Associate Product Manager

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.; Towson (MD); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on tools and partner offers

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. is seeking an Associate Product Manager to join our Tools & Outdoor team in Towson, MD, operating in a hybrid model with three days on-site and two days remote.

You will manage the full product lifecycle with guidance from the Product Manager, collaborating across engineering, manufacturing and finance to drive new products and successful launches. You’ll also work with marketing and channel teams to create launch programs, develop collateral and web content, and

Qualifications

• BS or BA in Marketing, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 0-3 years of Product Management experience.
• Ability to work effectively across functions and lead teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• With guidance, manages the complete product lifecycle process, alongside the Product Manager, from concept to delivery.
• Collaborate, work and lead cross-department teams such as engineering, manufacturing and finance to drive and develop new products.
• Work with brand marketing and channel teams to develop product launch programs and sales promotion programs.
• Develop and implement marketing collateral, point-of-purchase displays, advertising materials and web content for your portfolio.
• Conduct end-user and competitive market research to determine pricing, margin and profitability targets.
• Develop and execute comprehensive short- and long-term strategic plans for a profitable retail and industrial product portfolio.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends and end-user insights for successful launches.
• Provide product training to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Product Management

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office

Education

BS/BA in Marketing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Associate Product Manager, Hybrid 3 days in Towson and 2 days remote (Travel up to 10%)

Come build your career! It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 43,500 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

The Job:

As an Associate Product Manager, you’ll be part of our Tools & Outdoor team working as a Hybrid employee in Towson, MD.

You’ll get to:

• With guidance, manages the complete product lifecycle process, alongside the Product Manager, from concept to delivery.
• Closely collaborate, work and lead cross-department teams and business groups, such as engineering, manufacturing and finance to drive and develop new products that meet company objectives together with the Product Management team.
• Work in tandem with the brand marketing and channel teams to develop product launch programs and sales promotion programs.
• Develop and implement relevant marketing collateral, point-of-purchase displays, advertising materials and web content to promote your managed product portfolio.
• Conduct end-user and competitive market research to determine pricing, margin and profitability targets.
• Work with the Product Management team to develop and execute comprehensive short- and long-term strategic plans for a profitable retail and industrial product portfolio.
• Maintain an awareness of trends in the industry and related industries and develop a deep understanding of the end users of their product line to incorporate these insights into successful new product launches.
• Willingness to be present on active construction job sites to support end-user research, product validation, and real-world application feedback.
• Validation of Product CTQs, Testing & Claims with End Users.
• Provide product training to internal and external stakeholders.

The Person:

You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:

• BS or BA in Marketing, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 0-3 years of Product Management experience.
• Ability to work effectively across functions and lead teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving, research, and analytical skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite required.

The Details:

You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More: We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to:

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
• Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.

What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We’re visionaries and innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us! #LI-DF1 #LI-Hybrid

Salary Range:

The Salary range for this position is $51,700.00 - $83,300.00. This is the lowest to highest annual full-time salary range we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The salary offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and in compliance with local wage requirements. Please note that salary is only one component of total rewards at Stanley Black & Decker. The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The salary range may vary for other locations. The successful candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases. Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being. Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

Who We Are:

We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state‑of‑the‑art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn’t stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

What You’ll Also Get:

Career opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Benefits & Perks:

You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

Learning & Development:

Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state‑of‑the‑art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture:

We pride ourselves on an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company:

You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at [phone] or at [e-mail]. Due to volume, we cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal (eeoc.gov)