Product Manager I

Oatey; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Oatey is seeking a Product Manager I to drive product strategy and lifecycle in the Cleveland campus. You will collaborate with sales, development, operations and sourcing to grow profitable product lines.

You will conduct market research, define objectives, and lead cross-functional projects to deliver new products and enhancements, while supporting pricing, marketing and training initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in product management, marketing and/or business strategy development.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and creative problem-solving in a complex environment.
• Demonstrated success in developing product strategies and roadmaps.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain technical expertise for product categories and serve as subject matter expert for internal and external customers.
• Conduct market research with end users and distribution partners to identify challenges and opportunities.
• Analyze financial, technological and regulatory trends affecting customer needs.
• Define strategic outlook for product categories and set objectives to manage health of categories.
• Execute roadmap for product categories through new product introductions and line extensions.
• Manage lifecycle of products from ideation to obsolescence.
• Lead product development projects via stage-gate process with VOC interviews.
• Support go-to-market strategies for new and existing products.
• Collaborate with Brand/Channel teams to define value propositions.

Skills

Product management

Market research

Strategic planning

Communication

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics or Engineering

MBA or Masters preferred

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

20600 Emerald Parkway, Cleveland, Ohio 44135 United States of America

Why Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.

At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world.Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?

Position Summary

The Product Manager I position is responsible for developing and implementing product line strategies aligned with overall business goals to grow the business profitably. Product Managers serve as the subject matter expert for select applications and coordinate key projects and initiatives with other functions across the business (sales, product development, operations, sourcing andquality).

Position Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain technical expertise with respect to product categories and operate as a subject matter expert for both internal and external customers.
• Conduct market research with end users and distribution partners to define challenges and opportunities for our products.
• Analyze financial, technological and regulatory trends impacting the needs of customers and end users within the categories.
• Define the strategic outlook for product categories and develop specific objectives to manage the overall health of those product categories.
• Implement the strategic roadmap for product categories through new product introductions, line extensions and general maintenance activities.
• Manage all elements of the life cycle for products within defined categories, from initial ideation and research to obsolescence.
• Execute product development projects through a stage gate process, conducting voice-of-customer research interviews and integrating end user requirements into the development process.
• Support the go-to-market strategy for all new and existing products across markets.
• Support marketing communications programs in coordination with the Brand and Channel teams to define product value propositions to the market.
• Work with the pricing team to establish and refine standard pricing based on existing models, annual volume, and margin guidelines.
• Provide ongoing sales support for product lines through sales training, customer service support, and the development of effective marketing and training materials.
• Identify and recommend new markets to enter, and work with the commercial and marketing teams to develop market entry plans.
• Spend approximately 20% of time traveling.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Experience

• 3-5 yearsof experience in product management, marketing and/or business strategy development.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and creative problem-solving techniques in a highly complex environment.
• Demonstrated success in developing product strategies and roadmaps.
• Well-developed interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong writing, communication, analytical and presentation skills.
• Computer Proficiency: Power Point, Excel, Word etc.

Education and Certification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics or Engineering, or relevant equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
• MBA or Masters preferred.

Physical Activities and Other Working Conditions

• Associates working at Corporate sites are required to work in-person according to the Hybrid & Remote Workplace Policy.
• This role is primarily sedentary and involves prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer. Regular use of hands for typing and operating office equipment is required, along with visual focus on screens and documents. Occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 10–15 pounds may be required. Work is performed in a climate-controlled office or remote environment with moderate noise levels.
• 20% travel is required.

Compensation Range for the Position

$73,236.00 - $95,206.50 - $117,177.00 USD

Target Cash Profit Sharing for the Position

8.00%

Offer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent.

Oatey Total Rewards

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.