Group Product Manager - Concrete Products

Role Description

The Group Product Manager for Concrete Products will manage the short- and long-term P&L of the product line, increase the working capital turns of the portfolio, expand the business with new products, and lead cross-functional teams through the New Product Development Process.

• Develop category’s product strategies to meet or exceed the company’s overall strategy and goals.
• Identify necessary projects to execute the strategy for product lines within their responsibility.
• Partner with international teams to identify high impact opportunities to drive growth globally.
• Understand market trends to ensure product strategy aligns with customer needs; develop and execute product roadmap.
• Develop and deliver operating plan for assigned portfolio.
• Track, forecast, and present new product financial performance monthly.
• Lead development of product roadmaps based on product strategies, NPD program financials, and channel strategies.
• Conduct regular VOC visits to understand target market segments, end user needs, and pain points for the product portfolio.
• Responsible for NPD programs from ideation to commercialization.
• Ensure delivery of winning new products through end-user focused market requirements, aligned business case, design trade-off management, succinct end user messaging, and price positioning for optimal profitability.
• Validate Product CTQs, Testing & Claims with End Users.
• Effectively communicate to external audiences the product differentiation, product positioning, and value proposition.
• Identify and execute plans to deliver productivity in the category to remain competitive without sacrificing customer valued product features.
• Ensure processes are followed to successfully develop new products and deliver on time to commitment dates.
• Develop brand and product positioning strategy by product line, including target financial profitability objectives.
• Manage, develop, and mentor a team of Product Managers to achieve business goals.

Qualifications

• BS or BA in Marketing, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of Product Management experience.
• 3+ years of management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments and projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Experience working in a matrix environment.
• Strong project management skills.
• Domestic/International travel required (15%).

Preferred Qualifications

• Consumer products experience.
• Experience working directly with retailers or other large customers.
• Experience working for a large global company.
• Experience working in a matrixed reporting structure.
• Experience conducting primary consumer research.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
• Career paths aren’t linear; opportunities to grow and develop skills along multiple career paths.
• Access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Experience a diverse and inclusive culture with mutual respect and appreciation for a wide range of perspectives.
• Opportunities to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism and sustainable business practices.

Salary Information

The Salary range for this position is $95,600.00 - $153,900.00. The salary offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and in compliance with local wage requirements.