Winchester Product Manager

Winchester; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 123,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Olin is seeking a Product Manager in Clayton, MO to lead strategy and performance for assigned product categories from concept through commercialization. You will partner with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Engineering and Manufacturing to launch new products, align production with demand, and drive profitable growth.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least five years in product development or related areas, plus strong pricing, inventory, and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or related technical field preferred.
• Minimum five years of Product Development, Sales, or related experience.
• Knowledge of firearms and ammunition.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; SAP experience preferred.
• Pricing direction and product line decision-making experience.
• Understanding of inventory and manufacturing schedules and their impact on sales.
• Demonstrated leadership, analytical skills, attention to detail, and collaboration abilities.
• Self-starter who thrives in a team environment.
• Driver's license and ability to travel ~10%.

Responsibilities

• Develop an annual business plan for assigned product categories with volume and profitability targets.
• Gather market intel and analyze competitive landscape.
• Set targets and profitability goals for all product lines.
• Provide technical specs and delivery estimates to support Sales.
• Ensure forecasts align with inventory and production plans.
• Monitor monthly sales performance and identify risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate with Production Planning to optimize capacity to meet sales goals.
• Lead creation and delivery of new products from ideation to launch.

Skills

Pricing strategy

Leadership

Inventory planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project management

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/Marketing

Tools

SAP

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Creative design software

Job description

Title: Product Manager

Location: Clayton, MO

Salary: $123,000 to $150,000

Schedule: Onsite, Monday through Friday

Focus: The Product Manager leads the strategy and performance of assigned product categories from concept through commercialization. Using market insights and business data, this role partners with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Manufacturing to launch new products, align production with demand, and drive profitable growth.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop an annual business plan for assigned product categories, including volume targets and profitability goals.


• Obtain market demand intel and have an in-depth understanding of the competitive landscape.


• Set volume targets and profitability goals for all assigned product lines.


• Create and supply technical specifications and delivery estimates for product lines to support Sales in executing business segment plans.


• Ensure business segment forecasts are accurate and attainable through inventory and planned production.


• Track monthly sales performance for assigned business segments and identify risks and opportunities.


• Work with Production Planning to ensure capacity is utilized to meet sales estimates/goals by monitoring sales, inventory, and production performance to provide daily run rate guidance.


• Drive the creation, introduction, and delivery of new products (ideation, naming, packaging design, engineering support, launch plans, pricing, set up, and planning).


• Job tasks can include oversight for the Centerfire and Rimfire product management.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree*; Business, Engineering, Engineering Management, Marketing, or related technical field discipline preferred.


• Minimum five years of Product Development, Sales, or other related experience.


• Knowledge of firearms and ammunition.


• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Experience with creative design software and SAP preferred.


• Must be highly engaged in pricing direction and decision-making at the product and product line level.


• Detailed understanding of inventory and manufacturing schedules and how those numbers impact sales projections.


• Demonstrated strong leadership, analytical, keen attention to detail, creative thinking, organizational, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, research, managing multiple priorities, meeting deadlines, problem-solving, and presentation skills.


• Individual must be a highly motivated self-starter who can thrive in a team-oriented environment.


• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to travel approximately 10%.

Location-Specific Requirements

This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.

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Degree Accreditation Requirement

*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

Sponsorship and Work Authorization

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.