Product Manager, Lighting

United Electric Supply; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(K) and Stock Ownership

Paid Vacation and holidays

Educational Benefits

Wellness Programs

Eligible for Bonus

Job summary

A multi-regional electrical products supplier is seeking a Product Manager in Maryland. This role involves overseeing project teams, ensuring operational efficiency, and coaching employees for optimal performance. The ideal candidate will have strong conflict resolution skills and a proven record in team development. Competitive compensation and benefits are included, with a salary range of $80,000 to $100,000 annually and full-time employment offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in effective conflict resolution in fast-paced environments.
• Record of successful employee development.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day activities of the Project Team.
• Reinforce pre-determined processes for task management.
• Work closely with HR for team development.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Employee development

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Customer focus

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

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Company Overview

United Electric Supply Co. Inc. is a nationally recognized, 100% employee‑owned company and a large multi‑regional supplier of electrical products and advanced services for the construction and industrial markets. The company offers a full range of electrical products and services with concentrations in industrial automation, building automation, lighting, wire/cable/conduit, distribution and control, data communications, electro‑mechanical and energy solutions. With over 300 employees, United Electric is headquartered in New Castle, Delaware with locations throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, Virginia and New York.

Position Summary

This position generates gross profit dollars through the sale of lighting and control products. It manages critical projects from order inception through final completion, ensuring an accurate and smooth process for the customer. The role requires coaching and development to ensure the best performance possible.

Position Responsibilities

• Reinforce pre‑determined process around how projects move through the team and identify areas of improvement within that process.
• Manage the day‑to‑day activities of the Project Team, establishing efficiency metrics.
• Work with HR to develop a team of employee‑owners to their highest performance possible.
• Direct activities of project administrators and quotations specialists.
• Work closely with sales management on strategy and/or strategy implementation.
• Resolve customer and vendor disputes.
• Participate in annual planning process.
• Identify projects where Instant Rebate Program can be utilized.
• Work with Marketing to drive promotions.
• Work with purchasing on inventory levels for the Stock Guide to drive adequate inventory turns.
• Build positive relationships with employees, vendors, and customers.
• Participate in joint sales calls to understand customer needs.
• Work with operations regarding logistics around managing jobs.
• Conduct performance reviews annually.
• Complete time and attendance for reports.
• Market capabilities internally and externally.
• Address underperformance and develop improvement plans for underperformers.
• Conduct monthly team meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Commitment to Safety

• Adhere to all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Act in a safe and positive manner always, ensuring that those around you do not put themselves or others at risk. Your personal safety is your responsibility.
• Complete an accident/Incident report for any safety and/or health infractions that occur or are witnessed.
• Support all United Electric health, safety and environmental policies for all employees within your branch.

Qualifications

• Experience in effective conflict resolution fast‑paced environments.
• A record of successful employee development.
• Proficient in multitasking and strong attention to detail.
• Customer/Client focused.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Professional phone manners.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Associates and/or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• High School Diploma required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Disability Insurance and Life Insurance.
• 401(K) and Stock Ownership.
• Paid Vacation and holidays.
• Educational Benefits.
• Wellness Programs.
• Work/Life Balance.
• Eligible for Bonus.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: $80,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr (Base pay range).

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Product Management and Marketing