Global Product Director, Engine Systems
3 weeks ago
Develop and drive a strategic roadmap for the North America engine systems and components for overhauls, updates and modernizations that will coordinate all critical business functions (research, development, engineering, production, sales) into a synergic learning organization that meets present and future customer requirements.
Req ID
10158BR
City
La Grange
State:
Illinois
Company Description
Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success
As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions – whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.
Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com.
Key Job Elements
• Develop and Drive Strategic projects and products to meet customer requirements;
• Manage the product lifecycle process and long term product strategies;
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with government and legal issues affecting the market across all global markets;
• Participate effectively in a high performing team capable of delivering high level commercial strategy in global markets to provide revenue and profitable growth;
• Assist the sales team in value selling technics allowing them to present commercial offerings that have a clear rate of return for both the customer and PR;
• Establish creative proposal concepts and specific incentives that apply to the various global accounts;
• Proactive collaboration with, Advanced Rail Technology, Aftermarket Services, and Account Managers s to align locomotive commercial strategy and future product development;
• Target Fuel Savings, Emissions Reductions, Durabity Improvements and Reliability improvement initiatives with a positive value proposition for our customer base;
• Lead collaborative Sales workshop sessions;
• Contribute to competitive analysis and identify gaps and opportunities in the Global Rail Market for engines/engine systems.
• Research and understand emerging customer behaviors and technologies that may impact Progress Rail Locomotive business;
• Provide higher level engagement for Railroad network operations, transportation, and IT to develop relations and drive customer value strategies that go beyond traditional touch points;
• Coordination of 5-year aftermarket and services sales forecast;
• Collect and manage competitive intelligence for North America.
Education / Training
• University degree, Business Administration, Engineering or Equivalent Education, training and experience.
Qualifications and Experience
Required
• 8+ years of rail experience;
• Project, Product, Manufacturing or Lean Management experience;
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills;
• Proven interpersonal, communication and presentation skills;
• Proven ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
Preferred Skills and Experience
• Strong knowledge of Progress Rail products and services;
• Strong industry experience in locomotive and locomotive technologies;
• Strong understanding of the competitive locomotive environment in which the customers operate, railroad value drivers, and industry issues;
• Financial Acumen, from both internal and customer perspectives.
Essential and Physical Activities Functions
• Strength – Position typically involves office managerial work as well as oversight in an industrial environment. Frequent standing, sitting, and walking. Occasional light to medium-level lifting (up to 30 pounds);
• Motion – Position regularly requires standard motions associated with an office environment as well as standard motions associated with leading and demonstrating in an industrial environment;
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Constant verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;
• Work Environment – Position will occasionally require the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Position may involve work in a non-temperature-controlled environment. Position is located in an industrial environment, including occasional exposure to noise (85+ decibels), occasional exposure to temperature changes, and other hazardous working conditions;
• Emotional Demands – Very high level of responsibility. Must be able to coordinate diverse aspects of a project. Requires significant interpersonal skills while sustaining very high standards;
• Safety – Position will occasionally require the use of Personal Protective Equipment.
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of a Project Manager.
Summary Pay Range:
$125,000.00 to $240,000.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail Services.
Benefits
Competitive Salary
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Plan
Education Assistance Program
Employee Recognition Programs
Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities
Job Category
Marketing, Sales and Service
PRS Facility Location
EMD HQ LaGrange, IL
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