Product Line Leader, ‑Safety Detection & Suppression
Job in
Ashland, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01721, USA
Listed on 2026-09-27
Listing for:
100Hires, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-27
Job specializations:
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Business
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Hybrid — based in Ashland, MAAbout Kidde Fenwal Join a global innovator in fire detection, alarm, and suppression solutions. At Kidde Fenwal, we safeguard people, property, and essential operations worldwide through engineered systems and a culture grounded in integrity, collaboration, innovation, and customer focus.
About the role Reporting to the Product Management Director, you will guide the strategy and execution of a global detection–alarm–control portfolio within our Detection & Control team. You’ll convert customer needs into product direction, align cross‑functional stakeholders, and deliver offerings that save lives and sustain business continuity.
A day in the life Start with a pulse check on product KPIs and margin health, then align priorities with engineering in a stand‑up focused on NPD, sustaining, and value‑engineering work streams.
Host a Voice of Customer session, transforming insights into clear, testable requirements for upcoming releases.
Partner with the Market & Pricing Analyst to tune pricing strategy, update models, and evaluate elasticity scenarios.
Draft value propositions and positioning, then review collateral, white papers, and technical documentation with Marketing Communications.
Deliver product training to internal sales and applications teams and prepare for a customer visit or trade show appearance.
Close the day by refining the roadmap and communicating forecast updates based on market signals and code/standards changes (NFPA, UL, FM, ISO, EN).Where you’ll make an impact
Market Intelligence & Strategy Be the authority on customers, competitors, and trends in fire detection and suppression controls.
Spot emerging opportunities and risks; translate insights into strategic recommendations for leadership.
Shape and evolve the portfolio strategy in partnership with the Product Management Director, Chief Product Officer, and cross‑functional leaders.
Product Development & Lifecycle Lead NPD from concept through launch while overseeing sustaining and value‑engineering initiatives.
Turn VoC inputs into requirements, business cases, pricing models, and go‑forward plans.
Own lifecycle outcomes—performance, profitability, and long‑term margin integrity—from introduction to sunset.
Go‑to‑Market & Sales Enablement Define positioning and differentiated value ‑create collateral, sales tools, white papers, and technical documentation with Marketing Communications.
Deliver product training for internal and external audiences and support commercial, technical, and applications teams.
Business Performance & Forecasting Monitor product line performance and drive targeted improvements.
Align pricing strategy and updates with the Market & Pricing Analyst.
Own volume forecasts and communicate shifts informed by trends and market events.
Cross‑Functional & External Engagement Represent Kidde Fenwal at trade shows, customer visits, and internal sales meetings.
Build strong partnerships with engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and key external stakeholders.
Stay current with global codes and standards (NFPA, UL, FM, ISO, EN, etc.).What you’ll bring
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field
Proven commercial and financial acumen
Deep knowledge of codes and standards for Fire Detection and Suppression Systems Excellent written and verbal communication
High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Ability to travel up to 25%, including internationally
Preferred MBA or related business qualification
Product management certifications
Experience in the fire protection industry (fire alarm or specialty detection systems)
Multilingual abilities
Core competencies
Strategic thinking and market insight
Product management and organizational excellence
Cross‑functional leadership and collaboration
Growth mindset and self‑motivation
Problem‑solving in complex technical and commercial settings
Domain proficiency
Business‑to‑Business (B2B)
Commercial building systems
Critical infrastructure
Fire detection
Fire suppression
Industrial safety markets
Product management
New Product Development (NPD)
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