Product Line Director

Strattec Security•Auburn Hills, MI

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION is seeking a visionary Product Director to lead its Motion / Power Access product line. This role is based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and is a full-time professional position. STRATTEC has over 100 years of experience in automotive access and security systems. The Motion / Power Access division is a leader in powered-entry systems with over 25 years of innovation, including technologies like POWER SLIDING DOORS (PSD), POWER LIFTGATES (PLG), POWER ENDGATES (PEG), POWER DECKLIDS (PDL), and solutions for AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE ACCESS. Key differentiators include being a full-system supplier, utilizing Invis-A-Rise™ Technology, offering a modular architecture, and having in-house software capability. The Product Director will own the strategic direction, new product development, market positioning, and pricing strategy for these award-winning systems, shaping the future of vehicle motion and powered-entry experiences. This is a high-impact leadership role at the intersection of innovation, technology, and customer experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Business, or related field (required)
10+ years in product management, product development, or systems engineering
5+ years in automotive closure systems, power access, or mechatronic systems (strongly preferred)
Proven track record leading new product development from concept through launch
Experience with integrated systems (motors, actuators, ECUs, software controls)
OEM program management experience with major automotive manufacturers
Power access systems: sliding doors, liftgates, endgates, decklids
Mechatronic integration (motors, sensors, ECUs, embedded software)
Vehicle architecture trends: EVs, autonomous vehicles, software-defined vehicles
APQP, DVP&R, and automotive quality standards (IATF 16949)
Strategic vision with ability to translate market trends into product opportunities
Financial acumen (margin analysis, business cases, pricing strategies, P&L ownership)
Strong technical aptitude to engage with engineering teams on system design
Executive presence and ability to present to OEM customers and leadership
Cross-functional influence without direct authority

Nice To Haves

MBA or Master's degree in Engineering (preferred)

Responsibilities

Lead new product development roadmap for Power Access systems
Define and execute product strategy for powered-entry solutions across OEM segments
Monitor competitive landscape and position Strattec's Power Access as the industry leader
Develop and own pricing strategies; conduct portfolio performance reviews
Drive innovation pipeline for next-generation motion technologies
Own Power Access product roadmaps aligned with OEM platform timelines
Develop 5-year margin roadmaps and product family financial forecasts
Drive portfolio decisions: invest/grow, reposition, harvest, or exit strategies
Define strategy for Software (SaaP) and Hardware product platforms
Champion Invis-A-Rise™ and other patented technologies to expand market share
Partner with Engineering on integrated motor/hardware/software system development
Support Sales Directors in business development and pipeline management
Collaborate on quote processes, costing, and business case development for new business opportunities
Work with Operations on manufacturing footprint and capacity planning
Support program management through 4-phase development (Design, Develop, Validate, Launch)
Contribute to annual budgets and 5-year strategic plans
Support organic and inorganic (M&A) growth objectives
Drive quarterly product reviews and strategy progress reporting