About the role

  • Manage the entire life cycle of the defined product line within the business from strategic planning, product definition, tactical launch and end of life activities
  • Perform 80/20 analysis on products, customers and markets to identify opportunities for focus and growth
  • Direct the implementation of the global product line strategic plan to prioritize and maximize company and product line profitability and investments
  • Develop & implement product line simplification strategies to maximize standard profit
  • Develops product pricing strategies and manages the daily activities of the assigned team to drive maximum profit and sales
  • Determine customers' needs and desires by specifying the research needed to obtain market information and conduct market studies including VOC
  • Assess market competition by comparing the company's product to competitors' products
  • Bring new products to market by analyzing proposed product requirements and product development programs; prepare return-on-investment analyses; establish time schedules with engineering and manufacturing
  • Prepare and coach sales team on product application information, product initiatives, and profitability equations; serve as a resource and partner with Sales during long-term contract negotiations
  • Interface with internal departments including R&D, engineering, sales, marketing and support teams to ensure revenue and customer satisfaction goals are achieved
  • Work with the Marketing Team to create and maintain marketing plans, advertising and sales tools

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Engineering, or a related field is required; an MBA is preferred
  • 2+ years of experience in product management, brand management, business development, or a related field within a manufacturing company environment
  • Familiarity and experience with stage-gate New Product Development (NPD) and portfolio management processes
  • Familiarity and experience with product lifecycle simplification and/or rationalization processes
  • Proficiency with MS Office (Excel / Word / Power Point) and CRM (i.e. SalesForce.com or Microsoft)
  • Willingness to travel primarily in North America with rare international travel as needed
  • Travel: Travel (Up to 25%) required
  • Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship to obtain or keep U.S. work authorization
  • Must have a passion for technology, innovation, and customer engagement
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Paid Leaves
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Remote or Hybrid locations / work options

Job title

Product Manager II

Job type

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

$70,000 - $90,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

Location requirements

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