Overview Rapiscan Systems, an OSI Systems Company is seeking a Product Line Director, based out of Billerica, MA.
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 Line Director must develop a product line strategy to meet short and long-range business objectives for revenue, growth, profitability, quality, and customer satisfaction. The Product Line Director must be adept at creating and delivering reports and presentations for a senior management audience.
Responsibilities Product Area LeadershipProvide overall focus, leadership and direction for assigned product lines/areas throughout the product lifecycle.Work with other organizations, including leading cross functional teams, in ensuring that key issues facing the product line are addressed. Must be able to lead teams and exhibit strong decision making, considering the best interest of the product line and the overall business.Product Line Strategy / Product PlanningEstablish a product vision, strategy, and road map to create successful product growth and profitability.Evaluate new market, product opportunities; create and present business cases to support new product / product development recommendation.New Product DevelopmentInitiate development programs and develop Product Requirements Document.Engage with development team throughout the NPD cycle to work throughProduct Offering ManagementProduct 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 IntroductionWorks with Marketing to develop go-to-market strategies for new products and launch products to the market place.Train sales on the product offeringsSales and Marketing SupportSupport 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 ManagementPrioritize 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.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 plus15+ 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 capacityMust be able to demonstrate strong decision making and critical thinking ability.Experience in the Security Detection industry highly preferred.Experience in businesses selling to government agencies is preferred.Project management experience desired.Ability to travel globally, up to 20%Please review our benefits here: Life at OSI
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OSI Systems, Inc. has three operating divisions: (a) Security, providing security and inspection systems, turnkey security screening solutions and related services; (b) Healthcare, providing patient monitoring, diagnostic cardiology and anesthesia systems; and (c) Optoelectronics and Manufacturing, providing specialized electronic components and electronic manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers with applications in the defense, aerospace, medical and industrial markets, among others.
