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Gates Co Senior Director Of Product Line Management, Americas, Fluid in Denver, Colorado
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Let's simplify it... think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyers, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. And our products are backed by digital tools and solutions to deliver a complete solution. Because why not do it all? WHAT TO EXPECT As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded, and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Denver, CO headquarters, the Senior Director of Product Line Management, Americas, Fluid Power will be part of the Americas Fluid Power Product Line Management team and work in partnership with our regional Commercial, Marketing, and Operations teams. Reporting to the Vice President, General Manager, Fluid Power, Americas, this role is accountable for the development and implementation of organic and inorganic growth for their product line strategic plan, including market and competitive analysis and identifying strategic initiatives that drive profitabl Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the Americas region Fluid Power markets (automotive replacement and industrial OEM & replacement markets) and product offerings for 4 major product lines (Hydraulic Hose & Couplings, Hydraulic Tubing, Engine Hose, and Industrial Hose & Couplings), Partner with the Global PLM Organization to create your Americas Region product line strategy - including the supporting market data and trends, competitive analysis, strategic initiative development, and capacity planning. Define, plan, and own strategy execution. Plan, manage, and oversee the formulation of all short-term and long-term objectives and business plans for the Americas Region Fluid Power business, including meeting revenue, market share, price realization, profitability, quality, delivery, and new product vitality metrics. Collaborate with the GPLM Organization to ensure global alignment. Responsible for creating product roadmaps and working with engineering to fill out technology roadmaps that support the overall portfolio vision. Drive demand planning accuracy through coordination with Americas S&OP team and N. America Commercial organization with ownership of the ultimate signoff of demand plan. Identify, justify, and initiate new product development projects within the Americas Region using voice-of-customer and market insights to obtain desired growth in targeted market segments and achieve profitability targets. Ensure successful commercialization of any New Product Introductions (NPI) for your product line by owning local planning and execution, in partnership with the GPLM Organization. Demonstrate expertise in the various manufacturing processes used to create Fluid Power products and be responsible for capacity planning and creating justification for CapEx needs to meet long-term demand, technology, and profitability expectations. Measure the overall effectiveness of your strategies and tactics via data-driven KPIs - both in terms of leading indicators and final results. Recruit, develop, and manage a high-performing team, setting clear goals and expectations while promoting a culture of teamwork, ownership and accountability. This position will work within a highly matrixed organization but be the owner of the Americas Region Fluid Power product line.
ABOUT YOU Minimum 12 years of relevant organizational and/or commercial experience. High Level interpersonal and leadership skills; must be able to influence across multiple levels within the company and locations, including establishing global partnerships. Leads thr ugh influence, with and without authority. Bachelors degree in an applicable discipline is required. High degree of managerial, leadership, and communication skills. Demonstration of a strategic mindset - including roadmap development. New product commercialization experience a plus. Strong business acumen with knowledge of go-to-market strategies. Global work experience and perspective, preferred in Industrial environments. Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite. Travels moderately (15%) to Gates and customer sites, both domestic and international. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. PAY & BENEFITS Full-Time Salary: $195,000 - $240,000 Bonus Eligible Relocation is not provided Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of Eligible for Flexible Time Off 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match Tuition Reimbursement Learn more about the benefits we provide at
WHY GATES? Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers" diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. While we expect the best we also want to give you the best. That's why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of 'Dress for your Day' (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to our ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit to learn more.