GC Product Director

PerkinElmer

18h • Remote

About The Position

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services. Job TitleGC Product Director Location(s) US Remote - CA Job Description Job Description: Product Director, Gas Chromatography We are seeking an exceptional and highly driven Product Director for Gas Chromatography (GC) to join our team. Reporting directly to the VP of Product, this pivotal role is ideal for a true go-getter with high agency who is willing to roll their sleeves down and drive meaningful impact in a business poised for significant transformation. You will own the entire GC product portfolio, defining and executing a bold vision and strategy to capture market share and ensure we lead the industry in innovation for instrumentation, consumables, and services.

Requirements

• Proven experience (8+ years) in product management or development, with significant experience in a senior or leadership role within the scientific instrumentation or related industry.
• Demonstrated high agency and a hands-on approach, with a track record of taking initiative, overcoming roadblocks, and delivering tangible results in complex, matrixed organizations.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical skills to translate complex data and market dynamics into clear, decisive action plans.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders, mentor product managers, and build consensus across departments.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or a related scientific/technical field; an MBA or advanced degree is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Domain knowledge of Gas Chromatography, including instrumentation, method development, and relevant applications in key sectors (e.g., pharma, energy & chemical).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the comprehensive product roadmap and overarching business strategy for the GC portfolio, ensuring alignment with overall company goals.
• Deliver the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), including budget management, resource allocation, and performance metrics (KPIs) to drive profitable growth.
• Champion a customer-centric approach, gathering deep market and customer insights to identify opportunities and translate needs into actionable product requirements and innovative solutions.
• Drive go-to-market (GTM) plans and product launch initiatives in close collaboration with Marketing, Sales, and Applications teams to maximize adoption and revenue.
• Foster seamless collaboration across cross-functional teams, including R&D, Supply Chain, Sales, Service, and Consumables business units, acting as the primary interface and decision-maker for the product.
• Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation, development, and launch to optimization and eventual retirement, ensuring regulatory compliance, obsolescence management and hitting high quality standards.
• Deliver Successful Product Launches for this year including collateral, sales training, proactive care support by working closely with marketing, technical experts, service & quality teams
• Talent Management develop talent, succession planning and a culture of customer obsessed product organization.

Benefits

• PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees