Associate Product Manager

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Hickory, NC
In-Office
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The Role
Lead product development and lifecycle for assigned fiber-optic connectivity lines. Analyze market and sales data to inform strategy, pricing, and portfolio decisions. Define product requirements, coordinate new product development, vendor qualification, supply chain and tooling, support sales and marketing, resolve quality issues, and maintain technical knowledge of fiber optics and network architectures.
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US Conec, Ltd.

Engineering Innovation. Precision Plastics. Powering AI.

US Conec, Ltd. is a trusted, global company that prides itself on engineering excellence—creating innovative connectivity solutions that support today’s most important technologies. We foster a friendly, inclusive culture that values teamwork, creativity, and mutual respect. At US Conec, you’ll find real opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact in a company that genuinely cares about its people and its customers. With competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive environment, this is a place where you can build your future—whether your interests lie in manufacturing, engineering, operations, or beyond.

Associate Product Manager
Overview

US Conec is seeking a Product Manager to lead the development, production, and lifecycle management of assigned product lines. This role partners closely with Sales, Engineering, Marketing, Quality, and Operations to drive product strategy, support revenue growth, and ensure successful product launches and ongoing performance in the fiber optic connectivity market.

Responsibilities
  • Serve as Subject Matter Expert for assigned product lines, markets, and applications.
  • Analyze sales and market trends by product, account, region, and application to guide product strategy.
  • Develop recommendations for new products, pricing strategies, cost targets, and portfolio expansion.
  • Manage product pricing strategies and maintain pricing curves.
  • Define product requirements based on customer and market input.
  • Lead new product development from concept through production and product launch.
  • Develop and execute product release plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Coordinate vendor qualification, supply chain planning, tooling requirements, and safety stock levels.
  • Support Sales with customer engagement, samples, product updates, and relationship growth.
  • Partner with Marketing to develop trade show content, marketing materials, presentations, and webinars.
  • Provide on-site support at trade shows and industry events as needed.
  • Coordinate resolution of product quality issues with Sales, Engineering, Applications, and Quality teams.
  • Maintain strong technical knowledge of fiber optics, connectivity solutions, and network architectures.
Must Haves
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Business degree with strong technical experience considered).
  • 1–3 years of commercial or product-related experience (fiber optic industry preferred).
  • Strong analytical skills with experience reviewing market and sales data.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a cross-functional environment.
Nice to Haves
  • Experience with fiber optic cable, connectors, and connectivity hardware.
  • Exposure to product development, pricing strategies, and lifecycle management.
  • Experience supporting trade shows, marketing initiatives, or customer-facing activities.

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus potential.
  • 4 weeks of PTO to relax and recharge.
  • Health, dental, and vision plans.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match and planning resources.
  • Collaborative, team-based culture that fuels innovation.
  • Paid time off, holidays, and employee recognition programs celebrating your achievements.
  • Community engagement and STEM outreach opportunities to give back locally.

US Conec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. 

US Conec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Join US Conec today and be part of a team that values each other, promotes innovation and growth, and strives to exceed customer expectations in everything we do. 

 US Conec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics

Top Skills

Microsoft Excel,Powerpoint,Word,Fiber Optic Cable,Connectors,Connectivity Hardware,Network Architectures
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The Company
HQ: Hickory, NC
202 Employees
Year Founded: 1992

What We Do

With over 30 years of proven innovation, US Conec continues to redefine the optical interconnect industry with next generation high density connectivity solutions. US Conec designs, develops, and manufactures industry leading technology solutions for data center structured cabling, public network, on-board interconnect, industrial and military markets worldwide.

The company’s key product developments include MT ferrules, MTP® brand MPO connectors, MTP® PRO solutions, MXC® connectors, PRIZM® LightTurn® and PRIZM® MT lensed ferrule technology, ELiMENT™ single fiber connectors, VSFF MDC and MMC connectors, Fast-Track™ connectors, IBC™ fiber-optic cleaning solutions, termination equipment, high precision optical packaging components, and customized precision interconnect solutions.

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