Product Manager

Leviton Manufacturing; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Life, Disability, Accident insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Leviton in Bothell, WA is seeking a Product Manager to maintain and grow product portfolios across electrical and data networks. You will analyze market trends, manage lifecycle activities, and collaborate with engineering, sales, and marketing to shape product strategy and launches.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in Product Management, strong analytical skills, and experience with data networks. Hybrid work options and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business field is required.
• MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 3 years’ Product Management experience.
• Experience with data communication cables, networking, LAN market is a plus.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and operations processes is a plus.
• Strong mathematical and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage new and existing product portfolios with lifecycle analysis.
• Develop and set product strategies based on sales and market data.
• Lead cross-functional teams in product development or sustaining projects.
• Present product training and research at sales meetings.
• Monitor competitors and market trends to guide strategy.
• Provide advisory input to Engineering, Operations, Marketing, and Sales.
• Develop supporting launch materials with Marketing.
• Pricing and positioning of products.
• Attend customer visits and gather feedback.

Skills

Strong mathematical and analytical,

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solver

Strategic Thinker

Relationship Builder

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

SharePoint

Excel

Job description

About Leviton

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.

About the role

This position is responsible for maintaining and growing sales and margin for assigned product lines. Provides competitive and market landscape analysis and emerging technology assessment. Also responsible for examining, developing, and recommending product strategies for assigned product groups.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing new and existing product portfolios inclusive of lifecycle analysis and tactical product management of sustaining product lines


• Responsible for examining, developing, and setting product strategies inclusive of conducting regular review of sales activities by product, market transition and market share


• Champions research and analysis required for new product development process including all applicable project deliverables and requirements


• Takes ownership and manages all elements of the product development process from conception (e.g. writing business cases) to discontinuation to align with the business unit’s strategy


• Leads and directs project teams in the development or sustaining process to execute projects and assignments


• Attends sales meetings and visit customers and end-users as required; conducting product training presentations and research


• Be a source of intelligence concerning product and market specific issues, including the economy, competitors, and business, technology and applications trends via the Internet and appropriate trade publications


• Maintains an ongoing awareness of strategic competitive activities, knows competitors’ products, solutions and positioning well, and is able to efficiently convey Leviton strategic advantages over our competitors.


• Responsible for examining and analyzing product lines' performance encompassing, but not limited to, profitability, forecasting and inventory levels


• Shall be fully knowledgeable of assigned product group and applications to act in an advisory capacity regarding product information to Engineering, Operations, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, sales organization, and technical teams


• Assists in the development of supporting new product launch material with Marketing


• Developing product pricing and positioning strategies

Qualifications

Technical:

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills


• Working knowledge of manufacturing and operations processes a plus


• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) along with Power BI and SharePoint


• Understand networking/structured cabling architecture, components, specifications, interfaces and limitations a plus


• Working knowledge of applicable industry technologies, standards and regulatory requirements a plus

Behavioral:

• Attention to Detail – Ensure accuracy in work product, documentation, and processes to maintain high standards


• Problem-Solver – Strong problem-solving skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions


• Critical Thinking – Ability to think critically and make informed decisions to optimize performance


• Strategic Thinker – Ability to think strategically and make informed decisions to support the organizations goals


• Relationship Builder – Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with key stakeholders

Education & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business field is required


• MBA a plus

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ Product Management experience


• Previous knowledge or experience of data communication cables, networking, and the LAN market a plus


• Previous knowledge or experience in residential (single family or multi-family) construction a plus


• Working knowledge of manufacturing and operations processes a plus

What We Offer

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical (with an HSA option), Dental, Vision and Rx coverage beginning the 1st day of the month following your start date


• 401(k) Program with employer matching contributions. Participation begins immediately upon hire; employer match begins after 1 year of service


• Life, Disability, Accident and Critical Illness insurance options


• Up to 11 paid Holidays


• Up to 18 days Paid Time Off

Other perks include Volunteer Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Advocacy Program, Bereavement Leave, and additional wellness incentive programs.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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Pay Range

($100,000 - $125,000 per year)

For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits

Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensurethe legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544.