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Product Manager Automation

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The Product Manager of Automation is a highly entrepreneurial position that is responsible for many aspects of the product category. Included are product category planning and program structure, as well as product launch and sales strategy. In addition, the unique product attributes in Automation mean you will be expected to work closely with related departments on production planning, cost tracking, final assembly, delivery, and (if applicable) installation. There will be some direct sales activity for highly complex and customized products

Product Manager of Automation is generally responsible for managing products through the product lifecycle, gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirements, and establishing and maintaining product delivery timelines. He or She will work closely with engineering and sales to deliver winning products. The Product Manager of Automation will be responsible for ensuring the product offering and program elements support the company strategy and goals.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • Leads product development, strategy, and redesign from concept through development and manufacturing to market launch.
  • Develops product category roadmaps by identifying potential products, conducting market research, generating product requirements, and determining production timetables, pricing, and time-integrated plans for product introduction.
  • Determines customers’ needs and desires by engaging in the research needed to obtain market information. This includes calling on customers with field salespeople, performing demos, and evaluating sales call results.
  • Brings new products to market by analyzing proposed product requirements and product development programs, preparing return-on-investment analyses, and establishing time schedules with engineering, procurement, and manufacturing.
  • Be an expert with respect to the competition
  • Work with external third parties to assess partnerships and licensing opportunities
  • Develop the core positioning and messaging for the product
  • Develop sales tools and collateral
  • Provides information for management by preparing short-term and long-term product sales forecasts and special reports and analyses and answering questions and requests.
  • Facilitates inventory turnover and product availability by reviewing and adjusting inventory levels and production schedules.

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or similar field is required, MBA is a plus
  • Minimum of 4-6 year’s relevant work experience, including project management experience
  • 2 years’ experience in a job in the automation industry is a plus
  • Technical background and acumen in electro-mechanical machinery/products is required
  • Strong communication, presentation, and intrapersonal skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate complex processes within and across teams and departments
  • Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
  • Must be able to travel up to 25% of the time
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