Head of Product Line – Fire Detection, Building & Rolling Stock

About Consilium At Consilium Safety Group, we don’t just build technology — we create solutions that protect people, assets, and the planet. As a global leader in fire and gas safety, we serve critical industries including marine, energy, rolling stock, and infrastructure. With more than 100 years of expertise, we combine deep industry knowledge with cutting-edge innovation to shape the future of Safety Tech. Headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, and operating in over 55 locations worldwide, Consilium is a fast-growing global organization backed by Antin Infrastructure Partners. With strong financial support and a clear strategic vision, we are on an ambitious journey of growth and transformation — investing in innovation, operational excellence, and talent. This is an exciting time to join us.

The Role As Head of Product Line – Fire Detection, Building & Rolling Stock, you will hold strategic responsibility for a key part of Consilium's portfolio, driving innovation, business alignment, and long-term growth. You will lead the development and execution of a forward-looking product strategy that supports our business objectives and strengthens our position in the global safety market. Managing a global team of Product Managers and Product Specialists, you will foster collaboration across regions and functions while building a strong "One Consilium" culture. You will own the full product lifecycle, from roadmap and portfolio management through to market positioning and business performance. Working closely with R&D, Operations, Sales, and other key stakeholders, you will ensure our solutions meet customer needs, regulatory requirements, and the highest performance and safety standards. You will also play a central role in identifying new business opportunities, driving profitable growth, and ensuring strategic initiatives are delivered on time and on budget.

Key Responsibilities

Define and execute the product line strategy for Fire detection, Building and Rolling Stock solutions

Lead, develop, and grow a global team of Product Managers and Product specialists

Own portfolio management, product lifecycle planning, and roadmap prioritization

Partner with R&D and Technical leadership to maximize business value and ROI from development investment

Identify market trends, customer needs, and new growth opportunities

Support the commercial organization in hitting sales and profitability targets

Optimize pricing strategies, margins, and product positioning

Ensure accurate forecasting, reporting, and data-driven decision-making

Represent Consilium in customer meetings, industry forums, and strategic partnerships

Champion cross-functional collaboration and a strong global team culture

Your Profile We are looking for a strategic and commercially minded leader with a passion for technology, innovation, and safety. You likely have:

A university degree in Engineering, Technology, Business, or equivalent experience

Proven experience in a technology industry with regulated, safety-critical products. Direct exposure to fire detection, building safety, or rolling stock is a strong advantage

Proven experience within the safety technology industry, ideally related to fire detection, building safety, or rolling stock

Strong leadership experience, including leading and motivating international teams

A solid understanding of product management, product lifecycle processes, and business-driven product development

Experience working in global and cross-cultural environments

Strong business acumen with experience managing budgets, profitability, and growth targets

Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills

Experience with agile development methodologies is considered a strong advantage

Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken

To succeed in this role, you are a collaborative and inspiring leader who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on approach. You are comfortable navigating complex global environments and enjoy building strong relationships across functions and markets.

What We Offer At Consilium, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact in a global company at the forefront of safety innovation. We offer:

A key leadership role with global influence

The opportunity to shape the future of safety technology

A collaborative and international work environment

A culture driven by innovation, responsibility, and continuous improvement

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunities for professional and personal growth

Ready to Make an Impact? If this sounds like your next challenge, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a company committed to innovation, safety, and sustainable global growth. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Ready to learn more about our journey? Click to hear from our CEO! Philip Isell Lind af Hageby, Consilium, en mästare på turnarounds - Värdeskaparna | En podd om riskkapital av OPX Partners | Podcast on Spotify