Product Line Manager - Passive Components

This role is fully on site at our Lisle, IL corporate office.

Responsible for an assigned product line within the Passives Components (FCP, RF filters, EMC filters) AMS SBU. Accountable for the overall product strategy development and execution plans of the assigned product line, product roadmaps, driving profitability to enhance gross margins, and securing revenue growth. Guides communication across functions to achieve strategic goals and best practices. Direct reports of the position are Application Engineers assigned to the product lines within this position’s responsibilities.

• Develop and drive the product strategies and roadmap for assigned product portfolio.
• Own the Product Business execution Plan and report on progress.
• Set the vision for the product line and align with the various teams on executing the strategy.
• Manage the product portfolio to ensure best cost position.
• Responsible for profitability of the product line. Initiate the improvement measures to continuously enhance the product line margins.
• Active management of the product life cycle and closing of portfolio gaps.
• Deliver market requirement documents and product requirement documents with prioritized features and corresponding justification.
• Support cross‑functional project teams for the new development of the assigned product.
• Support the sales activities on customer site, online and print media.
• Responsible for the pricing strategy and definition of the new product introduction in cooperation with adjacent departments (Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing Engineering).
• Analysis of competitors, their products and corresponding market strategies.
• Lead the development/author marketing communications literature to facilitate expanding product in existing and new markets/applications via application notes/tech briefs, white papers, product brochures, etc.
• Work closely with key internal stakeholders and end customers, including assessing their needs, showcasing products in portfolio, engaging in Q&A.
• Develop a comprehensive list of recommended key target customers globally.
• Train sales force and develop sales tools and collateral.
• Propose an overall budget to ensure success and strategic alignment.
• Ensure the product data integrity within the company ERP and other related systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Experience in product management with product line operations in multiple countries.
• Proven record of international business growth. Ability to coordinate, manage, and align the multiple stakeholders, both internal and external, to reach business objectives.
• Excellent communication skills with diverse levels and cultures.
• Strong listening and team building skills.
• Collaborative and effective leader with ability to motivate, inspire and influence.
• High integrity, self‑starter, strong work ethic, and high level of energy.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or other technical disciplines. Master’s degree in business preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of Radio Frequency and Frequency Control product‑application or engineering experience.
• Minimum of 3 years directly leading teams.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• Must be able to travel up to 30 % domestically and internationally.

• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

The expected annual salary range for this position is $125-160K.

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus with a target incentive of 20% of base salary.

CTS Corporation is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who complies with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. CTS Corporation has a commitment to further equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a qualified veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, and any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

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