Product Planning Manager

Paycom - ATS; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance and Short-Term Disabled

Paid Time-Off

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

DN Solutions is seeking a highly analytical Product Planning Manager to develop and execute product plans in the Turning and Milling business lines. You will conduct market research to identify customer needs and create product roadmaps. This position focuses on optimizing product performance and facilitating successful product launches.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and a minimum of 5 years of experience in the Machine Tool Industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of the current Machine Tool Industry is a must.
• Ability to evaluate product development strategies within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Conduct deep research to understand industry trends and customer needs.
• Collect and analyze customer data through surveys and interviews.
• Define a clear product roadmap, prioritizing features based on market needs.
• Develop plans for product launches with marketing strategies.
• Track launch performance and adjust strategies as needed.

Skills

Product development strategies

Market analysis

Networking skills

Data analysis

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: DNSA Schaumburg - Schaumburg, IL 60173, Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $160,000.00 Salary/year, Company Description

For over 50 years, DN Solutions has built machine tools that shape the world around us, including the cars we drive, the planes we fly, and the medical devices that save lives. We develop smart machines and customized solutions that advance these essential industries.

Are you looking to make a large impact in an evolving company?

Job Description

We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic Product Planning Manager to develop and execute comprehensive product plans, aligning with market needs in our Turning and Milling business lines. You will be responsible for conducting market research, identifying customer pain points, and creating detailed product/technology roadmap to guide the development and coordinating launch of new products and solutions. This role combines market analysis, product development, cross-team collaboration, and strategic planning, with a focus on optimizing product performance and sales.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct deep research to understand industry trends, competitor actions, and customer needs, identifying opportunities and risks for product development.
• Collect and analyze customer data through surveys and interviews to drive product improvements and new features.
• Work with cross-functional teams (R&D, AE, Automation, CS) to align on product strategy and ensure customer insights shape product decisions.
• Define a clear product roadmap, prioritizing features based on market and customer needs and guide the product development process.
• Develop plans for product launches, including marketing strategies, sales activation, and customer onboarding, while preparing sales materials (manuals, quotes, etc.).
• Track launch performance, adjust strategies as needed, and lead global product launches, ensuring successful local rollouts. Assess the economic impacts of supplier tooling costs, lead times, and unit costs.
• Create pricing strategies, forecast revenue, and monitor metrics to optimize pricing, sales, and profitability.
• Maintain relationships with HQ and participate in global product planning conferences.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of the current Machine Tool Industry is a must
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Ability to evaluate, understand product development strategies within United States.
• Strong networking skills needed to keep pace with contemporary manufacturing practices at better/best in class companies.
• Ability to use MS Office

Company Benefits

We offer competitive pay based on experience.

• 401(k)
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time-Off including vacation, sick time and Holidays
• Employee Referral Program

Our success is driven by our team of talented, dedicated individuals working closely together to meet or exceed customer expectations. Take the next step in your career and become part of our fast-growing company.

DN Solutions America is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.