Product Manager
Rockford, IL - USA
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Job Summary
The Product Manager is responsible to drive innovation and strategic direction for their product lines. The Product Manager works cross-functionally to develop the new product plan and identify and drive improvements to the existing product portfolio. This role leads facilitates or otherwise participates in day-to-day activities of his/her product portfolio including but not limited to customer visits pricing forecasting sales training category management and sourcing and operational addition you will be responsible for identifying new product opportunities and working cross functionally to develop the products and bring them to position reports to the Director of Product Management.
- Develop and execute strategies for Greenlee Electrical and Utility products including the evaluation of new business opportunities
- Develop plans that drive the growth of existing product lines through new product development
- Execute and leverage market research to align customer needs with new product development and product messaging
- Guide new product programs from conception through introduction with an ability to work across multiple disciplines
- Understand and leverage the competitive advantages for Greenlee professional electrical distribution channels
- Prepare and present strategic planning presentations to senior management
- Lead cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence
Establishes and maintains effective customer relationships. Steps up to handle difficult challenges. Cooperates with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives. Adapts the message to the audience. Consistently applies a business driver and marketplace focus when prioritizing actions.
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.
- Academic focus in marketing engineering or similar subject matter.
- 3-5 years minimum in product management or equivalent business experience.
- Strong analytical quantitative skills and financial acumen.
- Aptitude to quickly learn how to operate professional-grade tools including the mechanical and electrical principles that underlie their design.
- Ability to form a deep understanding of customer needs and write compelling value propositions and messages.
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Should be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently as well as with groups.
Strong project management skills.
- MBA or Masters Degree.
- Experience within the mechanical electrical or plumbing markets preferred.
At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible competitive benefits plans to meet you and your familys physical mental financial and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans with dental and vision coverage Employee Assistance Program 401(k) tuition reimbursement employee resource groups recognition and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal) vacation and holiday leave.
Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary within the local market in which we operate and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The base salary range for this role is between $100000 - $125000annually with a 10% bonus commensurate with the skills talent capabilities and experience each candidate brings to a role.
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Emerson has refocused its business portfolio to deliver solutions that bring greater value to our customers. About Emerson We concentrate on the most complex, profound challenges facing the world in the process, industrial, commercial and residential markets. Our global talent, best-i ... View more