What are the responsibilities and job description for the Portfolio Strategy and Growth Leader position at Det-Tronics (Detector Electronics, LLC)?
About Us
Det-Tronics is a $200M global technology leader in industrial life safety solutions, specializing in high-end flame and gas detection and automation control systems. As part of Spectrum Safety Solutions with 1,700 employees across 20 countries we serve mission-critical environments in oil & gas, clean energy, marine, and infrastructure. Backed by Sentinel Capital Partners, we’re driving innovation and growth across our portfolio.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Strategic Portfolio and Growth Leader to define, own, and drive the long-term growth trajectory of the Det-Tronics portfolio. This role is accountable for shaping portfolio strategy, identifying and executing growth opportunities, and enabling a high-performance, product management–centric operating model.
This leader will bring a strong external perspective, translating market insights, customer needs, and digital transformation trends into actionable portfolio strategies. The role requires a blend of strategic thinking and execution rigor, with clear ownership of growth initiatives—including partnerships and M&A—to expand capabilities and accelerate portfolio value creation.
Key Responsibilities
Portfolio Strategy & Growth Ownership
At Det-Tronics, we believe in taking care of our people. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Apply now and join us in making every life safe and sound.
Det-Tronics is a $200M global technology leader in industrial life safety solutions, specializing in high-end flame and gas detection and automation control systems. As part of Spectrum Safety Solutions with 1,700 employees across 20 countries we serve mission-critical environments in oil & gas, clean energy, marine, and infrastructure. Backed by Sentinel Capital Partners, we’re driving innovation and growth across our portfolio.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Strategic Portfolio and Growth Leader to define, own, and drive the long-term growth trajectory of the Det-Tronics portfolio. This role is accountable for shaping portfolio strategy, identifying and executing growth opportunities, and enabling a high-performance, product management–centric operating model.
This leader will bring a strong external perspective, translating market insights, customer needs, and digital transformation trends into actionable portfolio strategies. The role requires a blend of strategic thinking and execution rigor, with clear ownership of growth initiatives—including partnerships and M&A—to expand capabilities and accelerate portfolio value creation.
Key Responsibilities
Portfolio Strategy & Growth Ownership
- Lead the development and execution of portfolio-driven growth strategies, including new market entry, adjacent expansion, and solution-based offerings
- Collaborate with the Sales team to plan and execute growth strategies.
- Translate market trends, customer insights, and competitive intelligence into clear portfolio actions and investment priorities
- Establish clear value propositions, positioning, and segmentation strategies to drive differentiated growth
- Prioritize between multiple opportunities and develop a long-term roadmap that balances growth and investments
- Identify, evaluate, and lead strategic partnerships to expand technology capabilities, market access, and solution offerings
- Own the M&A pipeline for the portfolio, including identification, strategic rationale development, and collaboration with leadership on execution
- Assess potential partners and acquisition targets based on strategic fit, growth potential, and portfolio synergies
- Partner with Product Managers on Voice of Customer efforts to identify unmet needs and translate them into clear product requirements, business cases, and innovation opportunities
- Continuously monitor industry dynamics, emerging technologies, and competitive positioning to inform strategic decisions and portfolio direction
- Provide strategic oversight across the 4Ps (Product, Price, Promotion, Place) to ensure alignment with portfolio strategy
- Support product launches, pricing strategy, and sales enablement to maximize market adoption and revenue impact
- Support and monitor the execution of the growth initiatives
- Own the executive reporting on the growth initiatives performance including escalating to remove any roadblocks
- Develop and own the price, volume, mix matrix for key product lines
- Monitor and root cause major pricing discrepancies and work with Sales to develop mitigation strategies
- Work with Sales operations to analyze key project loses and associated competitor price points and develop strategies to counter competitive moves for future bids
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 5–10 years of experience in product management, portfolio strategy, or growth strategy roles
- Demonstrated success in driving growth initiatives, partnerships, or M&A-related activities
- Ability to travel >25%
- Master’s Degree
- Strong background in portfolio strategy, corporate strategy, or consulting
- Experience in industrial safety, automation, control systems, or fire and gas detection solutions
- Strong business acumen, including financial modeling, investment analysis, and business case development
- Proven ability to influence senior leadership and drive alignment across functions
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of turning strategy into execution and results
- Work with a globally respected brand in life safety
- Influence strategic decisions at the executive level
- Drive innovation and transformation in a high-growth environment
- Enjoy development opportunities within a dynamic, private equity-backed company
At Det-Tronics, we believe in taking care of our people. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with company contributions
- Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match, life and disability insurance
- Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO), holidays, and flexible scheduling options
- Professional Growth: Career development programs, training opportunities, and tuition reimbursement
- Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness resources, and global mobility support
- Ownership Culture: Participation in our Ownership Program, empowering employees to share in our success
Apply now and join us in making every life safe and sound.
Salary : $160,000 - $175,000