Senior Manager GPLM, Engine & Industrial Hose

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Discover a leading manufacturer of application‑specific fluid power and power transmission solutions that pushes the boundaries of material science. Gates is driven by collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to exceeding customer expectations.

The Senior Manager of Global Product Line Management for Engine & Industrial Hose owns strategic direction, commercial success, operational execution, and product innovation across the portfolio. This role reports to the Senior Director of Fluid Power Global Product Line Management and works collaboratively across the organization, including Operations, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Technical Development.

• Partner with regional teams to achieve financial targets, drive new product introductions, and pursue productivity opportunities that improve the financial health of the global hose portfolio.
• Develop, present, own, and execute global product line strategies, including roadmaps, key initiatives, and growth plans. Define growth elements for the Long‑Range Financial Forecast to ensure capacity and investment alignment.
• Maintain deep understanding of the global engine hose and industrial hose markets, competitors, product capabilities, and manufacturing footprint.
• Support inorganic growth opportunities with target identification, synergy development, and business‑case insights.
• Integrate regional insights into product roadmap and Multi‑Generational Product Plan; prioritize and execute technical projects that drive profitable growth.
• Lead global product commercialization, defining value propositions, key messaging, pricing strategy, and commercialization materials. Partner with regional teams on plans and sales KPIs.
• Lead prioritization, execution, and location decisions for the global aftermarket engine hose portfolio to maximize delivery capability and minimize costs.
• Provide balanced perspectives and supplement resources in regional operations, technical, and commercial teams to accelerate growth.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a high‑functioning, results‑driven team that balances global and regional/local requirements.

• At least 8 years of applicable experience, including global work experience and a product‑line‑management background across marketing, operations, engineering, or commercial roles.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; ability to influence across multiple levels and locations.
• Strategic mindset with roadmap development experience.
• New product commercialization experience is a plus.
• Strong business acumen and knowledge of go‑to‑market strategies.
• Experience in Fluid Power, Engine Coolant, or Fluid Conveyance businesses is a plus.

• Bachelors degree in an applicable field.
• MBA or similar secondary degree preferred, or a multi‑faced business background.

• Travel domestically and internationally as required (20+%).

• Full‑time, salary range: $165,000 – $195,000.
• Bonus eligible.
• Relocation not provided.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and other voluntary benefits begin the first day of the month after hire.
• Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation, 11 holidays (9 scheduled + 2 floating), and 8 sick days.
• 401(k) with 3% company contribution and 3% match.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. We operate as ‘One Gates’ with a common goal of advancing material science and investing in our people to solve customer challenges today and for tomorrow.

Gates is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on job‑related factors, not on race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

Frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates provides a reasonable estimate of compensation based on relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.