Job description
Sr. Product Manager - Connected Consumer Products
JOB PURPOSE
The Product Manager combines innovative thinking and analytics with an understanding of market dynamics to develop and manage the next generation of best-selling connected consumer products.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND OTHER DUTIES
Manage the product development process from concept through successful launch by working closely with industrial and graphic designers, engineering, sales, finance, operations, external manufacturing, and other product development team members.
Along with Category Director, will develop product strategies and roadmaps. Specifically, identify the function, feature set and desired look of a product with a focus on products that stand out in marketplace and resonate with the customer.
Channel management: Develop and manage products and programs across multiple trade channels.
Develop and maintain competitive studies of relevant products and categories, as well as analytical capabilities utilizing syndicated market performance data such as retail POS, NPD, Nielsen, etc.
Seek out and apply knowledge of new trends and innovation to identify not only new products but also opportunities within packaging, merchandising and other communication vehicles.
Guide the App Development process working with Engineering, IOT, and external vendors.
Develop a robust content management plan, work with external content providers, and deliver meaningful content to increase value to the consumer
Monitor category performance to ensure sales volume and profit goals are met.
Work hand in hand with the sales organization to prepare and deliver presentations to key customers as the product matter expert.
Daily communication with partner factories in Asia.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Adaptable and able to work under pressure – is flexible, maintains effectiveness by adjusting behavior, work routines, and habits to meet a goal and/or changing circumstances. Is seen as balanced despite the conflicting demands of the situation.
Communication skills - shares and receives information using clear oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Actively listens, provides constructive feedback, and demonstrates respect for differing views. Shares information with others.
Teamwork and collaboration - Collaborates with colleagues to achieve results in alignment with the operations and mission of the Company.
Innovation and change management - uses personal knowledge and professional experience to envision the future, anticipate change, capitalize on opportunities, and develop innovative options that further the strategic direction of the organization
Job mastery and continuous learning - demonstrates responsibility for one’s own career path and continues learning by identifying and applying new skills as needed to perform successfully on the job.
Leadership skills – the ability to influence, which maximizes the efforts of others, towards the achievement of a goal.
Negotiation skills - applies effective questioning and listening techniques to determine other parties' positions. Presents own position so that it is clearly understood. Settles differences without damaging relationships; is both direct and forceful as well as diplomatic. Quickly gains trust of others; ensures that agreed-upon alternatives have the support of all parties involved.
Analytical and problem-solving skills - works systematically and logically to resolve problems, identify causation, and anticipate unexpected results. Manages issues by drawing on own experience and knowledge and calls on other resources, as necessary.
Results orientation and execution -demonstrates the ability to analyze situations or problems, make timely and sound decisions, construct plans and achieve optimal results.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or other relevant areas.
Minimum 5 years of relevant product development /marketing experience.
Proven track record of developing cutting edge consumer products that have been successful in the retail marketplace.
Strong product development background with demonstrated knowledge of product management throughout entire product life cycle.
Minimum of 2 years in development of IOT or connected consumer devices
Experience managing a consumer product that had evolving content as part of the value proposition is a plus
WORKING CONDITIONS
Fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture with changing priorities
Available to work extended hours on occasion
Willing and available to travel, including overseas travel on short notice
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel