Associate Product Manager - Product Planning

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Associate Product Manager will be involved in product planning, market research, project coordination, customer-focused thinking, and product support material. This role will work with teams across the business to help create products and experiences that meet customer needs and support business growth. Success in this role requires strong communication and organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple product developments.

Responsibilities

• Help plan and support new product launches from concept through production.
• Develop and oversee product planning sheets, coordinating specifications, strategies, timelines, and target costs.
• Develop and maintain clear, user-friendly product information, user and installation guides, customer-facing content, and other product materials.
• Research market trends, customer needs, and competing products to support business decisions.
• Coordinate product schedules, timelines, specifications, and project requirements with cross-functional teams.
• Review product features and customer experiences and recommend improvements when needed.
• Monitor project progress and help ensure key milestones are completed on time.
• Participate in product review meetings and collaborate with sales, design center, engineering, and manufacturing teams.
• Help evaluate product performance and identify opportunities for future growth and innovation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, finance, communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience writing customer-facing or business documentation.
• Prefer experience supporting product development, engineering, business analysis, communications, or related work preferred.
• Foreign language skills are a plus but not required.
• Some travel may be required.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed in an office environment with in-person attendance required. Requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards in close proximity to others. Must have the ability to lift and carry parcels, packages, and other items up to 40 pounds.

About Sharp Manufacturing Company of America

SMCA is the U.S. manufacturing facility for SHCA, the U.S. Consumer Products Group of Sharp Electronics Corporation, the U.S. sales subsidiary of Sharp Corporation, a worldwide developer and manufacturer of one-of-a-kind premium technology products, who was recently honored as one of Fortune's Most Admired Companies for 2024. SHCA includes the manufacturing of premium home appliances in Memphis, TN, together with the sales & marketing, and servicing of home electronics based in Montvale, NJ. Leading products include Sharp Carousel®, Microwave Drawer™ Ovens, SuperSteam+™ ovens, and Plasmacluster® Ion air purifiers.

Employee Perks

• Comprehensive, family-friendly healthcare plan (medical, dental, vision).
• 401k retirement plan with a competitive match and plenty of financial support tools.
• Employee Assistance Plan to care for you and your family's mental and behavioral health, balance, and support.
• Financial protection for you and your family (life insurance and disability insurance)
• Training and professional development.
• Vacation and paid holidays.
• Dynamic culture eager to innovate, enhance diversity, and work smarter.

The listed salary range or contractual rate excludes bonuses, incentives, differential pay, and any other forms of compensation or benefits. The starting salary will be determined by several variables, including but not limited to experience, education, training, certification, and location. You may also be eligible to receive an annual discretionary incentive award, commissions, and program-specific awards, which are subject to the rules governing these programs.

Compensation Statement

$36,800—$68,998 USD

Sharp Electronics Corporation is an equal opportunity employer – minority – female – disability - veteran. As part of our recruitment process, Sharp Electronics may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, to assist in the recruiting process. These tools are used to support, and not replace, human decision-making. We are committed to fair and equitable hiring practices, and all hiring decisions are made or reviewed by qualified personnel. All applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. All applications must include compensation expectations in order to be considered. Local candidates only, please.