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Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded, and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Rochester Hills office, this brand-new position will be responsible for owning the overall product line strategy for electric water pumps in data c

Deliver 'spec-in' and revenue growth for electric water pumps by creating a complete portfolio with clear and compelling value propositions that will drive adoption. Develop, own, and deliver on a market-driven product roadmap that will drive the adoption of electric water pump technology into the data market space - targeting Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs). Conduct Voice of Customer (VOC) interviews within the data center ecosystem to determine the future needs of the technology, industry, and our current and future customers. Continually analyze and interpret customer questions, requirements, or problems. Support and drive the New Product Development process for the product line to achieve desired results. Ensure that feature, quality, and cost objectives are reached along with timing commitments - acting as the overall project manag Drive new product commercialization through the development of marketing and commercialization materials - including product specs, and training materials - with the support of our Global Creative Studio. Create the necessary content for being specified by Coolant Distribution Unit manufacturers. Support the P&L for the product line, including driving cost-down initiatives, developing positioning/pricing strategies, and capitalizing on efficiencies of scale. Manage manufacturing footprint and capacity planning to align with regional and product opportunities. Support the preparation of effective quotations, bids, and related negotiation documentation for the sales of products produced by the company. Support the development of an inorganic pipeline to look for opportunities to accelerate Gates's adoption in this space. Develop appropriate relationships to support pipeline development. Interprets internal or external business issues and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by department objectives Communicates complex concepts; anticipates potential objections and influences others to adopt a different point of view

Keys to Success

High level of interpersonal and leadership skills; must be able to influence across multiple levels within the company and locations; including establishing global partnerships. Strategic mindset and strong business acumen. Ability to influence with and without authority. Global work experience and perspective. Ability to adapt quickly to change and drive change. Progression to this level is restricted on the basis of business requirements

Supervisory Responsibilities

None Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized area and general knowledge of related areas May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity Leads others to solve complex problems; uses analytical thinking, tools and judgement to identify innovative solutions

Requirements and Preferred Skills

Experience with data centers, Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs), and/or pump technologies preferred. Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technical or Business from an accredited institution required. Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a combination of product line management, marketing, outside field sales, business development, application engineering and/or product engineering Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis and graphical representation of large data sets. Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint skills to deliver high-quality executive-ready presentations. Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, including international travel. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excited to work in the office with great teammates. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. PAY & BENEFITS Full-Time Salary Range in Denver, CO and Rochester Hills, MI:$112,740 - $150,000 Bonus Eligiblie Relocation isprovided