Product Manager - Class 1

KION Group; Summerville (SC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KION North America is seeking a highly motivated Class 1 Product Manager to drive the strategy, development, and successful launch of material handling equipment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate market needs into competitive features and offerings.

In this role, you will engage with customers, analyze market trends, and ensure products meet performance and revenue targets, while traveling domestically and internationally as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of product management experience in the material handling industry with Class 1 equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with product management software.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (about 30%).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the product strategy for Class 1 material handling equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and manufacturing to define features and performance requirements.
• Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities for differentiation.
• Monitor competitors and adapt strategies to sustain market share.
• Plan and execute product launches with marketing and sales teams.
• Engage with customers to gather feedback and advocate for their needs.
• Create training materials and conduct sessions for internal teams and partners.
• Track product performance and revenue against targets.
• Stay up-to-date with industry regulations and standards.

Skills

Product Management

Market Analysis

Cross-functional Collaboration

Travel Readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

KION North America, a leading provider of material handling solutions, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Class 1 Product Manager to join our dynamic team. As a Product Manager, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our product portfolio, driving innovation, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Join our team at KION North America and become an integral part of our success in delivering high-quality material handling solutions. Apply today and embark on an exciting journey of innovation and customer satisfaction! Ce que nous proposons: Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Product Strategy: Develop and execute the product strategy for Class 1 material handling equipment, considering market trends, competitive analysis, and customer needs. Product Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, design, and manufacturing to define and prioritize product features, specifications, and performance requirements. Market Analysis: Conduct market research to identify emerging customer demands, market trends, and opportunities for product differentiation. Utilize this information to guide product development decisions. Competitive Analysis: Stay informed about competitor offerings, pricing, and market positioning. Identify areas of competitive advantage and develop strategies to maintain or improve market share. Product Launch: Plan and execute successful product launches, working closely with marketing and sales teams to develop effective go-to-market strategies. Customer Engagement: Engage with customers to understand their requirements, gather feedback, and identify improvement opportunities. Act as a customer advocate within the organization. Product Training: Develop comprehensive product training materials and conduct training sessions for internal stakeholders, sales teams, and channel partners. Performance Monitoring: Monitor product performance, analyze sales data, and collaborate with sales teams to ensure product targets and revenue goals are met. Industry Knowledge: Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, regulations, and standards related to material handling equipment. Tâches et qualifications: Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. MBA is a plus. Proven experience (minimum 5 years) as a Product Manager within the material handling industry, specifically with Class 1 equipment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with product management software. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required. Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with warehousing equipment and technology. Travel Requirement: About 30% #LI-JR1 Les marques KION font avancer le monde – à l’échelle mondiale, régionale et locale. KION est la société spécialisée dans les solutions pour la chaîne d’approvisionnement. Avec plus de 42 000 collaborateurs dans plus de 100 pays, nous permettons des chaînes d’approvisionnement intelligentes, durables et fiables dans le monde entier – partout où des marchandises sont stockées, déplacées ou livrées. KION offre à ses clients une gamme complète de solutions pour préparer leurs chaînes d’approvisionnement à l’avenir. Nos marques internationales, Linde Material Handling, STILL et Baoli, et nos marques régionales, Fenwick et OM, sont synonymes d’innovation technologique de pointe, d’automatisation intelligente et d’excellence du service dans les chariots élévateurs et équipements d’entrepôt. Dematic complète cette expertise grâce à des technologies d'automatisation de pointe et à des solutions logicielles assistées par IA qui optimisent l’intralogistique dans l’entreposage, la production et la distribution. Que ce soit localement ou globalement, nous offrons des opportunités de carrière passionnantes dans un environnement innovant façonné par nos valeurs fondamentales: Intégrité, Coopération, Courage et Excellence. Ensemble, nous créons la magie des solutions pour la chaîne d’approvisionnement. Rejoignez notre équipe – Push it forward.