Product Manager

Salt Lake City, UT, United States

Full time

R-80403

_* Please note that this is a HYBRID role, requiring this person to work at our Cottonwood Heights office in SLC three days a week. We are not able to provide work sponsorship (i.e. OPT or H-1B visa) for this role *_

Job Summary

Manages a product marketing staff accountable for achieving defined marketing goals for a group of products or product line. Accountable for the development and introduction of new products and features that increase revenue and market share. Manages analyses of market demand and review of competitive products. Manages product definition, requirements analyses, documentation of specifications, product positioning and pricing.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages research, evaluation,executionand introduction of new products or product lines.

• Evaluates and resolves technical feasibility, design optimization, and production issues.

• Ensures that labeling and marketing/promotional literature match product specifications.

• Researchesandmonitorsexisting client base and industry developments andidentifiespotential new product opportunities.

• Works with other departments toestablisha design, technology, product development, and vendor strategy.

• Manages project budgets and prepares financial analysis reports for top management.

• Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs

• Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met andadheringto approved budgets.

• Conducts initial market and design research relating to new products.

• Assesses financial and technical feasibility, estimates final product cost, price, and margins, and develops manufacturing strategy and distribution channels.

• Interfaces with clients or prospects toidentifyneeds anddeterminesolutions andprovidesfeedback to manufacturing or sales.

• Identifiesandevaluatesnew vendors or suppliers as needed.

• Provides marketing input into product design.

• Ensures the provision of product marketing materials and product support to the sales force to maximize product revenues.

Qualifications

• Bachelorsdegreerequired

• 5years experiencein the related area as an individual contributor

• Supervisory experience preferred

Competencies

• Extensive knowledge of department processes.

• Ability to foster teamwork.

• Ability to develop and mentor others.

• Decision-making skills.

• Management skills.

• Ability to drive strategic direction.

• Oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to build collaborative relationships.

• Ability to influence others.

• Customer/client orientation.

• Technicalexpertise.

• Project management skills.

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Performs sedentary work in an office environment with limited lifting (less than 10 pounds) or walking required. Close visual acuity required to perform work at computer terminal. No exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Requires repetitive typing motion, talking, hearing, grasping and feeling.

Disclaimer

The job description outlines the general nature and scope of work employees perform in this role. It's not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. The company reserves the right to modify, revise, or update the job description to meet business needs.

If you are a current Extra Space employee, please apply through Jobs Hub in Workday.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Applications Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Extra Space Storage is the largest operator of self-storage facilities and the largest third-party self-storage management company. Since we were founded in 1977, we have grown to include more than 4,000 locations across the country from our headquarters in Salt Lake City, UT.

At Extra Space, we believe the world is a better place when people love what they do. Redefining the self-storage industry is an ambitious goal, which is why we look for the best of the best. With competitive pay, excellent benefits, a great culture rooted in our core values, and opportunities for career development, Extra Space Storage continues to be a top choice for outstanding talent. Come join us and find out why our employees recommend us!