Product Manager

Increase Division sales and profits through development of product strategies. Coordinate communication involving products and applications between Division, customers and end users.

Scope/Supervision and Interaction:

___ Has Direct Reports __X__ Does Not Have Direct Reports

At the discretion of the division this position may not include supervisory responsibility.

Use of judgment in determining products offered, target markets and product line forecasting. Interact with sales, operations and marketing to provide premier customer service.

Essential Functions:

• Establish product development procedures to assist field sales in achieving profitable volume
• Make recommendations and evaluations on new product opportunities as outlined in the product lifecycle management process
• Participate in or lead new product development teams as part of the product lifecycle management process
• Develop and present product training to field sales, customers and end users
• Support field sales with information on products and application
• Conduct periodic market evaluations
• Conduct competitive analysis of product lines
• Accompany and assist field sales as required
• Attend sales conferences and trade shows as required
• Assist in preparation and execution of advertising and promotional programs
• Develop and revise product literature, catalogs, technical bulletins etc.
• Facilitate exchange of information between engineering and field sales management
• Assist in the development of pricing strategies
• Assist in the development of product positioning strategies
• Monitor activities for continuous improvements in productivity and cost reductions

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (BS) in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Business discipline with related experience.
• 3-5 years of applicable experience in engineering or field sales in a related industry
• PC literate (MS Office, and SAP, Salesforce experience)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively through others and be a participative team player
• Strong analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities using effective problem solving/ resolution skills and a team focus.

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