Associate Product Manager

Nesco Resource is seeking an Associate Product Manager to join our client's team at their Bethany, CT location. POSITION SUMMARY Key product development and product line management position responsible to coordinate market needs with company innovation initiatives to increase sales, profit and market share. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Support execution of the 3-year product line strategy. Conduct market research to identify and define new product ideas as well as line extensions for assigned line. Responsible for leading a cross functional team, following “stage gate” process, to bring new products from concept to commercialization. Provide line product forecasting for new SKU’s. Evaluate overall line financial performance, work with adjacent departments to improve product line turns and maintain appropriate inventory levels. Support development of all packaging, advertising and other collateral materials for assigned line. Conduct annual SKU rationalization analysis. Coordinate all aspects of product development and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 Product Development procedures, to include: R & D, Technical Services, Operations, Finance, Marketing and Sales Training. Performs other directly related appropriate duties and assumes accountabilities as apparent or as delegated, including mutually agreed upon objectives. Travel up to 30%. JOB SPECIFICATIONS/SKILLS 1-3 years product marketing experience. Experience in building or industrial products field a strong plus. Experience in product development, understanding of product development process. Knowledge of construction materials and techniques a strong plus. Ability to lead cross functional teams. Excellent communications & presentation skills. Strong financial acumen. Strong presentation and written skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project). Intermediate knowledge of and functional proficiency in ERP and CRM systems; Oracle EnterpriseOne and CRM OnDemand preferred. Physical strength to lift and carry minimum of 25 pounds. Second language a plus. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree required. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Direct hire with benefits (medical/dental/vision/401k/tuition reimbursement/13 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time/flex spending/life insurance, AD&D and supplemental) 1st shift, Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm; offers hybrid schedule (Onsite Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) Salary range: up to $65K depending on experience + bonus potential Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.