Restek is looking for a bold, experienced product leader to own our Liquid Chromatography and Sample Preparation portfolios from long-term vision to day-to-day commercial performance. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives at the intersection of deep technical expertise and business strategy.
You'll lead a team of Product Management professionals, drive new product incubation, and act as the connective tissue between R&D, Sales, Marketing, and customers worldwide. If you're energized by building portfolios that matter and want to do it at a company where every employee is an owner read on.
What You'll Own
LC & Sample Preparation Portfolio
- Define the LC/SP vision, long-term strategy, and product roadmap β managing the full lifecycle from inception to obsolescence.
- Drive cross-functional alignment with Sales, Marketing, R&D, Applications, Customer Service, and Operations.
- Lead global pricing strategy, maintain up-to-date price lists, and take all necessary action to maximize profitability.
- Own regular internal reporting on product line health, presenting actionable insights to leadership.
- Manage Restek's representation at domestic and international conferences and exhibitions.
- Develop and manage strategic goals, planning, and operating budgets for your assigned area.
New Product Development & Incubation
- Own the go-to-market strategy for new products, driving execution through the full product development process.
- Identify unmet customer needs; develop market requirements with clear financial justification including ROI and margin contribution.
- Communicate directly with customers to build intimate understanding of decision-maker business issues.
- Partner with Product Marketing to develop resonating value propositions and positioning for new products.
- Plan, prepare, and present product launch strategies and plans.
People Leadership
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Product Management professionals with clear expectations and regular feedback.
- Foster a trusting, inclusive, and high-performance team environment.
- Support growth and capability building; hold team members accountable and remove barriers to their best work.
What You Bring
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in a science or business-related field required; Master's in science or MBA preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in product management, sales, marketing, or a combination thereof.
- 10+ years of global experience in the chromatography consumables market, with demonstrated direct ownership of LC and sample preparation portfolios.
- Proven track record of managing LC and Sample Preparation product lines end-to-end, including successful product introductions.
- Deep understanding of one or more key markets: Pharmaceutical, Environmental, Food, or Clinical/ClinTox.
- Track record of leading cross-functional teams and managing people or a department.
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to blend business and technical acumen β and translate a bold vision into reality.
- Strong customer orientation; ability to think like a customer and champion their needs internally.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with proven ability to build consensus across diverse, global stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, strategic planning, and business development skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations.
- Creative, innovative, and culturally sensitive approach to problem solving.
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 4β8 weeks per year.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database tools).
This position will require the successful completion of a standard background check in accordance with Restek policy. Employment with Restek will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
Ready to Make an Impact?
At Restek, great science starts with great people. Weβre proud to foster an inclusive, innovative environment where talented professionals do their best work.
We prioritize work-life balance and well-being with offerings like generous PTO, unlimited sick time, onsite fitness center and wellness program with incentives, childcare reimbursement, and adoption assistance, giving you the tools to Own Your Well-Being. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and robust 8% retirement contributions, you can Own Your Financial Future while sharing in the success you help create. Our commitment to development ensures you can Own Your Growth through learning opportunities, career advancement programs, and a collaborative culture that values innovation and teamwork.
Our core values (We Care, Better Every Day, Respect for All, and Win Together) are at the heart of everything we do. We care deeply about our employee-owners, our customers, and the communities we serve around the world. We strive to be better every day by fostering personal and professional growth while delivering solutions that drive positive global change. We value respect for all, creating a workplace where every voice matters and diverse perspectives drive innovation. And we believe we win together, celebrating shared success as a 100% employee-owned company.
This position will require the successful completion of a standard background check in accordance with Restek policy. Employment with Restek will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
We are an equal opportunity employer, considering applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Restek provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable laws.