Strategic Portfolio and Innovation Manager

Strategic Portfolio and Innovation Manager

Location: Bloomington, MN (On-site)
Travel: >25%
Company: Det-Tronics, a Spectrum Safety Solutions brand

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 1,500 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’re seeking a Strategic Portfolio and Innovation Manager to lead our product portfolio strategy and lifecycle management (PLM). This high-impact role will shape the future of Det-Tronics by driving strategic planning, market insights, digital transformation, and organizational excellence. You’ll work closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to build a best-in-class product management system.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate the strategic product portfolio and business plan
• Lead market research, competitive analysis, and trend monitoring
• Collaborate with product management, engineering, regional teams, and leadership to execute multi-year strategies
• Define product value propositions, roadmaps, and drive fast decision-making
• Manage PLM across the lifecycle (phase-in to phase-out, SKU and backlog prioritization)
• Champion organizational development and cultural transformation toward portfolio-centric excellence
• Oversee the 4 Ps: Product, Price, Promotion, Place—including launches, pricing rules, and marketing programs
• Lead Voice of Customer initiatives to capture user needs and translate them into product requirements
• Evaluate M&A opportunities and strategic partnerships

What You Bring

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5–10 years in product portfolio or product management
• Willingness to travel >25%

Preferred:

• Strategy/consulting or large company experience
• Industry knowledge in Safety Solutions, Industrial Automation, or Fire & Gas Detection
• Strong business acumen and financial analysis skills
• Experience with digital transformation and customer insight programs
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across all organizational levels

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.