Product Manager

Product Manager

This position is onsite at the Corporate Headquarters located in Kenosha, WI.

People know Snap-on for the quality of our products, but we know that it is the passion and character of our people that make our company a global leader. With our diverse talents and deep pride in the Snap-on family of brands, we drive innovation and create value. We work hard together. We grow together. We are one Snap-on team.

Maintain full product line responsibility for assigned product portfolio. Gather and prioritize product and customer requirements in order to define the product vision, and plan and execute appropriately throughout the product lifecycle. Coordinate with engineering, field sales, marketing, and other support groups to ensure revenue goals and customer requirements are met. Leverage in-depth experience and knowledge to ensure that each product in the assigned portfolio is aligned with the organization's overall strategy and goals.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with other involved parties (such as, but not limited to, engineering, supply chain, operations, etc.) to facilitate all aspects of product development in order to guide product through product design cycle to completion within established timeline and financial parameters

Oversee all product management and product life cycle functions for assigned product line, including product planning, pricing, packaging, sales tracking, forecasts and trends, establishing appropriate inventory levels

Lead efforts to identify new and innovative products to meet the needs of our customers, while positioning assigned product line for continued growth and profitability

Provide technical and directional content for product-related training and promotional programs

Actively support and partner with the Industrial training team on programs and distance learning

Lead long-range planning for assigned product line, working with the sales field, marketing, and other involved parties

Create and communicate metrics for assigned product categories and initiatives

Collaborate with other groups including marketing, sales management, and suppliers to optimize product line profitability

Monitor inventory levels to ensure the success of product launches and adherence to established financial targets

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred; business or related field experience acceptable

Minimum of 5 - 7 years of demonstrated success in product development and management or engineering

Minimum of 3 - 5 years of technical experience in mechanical and / or electrical engineering, or related field

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present effectively to all levels both inside and outside the organization

Solid problem solving and analytical skills with demonstrated decision-making and negotiation skills

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Strong project management and time management capabilities

Past outside sales experience or experience with hand tools in the industrial tool market preferred

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite products, especially Excel and PowerPoint; basic understanding of database management and ERP and other business systems preferred

Up to 25% travel may be required (may include overnight stays)

Snap-on is a drug free work environment and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply.

Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply since we are not offering relocation assistance at this time.

Snap-on is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority / Female / Disabled / Veteran