Product Manager- Akron Brass

IDEX; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO

Career development opportunities

Job summary

IDEX is seeking a skilled Product Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives across engineering, marketing, sales, and operations. This role drives product line growth and profitability throughout the lifecycle using market insights to define strategies and roadmaps.

The position emphasizes collaboration with no direct authority, focusing on revenue, margin, and vitality metrics. Ideal candidates have extensive product management experience and a strong background in the fire industry.

Qualifications

• Twelve+ years in product management, preferably in the fire industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong business acumen with cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience using strategic marketing tools and frameworks.
• Financial planning, budgeting, and reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage product line performance, including revenue and margin.
• Develop, execute, and maintain product line strategies, plans, and roadmaps.
• Define, launch, and track all new product offerings.
• Create and implement product line marketing plans.
• Lead and oversee the product development process; collaborate with teams.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Product management

Strategic marketing

Financial planning

Sales/marketing alignment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience

12+ years of product management experience

Job description

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.The Product Manager is responsible for leading cross-functional initiatives through influence and structured planning. This role is primarily accountable for driving product line growth and profitability throughout the product lifecycle. Key metrics include product line revenue, margin, and vitality. While the Product Manager does not have direct authority over commercial, technical, and operations resources, the role requires active collaboration and engagement with these teams to achieve business objectives.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESManage product line performance. Including revenue and marginApply 8020 principles to optimize product offerings and manage lifecycle complexityDevelop, execute, and maintain product line strategies, product plans, and roadmaps based on market insightsDefine, launch, and track all new product offeringsCreate and implement product line marketing plansLead and oversee the product development processParticipate in setting overall business strategic directionParticipate in executing overall business strategyAll other duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND REQUIRED ABILITIESStrong business acumen with a results-driven mindsetProven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teamsExperience utilizing strategic marketing tools and frameworksDemonstrated product management experienceTrack record of successfully implementing large projects or process improvementsSolid understanding of financial planning, budgeting, and reportingEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCETwelve+ years in product management with strong consideration for candidates within the fire industry.Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds or over 20 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. May be exposed to various workplace hazards, including chemicals, machinery, and noise. Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential.Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?Total RewardsThe compensation range for this position is $99,800.00 - $149,600.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.Benefits PackageOur comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail] for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.This posting is for an existing vacancy.Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants.