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TRIUMPH · 1 month ago

Product Line Director

Yakima, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$145K/yr - $180K/yr

5+ years exp

TRIUMPH is an industry leader in aerospace products and systems, and they are seeking a Product Line Director to oversee the strategic direction and profitability of their product line. The role involves managing cross-functional teams, engaging with customers, and ensuring compliance with performance standards while driving growth and innovation.

AerospaceIndustrialManufacturing

Responsibilities

Manage the assigned product line end-to-end, ensuring achievement of Bookings, Sales, and EBITDA goals

Develop and execute pricing strategies, forecasting, and budgeting to maximize profitability

Drive consistent value creation through market-based pricing, profitable new business, and productivity initiatives

Define and execute product line strategies resulting in year-over-year growth faster than the underlying market

Create and implement new business growth strategies, including Go/No-Go decision processes and resource allocation

Prepare and execute comprehensive Annual Business Unit Plans with quarterly/monthly targets

Facilitate coordination of a multidisciplinary Product Line Team (PLT) across engineering, manufacturing, sales, and marketing

Manage front end-product line budgets, resource planning, and talent development strategies

Promote a high-performance, accountability-driven culture with clear goals and empowerment

Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, industry influencers, and stakeholders

Conduct ongoing market research to identify customer needs, track competitor offerings, and monitor industry trends

Lead contract reviews and negotiations to secure favorable terms and long-term partnerships

Oversee the product line from concept through design, development, certification, production, and end-of-life

Provide product cost targets and monitor progress against objectives

Track product performance metrics and customer satisfaction to guide future development products

Lead Go/No-Go team activities with data-driven business models

Develop and present quarterly business reviews to executive management

Implement initiatives to continuously improve responsiveness to customer and business needs

Qualification

Product managementBusiness developmentCross-functional leadershipEngineering principlesManufacturing processesRegulatory standardsAnalytical thinkingInterpersonal skillsProject managementCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related field

Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in product management, business development, or related roles within aerospace, defense, or industrial manufacturing

Experience leading direct reports and cross-functional teams

Strong interpersonal, leadership, and project management skills with proven ability to influence across functions

Analytical thinker with ability to interpret market data, customer feedback, and financial reports

Ability to travel 30%–35%

Ownership of product line agenda, priorities, and due dates with the goal of exceeding customer expectations and maximizing value

Entrepreneurial, self-starter mindset with a bias for action and urgency

Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple initiatives simultaneously

Solid business acumen and effective communication skills, fostering open and honest dialogue

Track new business bookings through structured tools (e.g., Taxi and Takeoff list)

Maintain Time & Territory plans in collaboration with VP of Sales & Business Development

Preferred

MBA preferred

Technical degree strongly preferred with familiarity in engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and regulatory standards (e.g., NADCAP, CE, PMP certification)

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)

Healthcare spending accounts

Paid parental leave

Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays

401(k) with company match

Disability and life insurance

Incentives and performance-based rewards

Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity

Company

TRIUMPH

Glassdoor3.5

TRIUMPH designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, accessories, subassemblies, systems.

Founded in 1993

Berwyn, Pennsylvania, USA

5001-10000 employees