Jr. Product Manager: Buffalo, NY

Inceusa; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Company Paid Medical Insurance Premiums

Paid Time Off

401k Company Match

Job summary

A leading sensor manufacturing company in New York is seeking a Jr. Product Manager to drive product strategies and contribute to product line knowledge. This role entails managing product lifecycle, conducting competitive analysis, and supporting sales teams. Candidates should have a four-year degree, with a focus on engineering being preferred, and some experience in product management. Benefits include 100% paid medical premiums, a competitive PTO package, and 401k options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training is required.
• 1-3 years of experience in product management or training.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop product line knowledge and manage product strategies.
• Conduct margin accountability reviews and competitive analysis.
• Assist sales and engineering teams with technical inquiries.

Skills

Product management

Technical documentation

Competitive analysis

Demand forecasting

Education

Four-year degree or equivalent

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred

Tools

ERP system

Job description

About PCB Piezotronics, Inc.

PCB manufactures sensors used by design engineers and predictive maintenance professionals to test and measure vibration, pressure, force, acoustics, load and shock for test, measurement, monitoring and control requirements. Our sensors support testing in aerospace and defense, automotive, transportation, civil engineering, and general R&D industries. PCB is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Amphenol Corporation. With a focus on Total Customer Satisfaction for both our internal and external customers alike, we have a strong and ongoing commitment to being a great place to work! Learn more about our team | www.PCB.com | https://www.linkedin.com/company/pcb-piezotronics/

More Reasons to Join the Team

PCB offers a highly collaborative and team-based atmosphere. Total Customer Satisfaction, for internal and external customers alike, is at the heart of our business and guides our interactions every day. Social events and opportunities are hosted throughout the year aimed to develop internal relationships and promote a culture focused on collaboration and teamwork. PCB also provides all full-time team members with 100% employer paid medical premiums for you and your family, a competitive PTO package and 10 company paid holidays.

As a Jr. Product Manager with PCB Piezotronics, Inc., you will develop extensive knowledge of product lines, make sound product management decisions, and be responsible for the margin contribution of the line(s). You will provide support to sales and marketing groups, demonstrate strong leadership qualities, and give concentrated training in specific product lines to application engineers and sales channels. You will act as the primary contact for the product line, providing a Total Customer Satisfaction user experience.

Additional Duties

• Technology Development— Define new products, line strategies
• Margin Accountability— Run periodic product cost and profitability reviews
• Competitive Analysis— Analyze and report on competitive landscape
• Product Lifecycle Management— Upgrade and obsolescence planning
• Demand Forecasting— Drive/approve forecast by part numbers
• Stocking Management— Optimize inventory turns
• Price Management— Update internal or external price list
• Product Derivatives Development— Develop "M" numbers and accessories
• Applications Engineering— Assist AE's and field high-level technical questions
• Documentation Accuracy— Reviewing of internal & external information related to products
• S&M Support— Support trade show and customer visits as required
• Technical Information Development & Organization
  • Technical Literature Generation & Maintenance—Generate NMA, Tech Papers, DS, etc.
  • Sales Demo Kits—Plan and maintain demo kits
  • Sales Collaterals Development—Develop Brochures, Flyers, website tools, etc.
  • Product Training—Develop materials for on-site or online trainings

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Four-year degree or equivalent specialized training
• Experience: One to three years of practice, training and/or experience. Basic computer skills. Familiarity with ERP system
• Travel Requirement: As needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred
• Experience: Two to five years of practice, training and/or experience

Additional Benefits

• 100% Company Paid Medical Insurance Premiums
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company funded HSA or HRA Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Employer paid basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401k Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company paid holidays, employee discounts, holiday gift certificates

Physical Demands (U.S. only)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations

This position requires access to "controlled technology" as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730 et. seq.) and “technical data” as defined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (22 C.F.R, Chapter 1, Subchapter M). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work.

PCB Piezotronics is an equal opportunity employer