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About The Position

Requirements

• 7–10+ years of hardware product management experience, with a heavy emphasis on commercial strategy, go-to-market execution, and partner management.
• A Bachelor's degree in engineering, software, systems & controls, or a closely related technical field.
• Able to engage confidently in technical discussions with engineers, customers, and partners while translating complex concepts into clear business value, market positioning, and commercial strategy.
• Proven track record of sourcing and managing contract manufacturers (CMs), Joint Design Manufacturers (JDMs), or white-label partners, ideally with experience in Asian supply chains.
• Deep understanding of P&L management, margin optimization, and financial modeling (NPV, ROI) for power conversion products and systems.
• Prior experience in power electronics, IoT platforms, inverters, hybrid systems design, solar hardware, or industrial components is highly preferred.
• Brings a positive, proactive attitude and a bias for action.
• Thrives in evolving environments, embraces challenges, builds alignment across teams, and focuses on solutions rather than obstacles.
• Known for building strong cross-functional relationships, fostering alignment, and influencing without ego.
• Demonstrated success working across engineering, sales, marketing, operations, and executive leadership teams.

Nice To Haves

• An MBA is preferred, but not a requisite.

Responsibilities

• Drive the successful commercial launch of our integrated industrial power product lines.
• Develop and refine pricing strategy and positioning across both wholesale distribution and E-commerce channels.
• Define clear commercial metrics for success and ensure rapid time-to-revenue.
• Own the roadmap and profitability of our established components business.
• Guide and prioritize new R&D investments to maintain competitiveness.
• Identify outsource and white label opportunities to fill gaps.
• Implement pricing and margin restructuring strategies to defend against aggressive market competitors while protecting our bottom line.
• Act as the primary commercial leader responsible for identifying, vetting, and managing external partners.
• Assess and execute strategic outsourcing initiatives.
• Translate complex technical requirements into commercial Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and vendor contracts.
• Able to travel as needed to meet with existing or potential partners and suppliers.
• Operate as a hands-on, Individual Contributor.
• Define the operational cadence for the department function.
• Scope, hire, and mentor to scale the team's execution capabilities.
• Serve as the connective link between Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Executive Leadership.
• Build alignment around product strategy, priorities, launch plans, and customer needs.
• Ensure customer, market, and commercial insights are incorporated into product decisions.
• Foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and shared accountability across teams.
• Lead product reviews and planning processes that create clarity and organizational alignment.

Benefits

• medical, dental & vision options with Cigna
• company provided & voluntary life insurance and disability options
• generous paid leave
• paid parental leave
• 401k retirement savings with company match
• tuition reimbursement
• employee stock purchase plan
• a flexible / hybrid work schedule