Business Unit ManagerHiFyve is hiring a Business Unit Manager in the Manufacturing industry in Springfield, MO!Salary Range: $152,000–$260,000 (Targeting below $170,000 to maintain internal peer alignment)Incentives:Company Incentive Plan up to 12%Manager Bonus up to 20%Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), rolling 5-year plan with increasing value each yearShift: DaysLocation: Springfield, MO (On-site)Benefits: Full benefits packageAbout the RoleThis role leads an assigned product line, owning both the strategic direction and day-to-day execution. The Business Unit Manager drives profitability, identifies new product opportunities, and serves as the internal and external liaison for the product line while partnering closely with sales, engineering, manufacturing, and executive leadership.Job ResponsibilitiesOwn the assigned product line from strategic planning through executionDevelop and manage short- and long-term business and product plansIncrease profitability of existing products and lead new product development initiativesConduct market research, assess customer needs, and analyze competitive dataPartner with sales and key accounts to grow market share and refine product strategiesPrepare sales forecasts, financial analyses, and ROI justificationsRecommend product specifications, pricing structures, and packaging changesLead new product launches in coordination with sales, marketing, engineering, and productionManage inventory levels and production schedules aligned to business objectivesLead, coach, and develop product line staffRecruit, train, and evaluate team membersServe as the primary internal and external contact for the assigned product lineWork closely with senior leadership to ensure alignment with overall business objectivesTravel up to 20%, including potential international travelQualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering; thermodynamics background strongly valued3+ years of experience in product management, business unit leadership, or manufacturingStrong blend of business acumen and technical understandingExperience with pricing strategy, market analysis, and product lifecycle managementAbility to lead teams and influence cross-functional stakeholdersStrong written and verbal communication skillsProficiency with business tools, presentations, and data analysisExperience reviewing, clarifying, and negotiating terms and conditionsSelf-directed, goal-oriented mindset with a long-term strategic perspectiveAbility to work on-site in a highly collaborative environmentValid driver's license