Associate Product Manager

The Associate Product Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day business processes of their respective product line(s) under the supervision of a Product Manager or Industry Manager. These day-to-day responsibilities include pricing, customer and product pareto analysis, forecasting, margin analysis, planning and the development of new customers and products.Job Tiltle/Location:Associate Product Manager – Oxford, CTResponsibilities:• Responsible for supporting all initiatives in the RBC Division’s product lines to achieve year-over-year sales growth. • Assist in the development, communication and execution of product line strategy.• Manage pricing activities of the product line. This includes as needed the development and execution of strategies and policies related to the product line. • Monitor and track industry and competitive trends impacting assigned products.• Develop and track product line management plan and forecast.• Maintain accurate status of all major opportunities, including activity history and next actions required.• Manage the new product launch process.• Promotion of product line both internally and externally.• Act as the interface between the customer & RBC sales, engineering, and the plant.• Provides the tracking data associated with the product line – Ops packages,Sales forecasting for the product line, gap analysis, top 20 analysis and actual product line performance compared to plan.• Responsible on a shared basis with the plants for driving product line margin improvement.• Manage and structure the customer base through either rationalization or expansion.• Develop strong relationships with customers.• Select and prioritize projects to meet sales and profit objectives.• Other duties as assigned as supervisor.Education:Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering related field.Requirements:Technical sales experience, technical training or mechanical aptitude.Ability to influence and lead without formal authority.Strategic thinking and analytical skills (e.g., pricing, market segmentation).Bearing experience or knowledge is a plus.Excellent computer skills; familiarity with AS400 and ASI is a plusEffective team player and leader.Strong communication skills across all functional areas and with customers.Results-driven with a strong focus on achieving targets.Compensation & Benefits:RBC offers competitive pay and benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K match, and paid time offAbout RBC BearingsRBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC) is a leading global manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components, and essential systems serving the industrial, aerospace, and defense markets. For more than a century, RBC has built a reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions and world-class manufacturing capabilities that support mission-critical applications around the world.Our success is driven by a commitment to technical excellence, continuous improvement, and a customer-focused approach. We specialize in the design and manufacture of precision-engineered products that perform in demanding environments where quality, reliability, and performance are paramount.With operations spanning multiple countries and manufacturing facilities across the globe, RBC Bearings offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, collaborate with industry-leading experts, and support customers in some of the world's most advanced and dynamic industries. As we continue to grow, we remain focused on fostering innovation, developing talent, and delivering exceptional value to our customers and shareholders.RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.Join RBC Bearings and be part of a team that's shaping the future of industrial, aerospace, and defense technologies. Job SummaryRequisition Number: ASSOC005691Job Category: Manager/SupervisorSchedule: Full-Time