80 / 20 Aluminum Extrusion Product Manager

Overview

GCG Automation & Factory Solutions is looking for an experienced and strategic Product Manager to take ownership of our 80/20 aluminum extrusion product line within the GCG Automation & Factory Solutions (AFS) territory. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in shaping and driving the go-to-market strategy for this product line to expand our presence and increase market share across the Midwest. Working closely with our sales and technical teams, you’ll be the driving force behind targeted growth initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to craft data-driven sales campaigns and identify emerging market opportunities. 

This role combines your product expertise, industry insight, and strategic planning skills to position the 80/20 product line for substantial growth, fostering innovation while ensuring our solutions meet the evolving needs of our customers.

While this role offers a remote work arrangement, we are seeking candidates in one of the following areas to allow for ease of travel to our locations as well as suppliers:

• Dayton, OH
• Milwaukee, WI
• Pittsburgh, PA
• Cleveland, OH
• Detroit, MI

What you’ll do

• Strategy Development: Craft and implement strategic growth plans, utilizing techniques such as SWOT analysis to identify and leverage opportunities
• Product Expertise: Serve as a key resource for product knowledge and market insights, supporting sales teams in delivering technical, engineered solutions
• Customer Engagement: Build and strengthen relationships with clients, providing tailored solutions to meet their needs and support long-term success
• Sales Support: Work closely with the sales team on sales strategies, promotions, and solution-based selling to drive results
• Market Analysis: Use CRM tools and analytics to monitor performance, analyze trends, and offer insights for continued product and strategy refinement
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product management, supply chain, and operations to ensure product availability and timely delivery
• Mentorship & Training: Guide and develop sales and technical teams to enhance their understanding of product applications and industry trends

What you’ll bring

• Minimum 7 years in T-slotted aluminum extrusion systems with a history of driving growth
• Proven leadership in cross-functional settings and ability to influence without direct authority
• Strong communication and presentation skills, adept at translating technical concepts
• Proficiency in CRM systems and sales analytics
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field is preferred
• Willingness to travel (up to 50%) across the Midwest

What we offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• PTO and paid holidays
• Hybrid work arrangement with flexibility
• Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and growth

About GCG

At GCG, our mission is to power, connect, and automate our world.  With the responsive DNA of a startup and the size of a global leader, we offer top brands and extensive value-added services that make us an invaluable partner to our customers in multiple industry verticals across the globe.  We are committed to meeting the needs of our customers, while focusing attention on our responsibility to the environment, our associates and the communities we serve.

GCG is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. These duties and responsibilities listed above are judged to be "essential functions" in terms of the Americans With Disabilities Act, or ADA. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Furthermore, the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.