Product Manager

Position

Market Development Manager>

Hampton, NH

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world’s largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales.

We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive.

Are you passionate about identifying market gaps, connecting technical innovations with customer needs, and helping shape a company's strategy? We are looking for a Market Development Manager to help drive growth across key markets by leading early-stage product and market initiatives. This role will work closely with customers, Sales, Engineering, and Applications to ensure Ardent continues to evolve with a market-driven mindset.

You'll own early-phase product investigation, strategic customer engagement, and tactical enablement activities to ensure successful market positioning. This position supports our efforts across Quantum Computing, Semiconductor Test & Measurement, Mil-Aero, and emerging technologies.

• Conduct market research and customer interviews to uncover emerging trends, technology gaps, and product opportunities across all markets
• Partner with Sales and Applications Engineering to validate and prioritize opportunities through structured VOC efforts
• Support product roadmap planning by providing market insights and competitive positioning recommendations
• Coordinate early-stage customer engagement activities to validate technical needs and application environments
• Translate findings into clear opportunity statements and product requirement documentation
• Support Engineering and R&D during the definition phase of new product concepts
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Applications to develop technical collateral and customer-facing messaging
• Create and deliver sales training materials for new and updated products
• Represent Ardent at trade shows, webinars, and industry events to increase visibility and gather real-time feedback
• Support project teams during development and launch activities, ensuring cross-functional alignment on goals and deliverables
• Drive accountability around timelines and handoffs between Sales, Applications, and Engineering teams
• Track early customer adoption feedback and help refine product-market fit
• Explore adjacent and emerging markets where Ardent's technology can be applied
• Recommend strategies for market entry, technology partnerships, or product extensions
• Support long-term planning and strategic business cases with market data and customer validation

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related technical field
• 2–5 years of experience in Product Management, Business Development, or Market Development roles
• Strong experience gathering customer insights, evaluating new market opportunities, and collaborating across departments
• Excellent communication and documentation skills for internal alignment and customer-facing content
• Experience managing projects and leading early-stage product development discussion
• Familiarity with semiconductor, mil-aero, or quantum computing markets is a plus
• Comfortable representing the company externally and leading cross-functional teams without direct authority

This position requires access to controlled technology that is subject to US export controls. Qualified candidates must be a US Person (including US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or eligible to obtain required authorization(s) from the U.S. Government.

Amphenol is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin.

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