Associate Product Manager, Filler Metals

ESAB; Reno (PA, NV); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Product Manager to oversee a portfolio of filler metal products. This role involves strategic portfolio management, revenue growth initiatives, and cost management within a dynamic team environment. The ideal candidate will leverage their technical expertise in welding and metallurgy, along with strong project management and communication skills, to drive product success and customer satisfaction. With a hybrid work model, this position offers a unique opportunity to engage with cross-functional teams while contributing to innovative solutions in the industrial manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in industrial manufacturing or related industries.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Proficient in project management and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage product portfolio and drive revenue growth.
• Conduct customer interviews and market analysis.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams for strategy.

Skills

Welding

Metallurgy

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Technical Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description:

The Associate Product Manager will be responsible for the growth and profitability of a subset of filler metal products in North America.

Primary Duties

1. Portfolio management

• Develop and maintain overall product plans for your portfolio in your assigned product category.
• Review and analyze current performance, portfolio health, market needs, trends, and other data.
• Define target segments to pursue. Map needs for these segments and, in collaboration with global product marketing and engineering, translate these needs into offerings and services roadmaps.
• Conduct voice of customer (VOC) interviews with end users, distributors, and Sales Teams to perform trend mapping.

Revenue Growth

• Work with regional sales teams to implement an effective commercial strategy to drive sales revenue in these segments, including participating in customer visits.
• Set pricing for all products in the portfolio.
• Lead the pricing work for large RFQs and bids.
• Create promotions and programs to drive revenue growth.
• Collaborate with marketing communication to innovate ways to reach and deliver the value proposition message to target customers.
• Recommend solutions to customers as a subject matter expert in welding specialty alloys.
• Provide related training to sales, field marketing, and channel partners.
• Define and grow alternative channels to market.

Cost Management

• Work with Sourcing and Operations teams to identify and implement cost improvement projects.
• Work with Supply Chain and Production teams to manage the demand forecast for their product line.
• Collaborate with supply chain and other stakeholders to make delivery, quality, and servicing performance a key competitive differentiator.

Qualifications

• Technical Degree with focus on Welding or Metallurgy or Mechanical Engineering with 2+ years' professional experience.
• 2+ years' work experience in industrial manufacturing or related industries is preferred.
• Experience working across multiple functions/departments within and outside the organization.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including communicating complex technical content to diverse audiences.
• Ability to support and interact appropriately with cross-functional personnel.
• Customer-focused mindset and a structured, efficient approach to responding to customer needs.
• Proficient in project management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Effective problem-solving and analytical skills.

Work Environment

• This position is eligible for hybrid remote work, with at least 3 days/week in person at the office.
• Remains in a stationary position 50% of the time and involves physical activities such as ascending/descending stairs, walking, stooping, and standing.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working/visiting manufacturing and plant locations.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment including printers, tablets, and cell phones.
• May be exposed to varying weather conditions during travel.
• Travel up to 30% within the US, Canada, and Mexico.