Red Dot Business Manager

$120,000 - $160,000/Yr

Leupold & Stevens - Beaverton, OR

Full-time - Senior

Beaverton, OR

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The Red Dot Business Manager at Leupold & Stevens, Inc. is a leadership role focused on driving the growth and innovation of a high-impact product category within the company. This position requires a blend of entrepreneurial spirit and corporate acumen, as the manager will lead a cross-functional team to develop and launch new products, optimize operations, and enhance profitability. The role emphasizes strategic leadership, team development, and operational execution, aiming to create new revenue channels and contribute to the company's overall growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the business planning and execution of a high growth product category from ideation through scaling and optimization.
• Establish clear business goals, key performance indicators (KPIs), and metrics for success across multiple projects and initiatives.
• Develop and communicate a compelling vision for key projects, ensuring alignment with the company's overall mission and objectives.
• Identify, cultivate, and manage strategic partnerships to drive growth and scalability of the business.
• Build and lead a cross-functional team to support product category launches, leveraging expertise from various departments.
• Partner with Human Resources to recruit top talent and develop future leaders within the organization.
• Foster a collaborative innovation-driven culture that encourages problem solving and accountability.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth execution and removal of roadblocks.
• Develop business plans, financial models, and resource allocation strategies for successful execution.
• Monitor financial health and implement corrective actions to ensure profitability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Manufacturing, Entrepreneurship, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in business management, product development, manufacturing, or innovation with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of leading and scaling high growth business units.
• Strong background in manufacturing operations, supply chain, and financial management.
• Experience in shooting sports required; knowledge in optical products desired.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to navigate complex organizational structures.

Benefits

• Profit sharing
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement