Product Manager - Industrial

The AMES Companies, Inc.; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Product Manager to lead the strategic direction for their Industrial Fan categories. This role involves collaborating with various departments to execute a consumer-centric product roadmap, conducting insightful market research, and maintaining product portfolios. With a focus on competitive analysis and financial opportunities, the ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills to drive objectives forward. If you are passionate about product management and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of product development experience, preferably in Consumer Products.
• Proven experience in utilizing consumer research to identify opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct consumer research to understand trends and behaviors.
• Execute the consumer-centric product roadmap on time and within budget.

Skills

Consumer Research

Product Development

Competitive Analysis

Leadership

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

4-year college degree in Marketing

MBA

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Job Description

The Product Manager will play a critical role in establishing and executing the strategic and financial direction for our Industrial Fan categories. This individual will be responsible for mapping out and executing the product roadmap. The product manager will collaborate with and lead several departments within the company to drive objectives to action.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Drive Consumer Insights: Conduct consumer research to understand trends and behaviors that can translate into business opportunities. Develop proposals based on these findings to build out the product roadmap and portfolio.
2. Product Development: Execute the consumer-centric product roadmap on time and within budget. Lead the Product Development Stage Gate process by working cross-functionally to prepare and present stage gates. Work closely with the ID team to ensure the product is on trend and packaging reflects the product.
3. Product/Portfolio Maintenance: Develop and maintain product portfolios. Coordinate and execute annual SKU rationalization for the Industrial Fan category. Implement portfolio management projects such as product refreshes or modifications and system updates.
4. Competitive & Financial Analysis: Conduct and maintain competitive category and channel assessments. Understand category, marketplace, product positioning, and pricing to translate insights into financial opportunities.
5. Selling Stories: Develop product selling stories for internal and external customers, including main selling stories, catalog updates, product sell sheets, and price lists.

Education and Experience Requirements

• 4-year college degree with a marketing concentration; MBA preferred.
• 3-5 years of product development experience, preferably in Consumer Products.
• Proven experience in utilizing consumer research to identify opportunities and develop product strategies.
• Experience in trend awareness, planning, critical thinking, and innovation.

Special Qualifications or Skills

• Ownership approach to development.
• Drive objectives and goals to action.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to work across functions.
• Highly organized with strong time management and deadline skills.
• Strong analytical and KPI development capabilities.
• Good presentation skills, both verbal and written.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Product Management and Marketing
• Industries: Manufacturing