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Strattec Security Corp.

Product Line Director

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$146K - $180K/yr

PRODUCT DIRECTOR - MOTION / POWER ACCESS Location: Auburn Hills, Mi or Milwaukee, WI (Headquarters)| Full-Time | Professional ABOUT STRATTEC Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, STRATTEC Security ...

Stellantis

Director - Jeep Product

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$220K - $230K/yr

As the Director - Jeep Brand Product , you will lead the team responsible for one of Jeep's most strategically important nameplates: Grand Cherokee , Cherokee, Gladiator or Compass . You will shape ...

Stellantis

Director - Jeep Product

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$220K - $230K/yr

As the Director - Jeep Brand Product , you will lead the team responsible for one of Jeep's most strategically important nameplates: Grand Cherokee , Cherokee, Gladiator or Compass . You will shape ...

Aptiv

Senior Outbound Product Manager, Private Cloud

Troy, MI · On-site

$119K - $158K/yr

Interface & Collaboration The role reports directlytotheSenior Director, Product Managementforthe Wind River Cloud Platform product team.Success requires hands-on leadership, engaging and enrolling ...

HFI,LLC

Director of Product Engineering

Troy, MI · On-site

The primary responsibility of the Director of Product Engineering is to provide strategic leadership for all product engineering activities across HFI while ensuring successful product development ...

Brightwing

Product Manager - 1417748

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$40 - $46/hr

Primary liaison to direct Product Development and Customer Experience for appropriate repair methods and communication strategy. Maintain awareness of all field issues impacting the respective ...

ThyssenKrupp

Product

Southfield, MI · On-site

$125K/yr

Collaborate closely with the Product Director, Supply Chain, and supplier partners * Manage inventory levels to meet stated objectives * Maintain an understanding of the supply base, contracts, and ...

Rishabh RPO

Product Engineer

Rochester Hills, MI · On-site

Candidates must have direct experience as a product/project engineer working at a Tier-1 supplier or OEM. * Cross-Functional Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills with experience ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for director product in Rochester, MI is $212,622.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $214,500.00 and $224,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director of Product oversees the strategy, development, and performance of a company's product portfolio. They lead product managers and cross-functional teams to ensure products meet customer needs and business goals. Their responsibilities include setting the product vision, prioritizing features, managing product roadmaps, and collaborating with stakeholders like engineering, marketing, and sales. Ultimately, they are accountable for the success and profitability of the products under their supervision.

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A Director of Product works closely with engineering, design, marketing, sales, and customer success teams to ensure product initiatives align with the company’s strategic goals. They facilitate regular meetings, set clear priorities, and communicate the product vision to all stakeholders. Directors are often responsible for resolving conflicts, removing roadblocks, and ensuring that cross-functional collaboration leads to timely and successful product launches. This role requires strong leadership and excellent communication skills to balance input from various departments while maintaining focus on customer needs and business objectives.

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Product Line Director

Strattec Security Corp.

Auburn Hills, MI

$146K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION

Where Every Journey Starts with Access

 

CAREER OPPORTUNITY: PRODUCT DIRECTOR — MOTION / POWER ACCESS

Location: Auburn Hills, Mi or Milwaukee, WI (Headquarters)| Full-Time | Professional

 

ABOUT STRATTEC

 

Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, STRATTEC Security Corporation is one of the world's largest producers of

automotive access and security systems. For over 100 years, we've been engineering the complete vehicle access

experience—from the moment a driver approaches their vehicle to the confident close of every door.

 

We don't just make parts—we create the first and last touchpoint of every journey.

 

ABOUT THE POWER ACCESS PRODUCT LINE

 

Our Motion / Power Access division simplifies the design and integration of powered-entry systems for OEMs worldwide.

We are a recognized industry leader with 25+ years of first-to-market innovations and multiple PACE Award-winning

technologies.

 

Our Power Access Portfolio:

POWER SLIDING DOORS (PSD) — First supplier to launch (1993); featured on Kia Sedona, Chrysler Pacifica

POWER LIFTGATES (PLG) — Invis-A-Rise™ technology (2018 PACE Award Winner); featured on Honda Odyssey

POWER ENDGATES (PEG) — Invis-A-Rise™ series (2019 PACE Award Winner); featured on GM Silverado

POWER DECKLIDS (PDL) — Hands-free cargo access; featured on Cadillac CT6

AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE ACCESS — Next-generation solutions for self-driving vehicles

 

Key Differentiators:

• Full-System Supplier — Motor, hardware, software, and ECU engineered as one integrated system

• Invis-A-Rise™ Technology — Patented concealed systems creating clean, elegant vehicle aesthetics

• Modular Architecture — Flexible designs that accelerate OEM development timelines

• In-House Software Capability — Model-based design for virtual verification and faster development

 

THE OPPORTUNITY

 

We are seeking a visionary Product Director to lead our Motion / Power Access product line located in Auburn Hills Michigan.

You will own the strategic direction, new product development, market positioning, and pricing strategy for our

award-winning power access systems—shaping the future of vehicle motion and powered-entry experiences.

 

This is a high-impact leadership role at the intersection of innovation, technology, and customer experience.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Strategic Leadership (Own & Drive):

• Lead new product development roadmap for Power Access systems

• Define and execute product strategy for powered-entry solutions across OEM segments

• Monitor competitive landscape and position Strattec's Power Access as the industry leader

• Develop and own pricing strategies; conduct portfolio performance reviews

• Drive innovation pipeline for next-generation motion technologies

 

Product Portfolio Management:

• Own Power Access product roadmaps aligned with OEM platform timelines

• Develop 5-year margin roadmaps and product family financial forecasts

• Drive portfolio decisions: invest/grow, reposition, harvest, or exit strategies

• Define strategy for Software (SaaP) and Hardware product platforms

• Champion Invis-A-Rise™ and other patented technologies to expand market share

 

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with Engineering on integrated motor/hardware/software system development

• Support Sales Directors in business development and pipeline management

• Collaborate on quote processes, costing, and business case development for new business opportunities

• Work with Operations on manufacturing footprint and capacity planning

• Support program management through 4-phase development (Design, Develop, Validate, Launch)

 

Strategic Planning Support:

• Contribute to annual budgets and 5-year strategic plans

• Support organic and inorganic (M&A) growth objectives

• Drive quarterly product reviews and strategy progress reporting

 

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

 

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Business, or related field (required)

• MBA or Master's degree in Engineering (preferred)

 

Experience:

• 10+ years in product management, product development, or systems engineering

• 5+ years in automotive closure systems, power access, or mechatronic systems (strongly preferred)

• Proven track record leading new product development from concept through launch

• Experience with integrated systems (motors, actuators, ECUs, software controls)

• OEM program management experience with major automotive manufacturers

 

Technical Knowledge:

• Power access systems: sliding doors, liftgates, endgates, decklids

• Mechatronic integration (motors, sensors, ECUs, embedded software)

• Vehicle architecture trends: EVs, autonomous vehicles, software-defined vehicles

• APQP, DVP&R, and automotive quality standards (IATF 16949)

 

Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic vision with ability to translate market trends into product opportunities

• Financial acumen (margin analysis, business cases, pricing strategies, P&L ownership)

• Strong technical aptitude to engage with engineering teams on system design

• Executive presence and ability to present to OEM customers and leadership

• Cross-functional influence without direct authority

 

WHY THIS ROLE?

 

Lead a PACE Award-winning product line with proven first-to-market innovations

Shape the future of vehicle motion for EVs and autonomous vehicles

Work with global OEMs including GM, Honda, Chrysler, Kia, Jeep, Cadillac, Lincoln

Drive next-generation Invis-A-Rise™ technology development

Own a strategic product portfolio with high growth potential

 

WHY STRATTEC?

 

Our Culture Pillars:

THINK NEW — Innovation fuels our access engine. We challenge the status quo.

DO TOGETHER — Collaboration is key. We build trust through shared goals.

OWN IT — Results matter. Act with intention and deliver on commitments.

 

Total Rewards:

Competitive compensation with short-term incentive plan

Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) — Day 1 eligibility

401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% with immediate vesting

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick, bereavement)

Life insurance and wellness programs

Professional development and growth opportunities

 

APPLY TODAY

 

Ready to lead the future of powered vehicle access? Join a team where your ideas shape industry-leading innovations.

 

Apply