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Associate Product ManagerMakita U.S.A., Inc. • La Mirada, CA, US
Associate Product Manager

Associate Product Manager

Makita U.S.A., Inc. • La Mirada, CA, US
Hace 9 días
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  • A tiempo completo
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Job Description

Power Up Your Career with Makita USA!!!

At Makita USA, we believe our employees are the driving force behind our success. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. When you join Makita, you become part of a dynamic, innovative, and team-oriented culture that values hard work and dedication.

Makita is a worldwide leader in the professional power tool industry. Over the past 100 years, we have built a reputation for using the finest raw materials, the most advanced manufacturing equipment, and the most rigorous quality testing in the industry. Headquartered in La Mirada, CA, Makita U.S.A., with offices in Reno, NV, Wilmer, TX, and Flowery Branch, GA, has brought Makita's best-in-class engineering advantage to professional power tool users in America since 1970.

Job Summary : The Associate Product Manager is responsible for assisting in product planning and execution throughout the product lifecycle of Makita’s range of tools. This includes prioritizing between current products and new product development, continually gathering and defining “the voice of the customer” requirements as they relate to new product development, defining the product vision and strategy for a variety of end-user markets, and working cross-functionally with engineering, sales, operations, creative, purchasing, and customer service to ensure company goals are achieved. The Associate Product Manager’s job also includes working on various projects to support the marketing team’s core objectives. This position is based out of Makita’s corporate office in La Mirada, California.

Salary : $60,000 - $90,000 Per Year

  • Candidates must be in, or near La Mirada, CA

The Associate Product Manager, Tools will be expected to :

  • Ideate, participate and help define the product strategy and roadmap
  • Both assist with and lead market research, competitive product testing, and pricing analysis initiatives
  • Conduct ongoing product category research and identify trends, opportunities, and positionings for both current products and future product offerings
  • Produce competitive product analysis materials
  • Write effective product copy and specifications to be used throughout marketing collateral
  • Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with and influence cross-functional teams
  • Lead and manage the internal packaging design workflow for assigned products
  • Assist in launching new products to our organization through multiple mediums
  • Work with creative and channel teams in developing promotional campaigns
  • Help to create sales tools and marketing collateral
  • Track, collect, and manage online reviews of products and communication to user follow-ups
  • Prioritize between projects of various topics and complete those projects on time
  • Think creatively to develop solutions
  • Effectively communicate with both internal and external colleagues and partners
  • Present confidently and passionately in a variety of meeting and presentation settings
  • Be an expert for Makita and the competition
  • Act as a leader within the company
  • Both co-manage and independently manage product lines
  • Use power tools
  • Experience and knowledge :

  • Product Management experience is preferred, but not required
  • Self-starter, with the ability to work well independently and with others in a team environment
  • Excellent communication skills in person, on the phone, in writing, and on video calls
  • A solid understanding of the e-comm, retail, and industrial buying environments
  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing or business-related field or equivalent related work experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Bilingual a plus. (Spanish preferred)
  • Must be willing to travel up to 10% of the time
  • Experience within the power tool industry is preferred, but not required
  • Our Benefits Include :

    🔹 Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options after 30 days of employment
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  • Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and well-being
  • Paid subscription to Headspace and 5 other members of your choice
  • 💰 Financial Security

  • Competitive pay & performance-based incentives
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Basic Term Life insurance is 100% company paid
  • Long term Disability Coverage 100% company paid
  • Disability Coverage
  • Voluntary Coverage : Critical illness, accidental, hospital indemnity, whole life and supplemental life plans.
  • ⏳Work-Life Balance

  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays)
  • Employee discounts on Makita tools and accessories - because we know you love quality tools!
  • 🚀Career Growth & Development

  • Training programs (if posting for sales add)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Internal promotion opportunities
  • Collaborative, innovative work environment
  • Join Makita USA and power up your career with a company that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence !

    📢 Explore Opportunities & Apply Today!

    Disclaimer :

    This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all of the elements of the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet production, scheduling, or staffing needs.

    Equal Opportunity Statement :

    The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, veteran status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, medical (including genetic characteristics or cancer diagnosis), actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. All such discrimination is prohibited. Additionally, the Company will provide registered domestic partners with all rights and benefits as required by Law. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits employers from requesting or requiring genetic information of an individual or family member of the individual. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws and providing equal employment opportunities.

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