R.C. Systems LLC · 1 month ago
Strategic Portfolio and Innovation Manager
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$135K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expR.C. Systems LLC, through its brand Det-Tronics, is a global leader in industrial life safety solutions. The Strategic Portfolio and Innovation Manager will lead the product portfolio strategy and lifecycle management, working closely with executive leadership to drive strategic planning and digital transformation.
Industrial EngineeringIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Develop and communicate the strategic product portfolio and business plan
Lead market research, competitive analysis, and trend monitoring
Collaborate with product management, engineering, regional teams, and leadership to execute multi-year strategies
Define product value propositions, roadmaps, and drive fast decision-making
Manage PLM across the lifecycle (phase-in to phase-out, SKU and backlog prioritization)
Champion organizational development and cultural transformation toward portfolio-centric excellence
Oversee the 4 Ps: Product, Price, Promotion, Place—including launches, pricing rules, and marketing programs
Lead Voice of Customer initiatives to capture user needs and translate them into product requirements
Evaluate M&A opportunities and strategic partnerships
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
5–10 years in product portfolio or product management
Willingness to travel >25%
Preferred
Strategy/consulting or large company experience
Industry knowledge in Safety Solutions, Industrial Automation, or Fire & Gas Detection
Strong business acumen and financial analysis skills
Experience with digital transformation and customer insight programs
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across all organizational levels
Benefits
Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with company contributions
Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match, life and disability insurance
Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO), holidays, and flexible scheduling options
Professional Growth: Career development programs, training opportunities, and tuition reimbursement
Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness resources, and global mobility support
Ownership Culture: Participation in our Ownership Program, empowering employees to share in our success
Company
R.C. Systems LLC
RC Systems has engineered and manufactured industrial electronic products for the instrumentation industry since 1979.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Qirong Wu, PE, PMP
CEO
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