Product Line Manager | Manufacturing Operations - JN-102026-7131948

Direct influence over profitability, operational performance and growth strategy
Build Structure and Drive Change

About Our Client

Our client is a growing industrial products organization that supports customers across construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, utilities, and related markets. The business combines technical expertise, manufacturing capabilities, and customer-focused service to deliver customized solutions for complex applications.With continued investment in its branch operations and commercial organization, the company is looking for a leader who can bring structure, process improvement, and operational discipline to an important and growing area of the business. This position offers significant visibility, ownership, and the opportunity to make a measurable impact on both day-to-day operations and long-term growth initiatives.

Job Description

The Role / Key ResponsibilitiesReporting directly to the Branch Manager, the Product Line Manager will be responsible for the operational, commercial, and financial performance of a designated product category. This individual will serve as the link between customers, sales, production, purchasing, logistics, and suppliers to ensure orders are executed efficiently while maximizing profitability and customer satisfaction.Key responsibilities include:Product Line Leadership

Own the performance of a designated product line, including revenue growth, margin improvement, operational execution, and customer satisfaction.
Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency, profitability, and market penetration.
Identify operational challenges, process gaps, and business opportunities that impact financial performance.
Evaluate business trends and customer demand to support forecasting and strategic planning.

Operations & Manufacturing Coordination

Work closely with production, purchasing, and logistics teams to ensure customer demand can be fulfilled effectively.
Coordinate inventory, materials, scheduling, and capacity planning to support business objectives.
Monitor lead times, supplier performance, and production constraints, proactively developing solutions when issues arise.
Partner with leadership to improve workflow, resource allocation, and operational performance.

Team Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately 3-4 employees.
Establish clear performance expectations, accountability measures, and operational KPIs.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and customer focus.
Support recruiting, onboarding, training, and employee development initiatives as needed.

Commercial & Financial Management

Partner with Sales to evaluate opportunities and ensure operational readiness before commitments are made to customers.
Analyze profitability, pricing, operational costs, and product performance to identify areas for improvement.
Support sourcing decisions, supplier relationships, and product strategy initiatives.
Act as a key resource in balancing customer needs with production capabilities and business objectives.

Continuous Improvement

Drive process improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, service levels, and profitability.
Utilize data and performance metrics to identify opportunities for operational enhancements.
Implement best practices that improve communication, planning, and execution across departments.
Help strengthen the overall structure and scalability of the business as it continues to grow.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, industrial distribution, supply chain, production planning, product management, or a related environment.
Demonstrated experience improving operational performance and driving business results through KPIs and process improvements.
Experience coordinating inventory, purchasing, production schedules, and customer demand.
Strong leadership skills with experience leading, mentoring, or developing teams.
Commercial mindset with the ability to evaluate both operational and financial impacts of business decisions.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and operational reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience within industrial manufacturing, lifting and rigging products, construction-related products, engineered solutions, or industrial distribution.
Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, or similar operational excellence methodologies.
Experience managing supplier relationships and inventory planning.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related discipline.

What's on Offer

Opportunity to take ownership of a highly visible product category with direct influence over operational and financial performance.
Leadership responsibility with the ability to manage and develop a growing team.
Exposure to branch leadership and strategic decision-making.
A role that combines operations, manufacturing coordination, commercial strategy, and team leadership.
The chance to drive meaningful process improvements and help shape the future direction of the business.
Career progression opportunities within a growing organization that values operational leadership and internal development.
Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus opportunity.

Interested? Apply today

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Molly Hughes

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