Vice President- Product Line Management

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Vice President, Product Line Management – Components Business Unit

Location: San Jose, California

This is an incredibly exciting time to join Lumentum—the industry leader enabling photonics solutions for AI cloud infrastructure across the world’s largest hyperscalers. Our technologies power data centers, metro networks, and long-haul datacom systems. We develop and supply industry-leading lasers and optical sub-assemblies that are indispensable to the industry’s long-term roadmap.

Lumentum is seeking a Vice President of Product Line Management (PLM) to lead the global team responsible for defining and executing the strategic growth plan for our Components Business Unit (BU). This visionary and results-driven leader will shape Lumentum’s next phase of growth in optical components by driving customer engagement, market leadership, and technology differentiation.

The ideal candidate will partner closely with senior executives, sales, R&D, and operations to own the BU’s go-to-market strategy, product portfolio, channel development, and value creation. They will be accountable for revenue growth, gross margin expansion, and overall business performance across the Components portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the global Product Line Management organization to deliver high-impact results through strong leadership, coaching, and talent development.
• Own the BU’s financial performance, including revenue, gross margin, and forecast accuracy, taking decisive actions to maximize growth, market share, and profitability.
• Define and execute a differentiated product and technology roadmap aligned with customer needs, market evolution, and Lumentum’s long-term strategic vision.
• Develop compelling business cases for new product investments and adjacent market opportunities through deep market analysis, opportunity sizing, and competitive assessment.
• Cultivate executive-level relationships with customers and ecosystem partners, positioning Lumentum as a trusted technology leader and strategic collaborator.
• Drive business development initiatives that expand market presence through partnerships, customer engagements, and ecosystem alliances.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, manufacturing, finance, and sales to align priorities, ensure operational readiness, and deliver high-quality, on-time products.
• Champion customer success by partnering with sales to refine account strategies, secure design wins, and deliver differentiated value propositions.
• Lead cost and margin optimization efforts while maintaining competitiveness and supporting value-based pricing strategies.
• Provide thought leadership and market insight to inform executive decisions and shape Lumentum’s broader corporate strategy.
• Model and promote Lumentum’s culture of innovation, inclusion, collaboration, and a growth mindset across global teams.
• Travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications & Experience

• 15+ years of product management or business leadership experience in optical components, photonics, semiconductors, or closely related technology sectors, including 5+ years in senior management.
• Proven track record of delivering profitable growth and scaling product lines in competitive, fast-moving markets.
• Strong strategic acumen, with the ability to translate complex customer needs and technology trends into actionable roadmaps and market strategies.
• Demonstrated success working cross-functionally with R&D, engineering, sales, and operations to achieve business goals.
• Exceptional analytical and communication skills, with the ability to influence and align stakeholders across a global organization.
• Experienced in leading and developing diverse global teams, fostering accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Advanced technical degree (Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field) or MBA strongly preferred.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Combines strategic vision with hands-on execution and a deep understanding of technology and markets.
• Excels in customer engagement and ecosystem influence, turning insights into competitive advantage.
• Demonstrates agility and resilience, adapting priorities as markets evolve.
• Leads with energy, authenticity, and a growth mindset, inspiring teams and partners to deliver excellence.

About Lumentum

Lumentum (NASDAQ: LITE) is a global leader in optical and photonic technologies, enabling the world’s most advanced communications networks and industrial applications. Our innovations power the cloud, connect the world, and drive the next generation of AI infrastructure. Headquartered in San Jose, California, Lumentum operates with R&D, manufacturing, and sales locations worldwide. Learn more at www.lumentum.com.

Lumentum is a great place to work and we support a diverse and inclusive culture where employees bring their whole and authentic selves to work.  We strive to build meaningful connections that fuel innovation to produce products that impact the world.  We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

All offers of employment are subject to background checks, appropriate work authorizations, and depending on the country, drug screens may be required prior to the start date.   

As a global employer, Lumentum is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Protected categories differ from jurisdiction to jurisdiction but may include race, ethnic origin, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status.   

Pay Range:

E100-USA-1 :$0.00 - $0.00

Disclaimer:

Final base salary for the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job location, where work will be performed, qualifications, work history and relevant experience. With our continual goal of making Lumentum a best place to work for our employees, we strive to offer employees competitive total compensation packages, which may include annual bonus, commission for certain sales roles, equity, and health and welfare benefits.