{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"032aba600ff8d0bc876e4bbe","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/032aba600ff8d0bc876e4bbe","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/032aba600ff8d0bc876e4bbe","title":"Lead, Product Operations","description":"Job Overview\r\nThe Portfolio Operations Leader drives superior global product performance through advanced P&L management, prioritization and execution of new product implementation into our factories, recommending and implementing FPP (80/20) behavior for the business unit, and serves as a liaison between General Management and our various internal stakeholders (Operations, Finance, etc.). Despite being an individual contributor role, it requires proactive collaboration and persuasive influence across teams. The scope of this role includes the AMO, Asset Management, and Service Portfolio's under the P&L owned by the GM.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nStrategic leadership\r\n\r\n\r\nPartner with the GM and global product leadership to translate business strategy into product planning, priorities, and measurable outcomes.\r\n\r\n\r\nDefine and evolve product ops strategy, governance, and operating model to support growth, M&A, or major transformation initiatives.\r\n\r\n\r\nOwn global product decision-rights, prioritization frameworks, and roadmap governance across product lines. This ensures the alignment and cross functional partnership between Product, Engineering, and Commercialization through this role's influence and drive.\r\n\r\n\r\nFinancial Management\r\n\r\n\r\nResponsible for putting together regular financial and operations reviews for weekly management discussions to ensure teams are staying on track while partnering with the finance leader.\r\n\r\n\r\nMaintains the pulse on trends and benchmarks essential in hitting top and bottom-line performance for the P&L.\r\n\r\n\r\nExecution & program management\r\n\r\n\r\nLead end-to-end planning and execution of major cross-functional initiatives and strategic product programs to ensure timely, on-scope delivery.\r\n\r\n\r\nRun program governance (milestones, risks, dependencies, mitigations) and escalate issues to the GM with clear options and recommendations.\r\n\r\n\r\nCoordinate quarterly/annual planning, release planning, and major launch programs.\r\n\r\n\r\nEnablement, processes & standards\r\n\r\n\r\nStandardize and scale discovery, prioritization, scoping, and launch processes, including templates, playbooks, and playbooks for release readiness.\r\n\r\n\r\nDrive Product Management onboarding, enablement, and continuous coaching to raise product management capability and consistency.\r\n\r\n\r\nEstablish and enforce quality and release gates to reduce regressions and rework.\r\n\r\n\r\nDrive FPP Simplification\r\n\r\n\r\nSimplify and prioritize programs aligned to P&L investment expectations across the solution stack and within all regions.\r\n\r\n\r\nEnable rapid decision-making and power teams to propose solutions and escalate risks.\r\n\r\n\r\nData, metrics & insights\r\n\r\n\r\nDefine, maintain, and report the product KPI framework and dashboards to be used by the GM and senior leadership to make investment and go/no-go decisions.\r\n\r\n\r\nPartner with analytics/engineering to ensure reliable measurement, A/B testing pipelines, and post-launch outcome analysis.\r\n\r\n\r\nDrive data-informed retrospective and re-prioritization processes.\r\n\r\n\r\nCross-functional alignment & Go to Market (GTM)\r\n\r\n\r\nAct as the operational liaison between product, engineering, design, revenue, marketing, customer success, and support to ensure GTM readiness and smooth launches.\r\n\r\n\r\nCoordinate sales enablement, documentation, pricing, and customer communications for major releases in partnership with the commercialization leader.\r\n\r\n\r\nManage executive updates, product and portfolio reviews, and stakeholder communications on behalf of the GM when required.\r\n\r\n\r\nRisk, compliance & quality\r\n\r\n\r\nEnsure release readiness includes security, regulatory, and operational controls appropriate to the business.\r\n\r\n\r\nDefine incident and problem-management processes; lead root-cause and remediation work for significant product incidents.\r\n\r\n\r\nContinuous improvement & culture\r\n\r\n\r\nDeploy Vontier Business System (VBS) tools to enhance portfolio strategy execution.\r\n\r\n\r\nLead process improvements to reduce cycle time, increase predictability, and elevate product quality.\r\n\r\n\r\nEmbed a customer-centric, outcome-driven mindset across product and cross-functional partners.\r\n\r\n\r\nRequired Skills / Qualifications / Certifications / Tech Stack\r\nEssential\r\n\r\n\r\n7+ years of proven experience in portfolio management and product operations, leading complex product portfolios at scale.\r\n\r\n\r\nDemonstrated understanding of Product Improvement, Lifecycle management, Daily Management and Process Improvement frameworks for integrated solutions.\r\n\r\n\r\nAbility to manage complex investment decisions and resource trade-offs.\r\n\r\n\r\nExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a strong ability to present complex information to senior executives.\r\n\r\n\r\nProduct experience with cloud applications, \"as a service\" business models, and aftermarket services.\r\n\r\n\r\nAbility to travel 25% internationally.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe base compensation range for this position is $110,000 to $140,000 per annum. Your actual base salary will be determined based upon numerous factors which may include relevant experience, skills, location (labor market data), credentials (education, certifications), and internal equity.\r\n#LI-LP1 #LI-Remote #findyourpath #fuelyourpassion\r\n#LI-L#LI-Remote #LI-Hybrid #LI-Onsite #findyourpath #fuelyourpassion\r\nVontier partners with you and your family on your health and wellness journey. Visit VontierBenefits.com to view our benefits. We offer a premium suite of health and wellness programs for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. With programs for family planning from Maven Clinic to managing diabetes like Livongo, coverage for women's health, support for adult and elder care, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, and more. Vontier is here for all stages of life. We also offer paid time off up to 15 days each year, 13 paid holidays (including 3 floating holidays), and paid sick leave.*\r\nDisclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Sick leave amount may vary based on state or local laws applicable to the applicant's geographic location. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.\r\nWHO IS GILBARCO VEEDER-ROOT\r\nGilbarco Veeder-Root, a Vontier company, is the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations, offering the broadest range of integrated solutions from the forecourt to the convenience store and head office. For over 150 years, Gilbarco has earned the trust of its customers by providing long-term partnership, uncompromising support, and proven reliability. Major product lines include fuel dispensers, tank gauges and fleet management systems.\r\nWHO IS VONTIER\r\nVontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global technology company powering the way the world moves. We empower businesses in the transport sector to adapt to a fast-changing landscape by uniting productivity, automation and multi-energy technologies.\r\nOur smart, connected solutions serve roadside convenience retail stores, fleet operators, and auto repair technicians. From integrated payments and EV charging software to carwash technology and retail automation, we help customers stay productive and prepared for a rapidly evolving industry.\r\nWith decades of expertise and a balanced portfolio, Vontier enables businesses to navigate complexity, unlock growth, and build a cleaner, safer future. Driven by continuous improvement and the dedication of Team Vontier, we empower businesses to think bigger, act boldly, and thrive on the road ahead. Learn more at www.vontier.com\r\nAt Vontier, we empower you to steer your career in the direction of success with a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive environment.\r\nOur commitment to personal growth, work-life balance, and collaboration fuels a culture where your contributions drive meaningful change. We provide the roadmap for continuous learning, allowing creativity to flourish and ideas to accelerate into impactful solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.\r\nJoin our community of passionate people working together to navigate challenges and seize new opportunities. At Vontier, you are not on this journey alone, we are committed to equipping you with the tools and support you need to fuel your innovation, lead with impact, and thrive both personally and professionally.\r\nTogether, let's power the way the world moves!\r\n\"Vontier companies are equal employment employers and evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law.\"","company":"Vontier","rawCompany":"vontier","city":"Pierre","state":"SD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-05-14T03:36:16.910Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-1021.00","title":"General and Operations Managers","slug":"general-and-operations-managers"},{"code":"11-3051.00","title":"Industrial Production Managers","slug":"industrial-production-managers"},{"code":"11-2021.00","title":"Marketing Managers","slug":"marketing-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"334111","title":"Electronic Computer Manufacturing","slug":"electronic-computer-manufacturing"},{"code":"336110","title":"Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"automobile-and-light-duty-motor-vehicle-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Lead, Product Operations","description":"Job Overview\r\nThe Portfolio Operations Leader drives superior global product performance through advanced P&L management, prioritization and execution of new product implementation into our factories, recommending and implementing FPP (80/20) behavior for the business unit, and serves as a liaison between General Management and our various internal stakeholders (Operations, Finance, etc.). Despite being an individual contributor role, it requires proactive collaboration and persuasive influence across teams. The scope of this role includes the AMO, Asset Management, and Service Portfolio's under the P&L owned by the GM.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nStrategic leadership\r\n\r\n\r\nPartner with the GM and global product leadership to translate business strategy into product planning, priorities, and measurable outcomes.\r\n\r\n\r\nDefine and evolve product ops strategy, governance, and operating model to support growth, M&A, or major transformation initiatives.\r\n\r\n\r\nOwn global product decision-rights, prioritization frameworks, and roadmap governance across product lines. 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Your actual base salary will be determined based upon numerous factors which may include relevant experience, skills, location (labor market data), credentials (education, certifications), and internal equity.\r\n#LI-LP1 #LI-Remote #findyourpath #fuelyourpassion\r\n#LI-L#LI-Remote #LI-Hybrid #LI-Onsite #findyourpath #fuelyourpassion\r\nVontier partners with you and your family on your health and wellness journey. Visit VontierBenefits.com to view our benefits. We offer a premium suite of health and wellness programs for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. With programs for family planning from Maven Clinic to managing diabetes like Livongo, coverage for women's health, support for adult and elder care, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, and more. Vontier is here for all stages of life. We also offer paid time off up to 15 days each year, 13 paid holidays (including 3 floating holidays), and paid sick leave.*\r\nDisclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Sick leave amount may vary based on state or local laws applicable to the applicant's geographic location. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.\r\nWHO IS GILBARCO VEEDER-ROOT\r\nGilbarco Veeder-Root, a Vontier company, is the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations, offering the broadest range of integrated solutions from the forecourt to the convenience store and head office. For over 150 years, Gilbarco has earned the trust of its customers by providing long-term partnership, uncompromising support, and proven reliability. Major product lines include fuel dispensers, tank gauges and fleet management systems.\r\nWHO IS VONTIER\r\nVontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global technology company powering the way the world moves. We empower businesses in the transport sector to adapt to a fast-changing landscape by uniting productivity, automation and multi-energy technologies.\r\nOur smart, connected solutions serve roadside convenience retail stores, fleet operators, and auto repair technicians. From integrated payments and EV charging software to carwash technology and retail automation, we help customers stay productive and prepared for a rapidly evolving industry.\r\nWith decades of expertise and a balanced portfolio, Vontier enables businesses to navigate complexity, unlock growth, and build a cleaner, safer future. Driven by continuous improvement and the dedication of Team Vontier, we empower businesses to think bigger, act boldly, and thrive on the road ahead. Learn more at www.vontier.com\r\nAt Vontier, we empower you to steer your career in the direction of success with a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive environment.\r\nOur commitment to personal growth, work-life balance, and collaboration fuels a culture where your contributions drive meaningful change. We provide the roadmap for continuous learning, allowing creativity to flourish and ideas to accelerate into impactful solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.\r\nJoin our community of passionate people working together to navigate challenges and seize new opportunities. At Vontier, you are not on this journey alone, we are committed to equipping you with the tools and support you need to fuel your innovation, lead with impact, and thrive both personally and professionally.\r\nTogether, let's power the way the world moves!\r\n\"Vontier companies are equal employment employers and evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law.\"","datePosted":"2026-05-14T03:36:16.910Z","dateModified":"2026-05-14T03:36:16.910Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Vontier","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Pierre","addressRegion":"SD","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"032aba600ff8d0bc876e4bbe"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/032aba600ff8d0bc876e4bbe"}}