We have an Excellent career opportunity for aManager of Technical Product Managementto join a leading Company inIrvine, CA. Salary: $90K to $150k - 10% is performance-based bonus. The Manager of Technical Product Management will be an integral part of the Product Management and Strategic Marketing Team, responsible for overseeing key product lines. This role focuses on leading a team dedicated to technical product management and project coordination, driving both the success of existing products and contributing to the technical requirements for new products and future features. The manager will collaborate closely with development and production (factory) teams to translate product requirements into tangible solutions. This position requires a hands-on engineering foundation, combined with strong experience in product management. The ideal candidate will lead the Technical Product Management team, which is responsible for delivering custom machines tailored to client specifications. Therefore, a solid engineering background is essential to understand complex components, along with a proven track record in product management to effectively guide projects from concept to completion. An engineering degree is required-Electrical Engineering is preferred, but Mechanical or related engineering degrees will also be considered. Job Responsibilities: + Lead the Technical Product Management organization by setting clear goals and expectations as a key part of managing performance to drive business outcomes. + Define strategic direction of Technical Product management, in alignment with Global Product development teams. + Ownership of the product development gate process in Americas for the three brands including milestones and deliverables. + Provide guidance and expertise for product teams, leading and coaching the Technical Product Management team. + Regularly review products with internal stakeholders to ensure the products meet expectations. + Work closely with Product success team to: 1) Ensure a smooth hand-off for bringing the product to market & customers. 2) Work with PS on product issues and quality topics coming back from the field. + Lead and coordinate customer specific projects. + Develop product strategies and roadmaps with a customer-first mindset. + Identify talent needs for projects as needed, assuring timelines are met. + Drive partnership and collaboration with other teams within Cardinal & Visa, including Software Development. Basic Hiring Criteria: + Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 10 or more years of work experience. Or an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) with a minimum of at least 8 years of work experience. + Involvement in product strategy from prototyping through to field testing and successful market launch, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of the product lifecycle. + Field testing experience, highlighting the ability to conduct and leverage field insights for product refinement and market readiness. + Within the Food and Beverage Equipment sector, particularly with coffee and hot dispensed beverages is a plus. + People management experience and working with regional and global teams. + Working with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and product marketing. Benefits offered vary by contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, and affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visithttp://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/orhttps://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/ The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance