Associate Product Manager

Associate Product ManagerLocation: Corporate HQ Easton, PA, USA Reports to: Product Director Position Type: Full-Time Note: No Agency Calls PleaseNo Visa sponsorship or OPT Applicants at this time *Relocation assistance is offered for this roleVictaulic is a global leader in mechanical pipe joining innovations and the world's leading producer of mechanical pipe joining solutions. Our commitment to innovation drives us to develop cutting-edge products that solve complex infrastructure challenges worldwide. Join our dynamic team where your analytical expertise will maximize product portfolio value and profitability.The Associate Product Manager is responsible for maximizing the value and profitability of Victaulic's mechanical product lines throughout their lifecycle—from launch support through maturity and end-of-life management. This role is technical at its core: you will work closely with engineers, understand how our products perform in the field, and apply that knowledge to drive portfolio decisions. The Associate Product Manager will analyze product performance, drive optimization initiatives, and manage portfolio rationalization efforts to ensure our product lines remain competitive and profitable. This role combines engineering insight with strategic thinking, offering hands-on experience across a global industrial product portfolio.Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyze Product Line Profitability across the portfolio using financial modeling and market analysis to identify improvement opportunities and underperforming productsLead Product Line Optimization initiatives to enhance product performance, add features and/or sizes, extensions of offering with catalog prefabrications, improve margins, or expand market applications based on market feedback and financial analysisExecute Product Line Consolidation projects to streamline offerings, reduce SKU complexity, improve operational efficiency, managing customer communications and product transitionsSupport On-going Product Commercialization activities with marketing and sales teams including product impact videos, trade shows, and trainingManage Product Line Obsolescence programs for mature or declining products, ensuring smooth customer transitions, inventory management, last-time-buy programs, and alternative product recommendationsNew Product Launch SupportAssist with market analysis and market research for business case development.Coordinate Alpha/Beta Testing programs by managing test site logistics, collecting customer feedback, and documenting performance dataAssist on major product development initiatives, providing analytical support, developing commercialization strategies, pricing evaluations and coordinating cross-functional activitiesDevelop and deliver Training materials and programs for internal teams and external stakeholders on product features, benefits, and competitive positioningPost-Launch Performance ManagementConduct comprehensive Post 12 Month Launch reviews analyzing sales, margins, market share, customer satisfaction, and competitive response to assess product successMonitor individual Product Profitability using data analytics to track margins, identify cost drivers, and recommend pricing or cost adjustmentsQualificationsRequired:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, Finance, Sales or related field3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environment; experience in project management, product management, or technical sales a plusStrong analytical capabilities with advanced Excel proficiency including financial modeling and data analysisSolid understanding of product development processes and cross-functional collaborationAbility to evaluate product and program performance using financial and field data, including margin analysis and cost driversExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated project coordination experience managing multiple concurrent initiativesProven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teamsStrategic Influence and Communication - Develops clear and specific rationales tailored to different internal groups and external customers. Predicts others' concerns and objections and develops specific influence strategies to overcome them, strong executive communication.Global Thinker - Makes decisions sensitive to the varied markets and organizations served. Harmonizes objectives to minimize waste and redundancy.Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilitiesDomestic and International Travel Requirements: 15%Preferred:Experience with mechanical, fluid, or piping systems products (e.g., HVAC, fire protection, industrial piping, or construction)Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, or product data sheetsFamiliarity with how engineered products are specified, distributed, and installed in the fieldPrior experience in technical sales, applications engineering, or product transitions in an industrial or manufacturing settingFamiliarity with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems or data analysis toolsVictaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic data, or other legally protected status. (Background checks may be required as part of our pre-employment process).