.
• Must be able to visually assess information on screens, documents, and reports.
• Frequently reads, interprets, and analyzes written and visual information.
• Occasionally lifts or moves items up to 10–15 pounds (e.g., files, laptop, meeting materials).
• Must be able to effectively communicate information and ideas in person, via video conference, and through written communication.
• Works primarily in an office or remote office environment with standard business equipment.
• May require extended periods of screen time.
• May occasionally be required to attend meetings or events outside of normal workspace or business hours.

Work Environment

• This role may be either remote or at an office location.
• Employees may work from their home office and regularly collaborate with colleagues across various company sites during normal or extended business hours, as needed.
• Office-based work depends on an employee's proximity to an Infinite facility and may be determined by management.
• Travel is part of this role’s responsibilities, including customer visits, supplier meetings, industry conferences, and internal gatherings.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Infinite Electronics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and actively encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.