Product Manager

Job Summary
Pearson Packaging Systems is seeking a Product Manager to lead the strategy, development, and lifecycle management of our machinery and aftermarket solutions. Your scope includes new machinery development and aftermarket solutions, encompassing spare parts, consumables, machine upgrades, rebuilds, and retrofit programs that enhance system performance, extend equipment life, and improve total cost of ownership for customers.

Does this sound like you?

You like to solve problems for customers. You thrive on delivering custom solutions and work closely with Regional Sales Managers on projects that require a deeper level of technical expertise or nonstandard solutions, ensuring every opportunity is validated and refined to meet customer needs.

You know how to keep things organized and appreciate collaboration. You maintain accurate product roadmaps and product requirement documents and you are a go-to resource for various teams such as sales, project management, and finance.

New and emerging technology excites you. You’ll help teams on the outlook for new technologies and changes in the market, and anticipate the changes needed to move our products in the right direction.

How you will contribute to our growth:

• Pricing Strategy and Market Analysis: You will be responsible for understanding the market landscape to set and monitor competitive product pricing. This includes determining whether to build or buy solutions, managing product margins, and compiling all relevant product requirements and costs.
• Evaluation of Requests for Customizations: When new requests for equipment or application modifications come in, you will assess the underlying needs and determine whether they are feasible or necessary. This involves collaborating closely with sales to ensure that the requests are driven by genuine customer requirements rather than just quick approvals, focusing on the long-term impact of customizations such as non-recurring engineering costs.
• Managing Custom Programs for Existing Customers: You will evaluate and manage custom programs for existing customers and collaborating with technical teams to explore potential solutions. Once approved, you will oversee the development and ensure the projects meet customer needs and expectations.
• Product Development Evaluation: You will lead the evaluation of new product development opportunities, including conducting market research, competitive analysis, and voice-of-customer initiatives. You will define product roadmaps, create detailed product requirement documents, and conduct business evaluations to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Adapting to Market Trends and Technology: Staying informed about new technologies and shifts in the marketplace will be crucial in ensuring that the company’s product offerings remain relevant. You will analyze emerging trends and help guide product strategies to adapt to market changes effectively.

What you will need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or a technically related field, or equivalent
• Minimum five years product management experience or equivalent background
• Proven ability to set strategic direction and manage the entire product life cycle effectively
• Strong judgment and the ability to lead and facilitate cross-functional meetings, committees, and teams with professionalism
• Effective and creative problem-solving skills with a focus on collaboration and innovation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to organize, present, and address complex issues clearly and effectively

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Yearly pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Spokane, WA 99224: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,000 - $150,000