Product Lifecycle Manager

Who we are

TK Elevator (TKE) is a world-leading innovator in vertical transportation and urban mobility. From engineering and installation to maintenance and digital transformation, we support all mobility systems, elevators, escalators, walkways, stairlifts and boarding bridges on any platform, at any time. With digital platforms like AGILE and the IoT platform MAX, we enable smarter, safer urban movement.With more that 50,000 employees, and 1,000+ global support centers, we are moved by what moves people.

TKE – Move Beyond.

TK Elevator is currently seeking an experienced Product Lifecycle Manager in Atlanta, GA.

The Component Product Manager plays a pivotal role in bridging product design and the broader product platform strategy. Working closely with platform product managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams, you will develop technical roadmaps and plans that support product platform strategy and business objectives. In addition to shaping the strategy for new product development, you will lead initiatives related to product support, improvement, and cost optimization for your assigned component(s).

The primary focus of this role will be leading the North American Signalization portfolio for the New Installation, Modernization, Service, & Repair lines of business.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Own Component Roadmaps: Develop and communicate plans for current, future, and legacy components, addressing relevant needs and opportunities for all lines of business (New Installation, Service, Repair, Modernization).
• Support Platform Product Managers: Assist in the development of system-level specifications and ensure your component roadmaps and specifications will meet product platform strategy.
• Cross-functional Leadership and Collaboration: Collaborate with management in Operations, R&D, Sales, Supply Chain/ Manufacturing, Field Engineering to understand and gain alignment on (often-competing) business needs and priorities.
• Product Lifecycle Management: Develop End-of-Life strategies for legacy components, ensuring business and supply chain needs are addressed across all lines of business (New Installation, Service, Repair, Modernization).
• Service Growth: Develop and propose component strategies to improve and grow service and repair lines of business.
• Competitive Analysis: Research competitor offerings, analyze market trends, and identify opportunities for differentiation and innovation.
• Technology Trends: Stay informed on emerging technologies, market shifts, and industry trends, applying insights to enhance your component strategies.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field
• 5-7 years of experience in engineering, technical product management, or related fields.
• 3+ years in elevator industry
• Solid understanding of elevator technology (expertise in signalization or electrical components preferred)
• Strong communication skills; able to organize and communicate technical concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications and product strategies.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to organize and use data to drive decisions.
• Ability to lead teams and problem solve in new and ambiguous situations.
• Team-player with excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Strong self-motivation and independence, able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to identify market opportunities and convert them into profitable product and service offerings.
• Ability to balance innovation with safety, compliance, reliability and operational practicality.
• Ability to lead a portfolio of complex components or sub-systems across multiple market segments and lifecycle stages.

What makes us special

At TK Elevator, we offer more than just a role, we offer a place to grow, thrive, and make an impact.

Provided they meet all eligibility requirement under the applicable plan documents, employees will be offered

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Supplemental medical plans
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D
• Optional life and AD&D coverage
• Optional spouse and dependent life insurance
• Identity theft monitoring
• Pet insurance
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: Employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre-tax or Roth basis. The company provides a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% contributed.

Additional benefits include:

• 15 days of vacation per year
• 11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating)
• Paid sick leave, per company policy
• Up to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full-time employment)

Eligibility requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies.

TK Elevator is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veteran status or any other protected status required by applicable law.

Important note:

TK Elevator is committed to a prejudice-free and diverse working environment with equal opportunities. We welcome applications from everyone we continously work towards an inclusive and barrier-free reality. Please do reach out to us and we will work on individual solutions tailored to you.

TKE – Move Beyond