Product Manager

Hexcel•Salt Lake, UT

About The Position

Hexcel is seeking a Product Manager to support assigned product lines through forecasting, product and market strategy, financial analysis, qualification, program management, and product development. The role works across Commercial, Demand Management, sales, R&T, customer service, manufacturing, operations, and other functions to meet customer and business commitments. The Product Manager develops product roadmaps and go-to-market plans aligned with market trends and customer needs; defines requirements for new product introductions; and guides products through development, industrialization, and launch. The role also supports site sales and marketing activities, customer visits, and recurring cross-functional meetings. The position may require occasional travel within the United States, up to 20%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering.
At least four years of experience in cross-functional assignments in areas such as engineering, production, quality, finance, purchasing, program management, pricing, contracts, business management, marketing, account management, or sales.
Proven business acumen, including experience with pricing and proposal development, interpreting financial models, analytical work, preparing product strategies, developing project plans, and leading cross-functional program or product teams.
Leadership and influence skills to organize and direct the work of others in a matrix team environment without formal reporting relationships.
Strong communication and relational skills to work effectively across all areas of the business.
Ability to understand business needs, think strategically, and incorporate multiple perspectives and complex considerations into clear, well-communicated decisions.
Ability to travel occasionally within the United States, up to 20%.
Current computer literacy, including full proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
Must meet the stated U.S. person eligibility criteria: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, qualifying temporary resident, refugee, or person granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the commercial aerospace industry or composites manufacturing.
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering.

Responsibilities

Partner with Commercial and Demand Management teams to support short- and long-term forecasting for assigned product lines.
Develop and execute product and market positioning strategies, incorporating pricing, product development, manufacturing capabilities, long-term agreements (LTAs), the competitive landscape, and promotions.
Maintain an understanding of site profit and loss (P&L) and balance sheet, and recommend and influence cross-functional actions to achieve goals and stretch targets.
Serve as the site authority on product costing, profitability, and customer and market acceptance for assigned products or markets.
Lead cross-functional pre-qualification and qualification efforts, coordinating sales, customer interactions, R&T, customer service, and operations to meet commitments.
Manage key programs to maximize customer responsiveness by aligning manufacturing, technical, and sales activities and resolving issues.
Support site sales and marketing activities, including customer visits and recurring weekly and monthly cross-functional meetings.
Develop and maintain product roadmaps aligned with market trends and customer needs.
Define requirements for new product introductions and guide products through R&T development, industrialization, launch, and go-to-market execution.
Establish product costing and investment models, validate assumptions, support pricing and sales communications, and contribute business acumen to strategic decision-making.