Product Line Manager - Shotshell - Federal

Federal Ammunition; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 89,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one healthcare

Parental leave

401(k) match

Career development

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Federal Ammunition in Anoka, MN seeks a Product Line Manager to lead annual product plans, development, launch and sales support for our Shotshell portfolio. The position reports to the Global Product Lane Director and is based in our Anoka office.

You will drive research, line strategies, and collaboration with marketing and manufacturing to ensure successful product introductions and sustained growth across markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of experience in marketing, sales or product development.
• Hunting or firearms industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of ammunition types and uses.
• Experience in consumer products with measurable results.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel.
• Public speaking ability.

Responsibilities

• Annual product planning and research.
• Develop line strategies and launch schedules.
• Lead product development and consumer research.
• Deliver annual product launches and sales targets.
• Coordinate packaging and collateral with Marketing.
• Provide sales training and support.
• Track sales and profitability; manage inventory.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and suppliers.
• Develop a 5-year product roadmap.

Skills

Public speaking

Travel willingness

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Pay Range:

$88,600.00 - $124,200.00

The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.

Job Description

The Kinetic Group is a world leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of small caliber ammunition under the iconic brands B&P, CCI, Federal Premium, Fiocchi, HEVI, Remington and Speer. We have domestic ammunition manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, Idaho, Arkansas, and Missouri, and service law enforcement, government agencies and sporting enthusiasts throughout the world. Today, The Kinetic Group is a part of the Ammo+ division of The Czechoslovak Group (CSG), which holds a diverse portfolio of companies in the defense, security, automotive, aerospace and rail industries.

Federal is seeking a Product Line Manager who is responsible for annual product plans, product development, sales support, product launch, and more for our Shotshell department. We build the industry’s widest variety ofammunition and offer leading products for every facet of the shooting sports. As such, this role is critical in contributing to our success.

This position reports to the Global Product Lane Director and is based out of our Anoka, MN office.

What you’ll do:

• Annual Product Planning
  
  
  • Conduct required research and business analysis
  
  
  • Monitor performance/trends of key competitors & retailers
  
  
  • Develop line strategies and launch schedule
  
  
  • Validate with sales & international subsidiaries
  
  
  
  


• Product Development
  
  
  • Participate on New Product Team
  
  
  • Lead consumer research
  
  
  • Generate consumer insights to drive new product development
  
  
  • Direct Ideation and Concept development/testing
  
  
  • Develop and manage 5 year new product roadmap
  
  
  • Deliver annual new product sales launch and sales targets
  
  
  • Spec new products (features, cost/pricing, etc)
  
  
  • Develop critical path schedules
  
  
  • Coordinate development/testing with contract manufacturing & suppliers
  
  
  
  


• Product Launch
  
  
  • Coordinate development of packaging and other collateral material with Marketing Communications
  
  
  • Support development of product catalog and marketing materials
  
  
  
  


• Sales Support
  
  
  • Conduct product workshops at annual Sales Conference
  
  
  • Provide ongoing product training
  
  
  • Participate in key account calls when necessary
  
  
  • Create derivatives/SMU’s and “special programs” for key accounts
  
  
  • Actively participate in key trade shows
  
  
  
  


• Ongoing Product Line Management/Maintenance
  
  
  • Track/analyze sales and profitability of new and existing products
  
  
  • Proactively manage inventory (excess, backorders, etc)
  
  
  • Assist in product forecasting and production planning
  
  
  
  

Experience you bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience


• 5-years experience in Marketing/Sales and/or development of new products


• Hunting and/or firearms industry experience (manufacturing or retail)


• Strong general knowledge of Ammunition types and usages.


• Experience in consumer products with proven results


• Excellent communications skills


• Ability to work at all levels of the organization


• Proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint


• Ability to comfortably speak publicly


• Ability to travel as needed

You might have:

• Sporting Goods retail experience

Work Environment:

Employee work assignments may include tasks working with and/or exposure to potentially hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives. Safety training is provided to all employees to ensure compliance with company and federal regulations.

Benefits:

At The Kinetic Group, we believe the people who build great products deserve great support. That’s why we offer day-one healthcare coverage, company-paid parental leave, a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6%, career development opportunities, education assistance, and paid time away from work to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

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