What are the responsibilities and job description for the Portfolio Strategy and Growth Leader position at 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
- 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
Partnerships & M&A Leadership
- 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
Voice of Customer & Market Intelligence
- 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
Commercial Enablement & Portfolio Performance
- 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
Portfolio Pricing and Pricing Realization
- 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
Basic Qualifications
- 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%
Preferred Qualifications
- 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
Why Join Us?
- 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
Benefits:
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
Ready to shape the future of industrial safety?
Apply now and join us in making every life safe and sound.
Salary : $160,000 - $175,000