Product Manager

Location: Columbus OH

Travel: Approximately 25% (U.S.)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $100.000 - $120000 Annually

Our client is a well-established distributor and solutions provider serving OEM manufacturers and equipment dealers throughout North America. They are seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead the strategy growth and technical support of a portfolio of small gasoline engines used across a variety of commercial and industrial applications.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in small engines outdoor power equipment OEM sales support or product management who enjoys working directly with customers engineering teams and sales professionals to bring innovative solutions to market.

• Manage the overall strategy positioning and profitability of a small engine product portfolio.
• Serve as the technical expert for customers sales teams and dealer partners.
• Support OEM customers by recommending engine solutions based on equipment applications.
• Partner with sales teams on new business opportunities product demonstrations and customer presentations.
• Work with engineering teams to support prototype development testing and product implementation.
• Develop product training materials sales tools and technical documentation.
• Assist with new product launches lifecycle management pricing strategies and product transitions.
• Support independent dealers with application guidance technical support and product training.
• Identify opportunities to replace competitive engine platforms with new product solutions.
• Monitor market trends competitive products and customer needs to drive future growth.

• 3 years of experience in Product Management Product Marketing Technical Sales OEM Sales Support Application Engineering or a related role.
• Previous experience with small gasoline engines outdoor power equipment utility engines generators lawn & garden equipment or similar mechanical products.
• Experience working with OEM customers distributors or dealer networks.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to explain technical concepts to customers.
• Experience supporting product launches pricing product positioning or product lifecycle management.
• Excellent communication presentation and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25%.

Experience with products or applications involving:

• Small gasoline engines
• Outdoor power equipment
• Commercial mowing equipment
• Utility engines
• Generators
• Pumps
• Construction equipment
• Agricultural equipment

Candidates with experience from organizations such as Honda Power Equipment Briggs & Stratton Kawasaki Engines Generac Toro Husqvarna STIHL Kubota Ariens Exmark Scag or similar manufacturers or distributors are highly encouraged to apply.

• Established and growing organization
• High-visibility Product Management role
• Opportunity to influence product strategy and business growth
• Collaborative environment with engineering sales and leadership teams
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunity to work with leading OEM customers across North America