Product Line Leader Job in Atlanta, Georgia US

Product Line Leader

Job Description Job Number: 1498780 Business GE Energy Business Segment: Energy - Energy Management About Us: GE is planning for tomorrow. Where will you be? For more than 125 years, GE has been respected for its performance and innovative spirit. GE people worldwide are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into leading products and services that help solve some of the world's toughest problems. Posted Position Title: Product Line Leader - Smart Grid Solutions Asset Control Career Level: Experienced Function Product Management Function Segment: Product Management Location: United States U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces: Georgia City: Atlanta Postal Code: 30339-8402 Relocation Assistance Yes Role Summary/Purpose: The Product Line Leader demonstrates accountability for functional, business, and product line objectives. In this role the individual will serve as the overall leader of products and services designed to meet the specific business objectives, manage complex issues within area of expertise, be involved in long-term planning, manage the specific product line strategy and contribute to the overall business strategy for the group. Essential Responsibilities The individual will lead all aspects related to the management and expansion of the products and services associated with the specific product line. The general manager will serve as a member of the business senior leadership team and participate in the development and execution of the overall business strategy and execution to meet the stated objectives of the group. In this role of Product Line Leader, you will: - Be responsible for all aspects of product development and delivery to the marketplace, with focus around product growth through product improvements and market expansion - Be responsible for product improvement, revenue growth, strategic sales, and operational delivery of product strategy - Monitor product financials, setting direction and improvement plans for delivery of product pricing and CM as defined by the business plan - Have New Product Introduction (NPI) Definition Oversight - Understand the product marketplace; know the competition and the product strengths and weaknesses to define the multi- generational product plan (MGPP) - Define the market pricing models necessary to ensure product competitiveness and maximize product profitability - Lead Customer User Groups to help define client funded product evolution - Build the business cases with marketing: Generate cost estimates development strategies to support MGPP New Product Introduction (NPI) - Manage and implement the NPI tollgate process ensuring all cross-functional support is being followed - Develop and deliver NPI functional specifications to the engineering development team - Work with the IS Training to create training materials and training plans for the product - Track ongoing needs for Product improvement for consideration in the S2 NPI budget to ensure competitiveness, market leadership and continued product longevity - Work with Sales to establish regional strategies for the client base - With Marketing, create value proposition tools with supporting case studies, as appropriate - Work with Marketing to develop product macros to enhance the product sale-ability - Support marketing as required in the development of marketing plans strategies including symposium / board involvement - Directly support sales on key accounts and large orders - Be responsible for customer interaction and support as defined and required by the business Qualifications/Requirements: - Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college - Minimum of 5 years of experience in Product Management, Operations, or Sales Additional Eligibility Qualifications GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Desired Characteristics - Demonstrated successful experience in a leadership role across multiple functions and organizations - Knowledgeable of product planning, product development and product management processes - Demonstrated successful experience leading global teams - High energy, results driven person with strong interpersonal skills - Strong oral and written communication skills, including executive level presentation skills - Demonstrated success and experience in applying business management principles and actions to all functions within the business management groups - Masters degree in Engineering, Business or Science - Knowledge of Marketing tools and techniques - Ability to lead by influence - Current knowledge of the energy and asset mgmt. industry - Strong oral and written communication skills - Strong interpersonal and leadership skills - Strong understanding of business objectives and execution of specific tasks required to meet the objectives - Effective team building and problem solving abilities - Able to interface effectively with all levels of the organization and external customers - Additional leadership experience in areas of operations and/or quality is preferred - Experience working with remote locations is preferred - Experience in energy software development environment would be a distinct advantage Why join one great company when you can join many? We are more than 280,000 people with jobs that range from biochemist to finance specialist to wind energy engineer. Were passionate about making life better with new ideas and technologies. Were diverse, supporting our communities in more than 140 countries. Experience personal growth and competency development as part of the GE team. GE Energy is one of the world's leading suppliers of power generation and energy delivery technologies in all areas of the energy industry including coal, oil, natural gas and nuclear energy as well as with renewable resources such as water, wind, solar and alternative fuels. www.ge-energy.com PLEASE NOTE: Atlanta, GA is the preferred location, however Melbourne, FL; Atlanta, GA; and Dallas, TX may be considered. To stay connected with exciting news and the latest job opportunities from Aviation, Energy and Transportation, follow us on twitter: @geconnections