What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Manager position at EASTERN MANUFACTURING, INC.?
As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.
PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF FUNCTION
The Product Manager oversees all aspects related to the development and maintenance of Product Lines offered by the company and the reporting responsibility to upper management.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Coordinates the development of product line offering for market leadership position. Develops Product Mangers for each product group and support their needs in defining product line content and market positioning. New product opportunities, market pricing strategies, competitive analysis, vendor relations, sales support and marketing information will be defined by product management. Product development will be a functional area assuring that product offerings are competitive, aligned with market needs, and provide for maximum sales opportunities. Prepares performance reports for each product category and make specific recommendations for line content and changes. The team will introduce and maintain a product offering that generates revenue and profit in compliance with company standards. Prepares spreadsheets, databases and presentations for executive review, sales meetings, and customer training. Communication between internal departments and external field sales and customers. Attendance at industry events, trade show and training seminars will be required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Experience in managing and leading multiple team members. Leadership skills. Organization and planning skills in service of prioritization, shifting business needs, task delegation, coordination with other departments as needed. Strong conceptual skills, superior interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate actively and proactively with others in a cross-functional team. Excellent communication skills. General automotive mechanical skills are a plus. Proficiency Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Ability to handle competing priorities and shift focus as dictated by changing business needs. Must have STRONG Excel knowledge.
EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Marketing or equivalent related experience. Minimum 5 years’ experience in Aftermarket Product Knowledge.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL EFFORT
Office Environment – no significant lifting
Position % of time in position
Walking/Standing 10%
Sitting 90%
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
