Director/Sr. Director of Product Management

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Director/Sr. Director of Product Management

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Rochester Hills, Michigan

Company

Molex

Career Field

Marketing

Job Number

188577

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Director/Sr. Director of Product Management

In-Vehicle Networking Segment

Your Job

The Molex In‑Vehicle Networking Segment develops next‑generation physical and network connectivity solutions used by OEMs and Tier‑1s to enable ADAS, infotainment, telematics, body-domain controllers, and high‑bandwidth vehicle architectures. We deliver connector systems, twisted‑pair and shielded cabling solutions, harness‑level assemblies, and networking interfaces that meet automotive signal integrity, EMC, and production cost requirements.

We are seeking a senior product leader who combines strategic vision with a highly collaborative working style. In this role, you will serve as an active partner to engineering, sales, and OEM teams, contributing meaningfully to product strategy while maintaining close engagement with execution. The ideal candidate leads through influence, technical credibility, and a genuine commitment to the success of the team around them.

This role reports to the General Manager of Molex's In-Vehicle Networking Segment. Base compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience; total compensation includes variable bonus incentives. Title and level will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, scope of leadership, and demonstrated impact in product strategy and execution. Candidates may be considered at the Director or Sr. Director level depending on experience leading scaled product organizations and enterprise-level strategy.

This role is based in Rochester Hills, Michigan, with 10-15% global travel.

Why This Role Matters

• Own the product portfolio that makes connected, safe, and autonomous-capable vehicles possible at one of the world's leading automotive connectivity companies.
• Work at the intersection of hardware, system architecture, OEM programs, and supplier ecosystems to accelerate time‑to‑market for next‑generation vehicle networks.
• High visibility with opportunities to influence company strategy, engage directly with global OEMs, and scale new product platforms.
• This role offers an opportunity to expand leadership scope, from leading product initiatives to shaping broader portfolio strategy, based on individual capability and impact
• You will play a critical role in defining and launching the next generation of high‑bandwidth in‑vehicle networking platforms aligned to OEM and industry roadmaps.
• You'll lead a global product team who want a collaborative partner, someone who rolls up their sleeves and helps solve hard problems alongside them.

What You Will Do

Product Strategy & Roadmap

• Define and own the long‑term product strategy and portfolio roadmap for in‑vehicle networking products aligned to market trends (Ethernet/BroadR‑Reach, automotive PHYs, high‑speed interconnects) and customer needs.
• Prioritize investments and tradeoffs across product performance, cost, manufacturability, and compliance.

Customer & OEM Engagement

• Be a genuine partner to key OEMs, Tier 1s, and strategic suppliers to key OEMs, Tier‑1s, and strategic suppliers; translate OEM architectures and requirements into winning product solutions and program plans.
• Lead negotiation of technical approaches, timelines, and product specifications to secure program wins.

Product Lifecycle & Program Execution

• Stay actively engaged across the full product lifecycle from shaping requirements and challenging assumptions early, through development, validation, launch, and ramp. Support and collaborate with Project Management during project execution phases.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, signal integrity, mechanical, test & validation, manufacturing, and quality to meet program milestones and volume ramp targets.

Cross‑Functional Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of product managers, business development managers, and technical product owners.
• Drive alignment across Sales, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Regulatory to deliver commercial and technical success.
• Build, develop, and scale a high‑performing product organization capable of supporting global OEM platforms and long‑term portfolio growth.

Market/Competitive Intelligence & P&L

• Maintain deep market and competitor knowledge; identify new market opportunities and product gaps.
• Define pricing strategies, margin objectives, and measurable success metrics for the product portfolio.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• 5+ years of supervisor experience in product management, program management, or sales role.
• Experience in hardware or systems for automotive, networking, or related industries.
• Demonstrated product leadership managing complex, cross functional development programs and high volume product launches.
• Experience working directly with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers or similarly complex customer ecosystems; proven ability to translate OEM requirements into product specifications and program plans.
• Experience with automotive standards and processes (IATF 16949, OEM specific processes, general design and development guidelines).
• Demonstrated commercial or business ownership mindset for product lines, including involvement in pricing, margin, or investment decisions.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills across global, matrixed organizations.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally for customer and supplier engagements up to 10 to 15% of time.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Strong technical foundation (BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or equivalent); demonstrated ability to engage on signal integrity, PHY technologies, connector/cable design tradeoffs.
• Deep knowledge of in-vehicle networking technologies (automotive Ethernet, BroadR Reach, CAN/CAN FD, MOST, diagnostics/telematics) and familiarity with PHY/interface constraints.
• Background in connector systems, cable harnesses, or manufacturing/process engineering for automotive applications.
• Experience launching products for ADAS, domain controllers, or high‑bandwidth vehicle architectures.
• Prior experience working in Asia (supplier base/OEM hubs) or multi‑regional product management.
• Familiarity with cost modeling, DFM/DFMEA, and supplier qualification processes.
• Experience with P&L ownership or full commercial accountability for product portfolios.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate''s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).

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