Product Manager

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Position Overview:

The Product Manager is responsible for driving growth profitability and innovation across assigned product areas. This role partners closely with Sales Operations Procurement and Suppliers to develop and manage a differentiated product portfolio that delivers value to customers and positions Composites One as a trusted leader in the composites industry. The Product Manager leverages market industry and product expertise to guide strategic initiatives communicate trends and support both internal and external stakeholders while owning performance against defined business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Strategy & Portfolio Management

• Develop and execute long-term product strategies and comprehensive product marketing plans that position Composites Oneas an innovative dependable and dynamic partner in the composites industry.
• Leverage Composites Onescompetitive advantages and the unique role of distribution to drive market differentiation and profitable growth.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to implement strategic initiatives and develop contingency plans to address evolving market dynamics.
• Create and recommend pricing and procurement strategies that ensure reliable supply optimize profitability increase inventory turns and reduce aged inventory.
• Identify and evaluate new suppliers products and technologies to expand and strengthen Composites Onesproduct portfolio.

Supplier Partnerships

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships that create value for customers while driving revenue and margin growth.
• Align with suppliers on vision and strategic direction to capitalize on shared growth opportunities.
• Negotiate macro-level pricing inventory positions and freight strategies to reduce COGS and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Routinely assess the product portfolio to identify gaps redundancies and obsolescence ensuring offerings remain innovative and market-relevant.

Market & Competitive Analysis

• Research analyze and monitor global market trends to identify growth opportunities and mitigate competitive risks.
• Analyze product supply chains to anticipate availability constraints and potential price increases.
• Develop and communicate market insights and trend summaries to internal stakeholders recommending actions to address risks and opportunities.
• Monitor import and export activity to ensure continued competitiveness.
• Partner with customers suppliers industry groups and advocacy organizations to support broader composites industry growth.

Field & Sales Support

• Collaborate with Sales Managers and Sellers to align strategies across Composites One customers and suppliers.
• Develop training materials and communication tools to equip the Field Sales team with current product and market knowledge.
• Conduct customer visits alongside sales teams to provide product training share market insights identify needs and strengthen relationships.
• Attend and participate in industry trade shows and events.

Expected Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business-to-business marketing sales technical service engineering or business management.
• Bachelors degree required; preferred fields include business marketing or engineering.
• Equivalent combinations of education training and experience will be considered.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook) within a Windows environment.
• Ability to influence and lead without direct authority; high energy emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels including customers and suppliers.
• Strong planning prioritization and organizational skills to manage multiple product lines in a global environment.
• Self-starter capable of working independently in a fast-paced multifaceted environment and driving innovation.
• Ability to define vision set direction and translate strategy into actionable tactics.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience working with SAP.
• Composites industry experience.

Discover a Fulfilling Career:

At Composites One our Team Members are the cornerstone of our success. Each role is essential in helping us provide exceptional service to our Customers. We cultivate a culture of empowerment and opportunity fostering both personal and professional growth.

We believe in driving success and appreciating achievement. Our Team Members are eligible for annual bonuses and profit sharing because when the company thrives we all benefit. Join us and be part of a Team where your hard work and dedication are valued and together we achieve great things.

Respect Teamwork and Communication are Woven into our Core Values:

Our guiding principle of Respect Teamwork and Communication embodies the spirit of our Core Values. We uphold these principles every day as we strive to make a positive impact for our Customers our Team and the world around us.

Benefits:

Explore our comprehensive health retirement wellness and professional growth programs in detail here.

Commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion

At Composites One all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age marital status sexual orientation gender identity veteran status disability or other protected classification as defined by applicable law and regulation.

ADA Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request accommodation please contact the ADA Coordinator by email at .

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