Product Manager – Food & Thermal Systems
Lexington, NC (On-site) Global Scope Up to 40% Travel
Salary : 115-130k, depending on experience.
A global leader in industrial Food & Thermal processing equipment is seeking an experienced Product Manager to drive strategy, innovation, and growth across international markets.
This role shapes the future of a high-visibility product segment — connecting engineering, commercial teams, and global leadership to bring market-winning solutions to life. You'll report to the Global VP of Engineering with strong alignment to the Global Segment VP
What You'll Own
Strategic & Market Leadership
- Define market strategy, size opportunities, and forecast commercial outcomes
- Track macro trends (regulatory, geopolitical, technology) and align organizational action
- Analyze competitors, market share, and segment positioning across regions
Product Lifecycle & Innovation
Build a high-impact product pipeline balancing quick wins with long-term playsManage the global portfolio to ensure relevance, profitability, and customer valueLead New Product Development from concept through launch (stage-gate NPD)Develop MRDs / PRDs, business cases, and trademark strategiesCross-Functional Program Ownership
Lead global project teams and manage timelines to achieve revenue and margin targetsCoordinate with engineering, operations, sales, and segment leadershipDrive performance via data : margins, VOC, NPS, quality, market intelligenceCustomer & Market Influence
Act as the internal and external expert for the Food & Thermal product segmentBuild relationships with key customers and represent the company at trade showsWhat You Bring
10+ years in Product Management within machinery, capital equipment, or related industrial marketsDeep experience in Food & Thermal systems and global product lifecycle ownershipProven success leading stage-gate NPD processes and launching profitable productsStrong communication, influence, and cross-cultural collaboration skillsInnovation mindset + comfort with ambiguityBA / BS in Engineering, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred)PMP certification is a bonus