Associate Product Manager

About Bray International

Bray International is a leading provider of industrial valves, actuators, and related control products, offering innovative flow control solutions worldwide. As a privately-owned business with over 40 years of engineered excellence, Bray is known for its commitment to excellence, integrity, and collaboration. Join our team to become part of a dynamic, forward-thinking organization shaping the future of flow control solutions.

Position Overview:

The Associate Product Manager - Ball Valves supports the management and expansion of Bray's ball valve product line through disciplined product development, lifecycle support, and market-driven analysis. This role works closely with Global Product Management, Sales, and Engineering leadership to help identify new product development and partnership opportunities, support projects through the Bray Product Development Process (PDP), and assist with sales, operational, and customer-facing initiatives.

The successful candidate will contribute through hands-on execution, analysis, and cross-functional coordination, helping ensure alignment between customer needs, product performance, and financial objectives while developing core product management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Development & Portfolio Management

• Screen and initiate new product development, extension, or partnership opportunities using the Bray Product Development Process (PDP).
• Provide project management leadership (or delegate as appropriate) for new product initiatives from concept through launch.
• Prepare and present monthly new product development executive summaries and project status reports.
• Conduct annual product reviews and develop strategic recommendations for the product line.

Market & Customer Alignment

• Collect and analyze market, customer, and competitive data to ensure ongoing product-line alignment with market needs.
• Act as a product-line statesman with customers, representing Bray's technical and commercial interests.
• Serve as the central information clearinghouse for all product-line knowledge, documentation, and updates.

Sales Enablement & Training

• Develop, oversee, and deliver sales and product training programs globally.
• Establish and track annual product training goals.
• Prepare and coordinate product field notices and announcements in collaboration with the Global Marketing team.

Technical & Operational Support

• Provide second-level application support directly, or by routing issues to subject-matter experts (SMEs).
• Identify and communicate technical support requirements to Operations related to the product line.
• Raise product knowledge levels across all departments, including Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Customer Service.

Core Competencies & Skills Required:

• Experience:

• 3-7 years of experience in industrial products, valves, flow control, or related engineered equipment preferred.
• Exposure to product management, product support, sales support, engineering, or operations roles is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to support product-line growth initiatives, market analysis, or new product introductions.

• Education:

• Bachelor's degree required; Engineering, technical, marketing, or business discipline preferred.

• Technical & Communication Skills:

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and product data sheets.
• Working knowledge of industrial valve materials, applications, and manufacturing processes preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with CRM or ERP systems is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical and commercial information.

• Leadership & Business Acumen:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
• Comfortable working with limited direction and minimal administrative support.
• Working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and basic product planning concepts preferred.

• Travel:

• Willingness to travel up to 20% with occasional international travel.

Why Work for Us?

At Bray International, we are the leading provider of industrial valves, actuators, and related control products, renowned for our innovative flow control solutions worldwide. Joining our team means becoming part of a company that values excellence, integrity, and collaboration.

What We Offer:

• Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development, offering numerous opportunities for advancement within the organization.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a wide array of benefits, including:
• Life, medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Healthy Work Environment: We provide a smoke-free, drug-free workplace to ensure a safe and productive atmosphere for all employees.

*** As a federal subcontractor, Bray International Inc., its affiliates, and subsidiaries comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Act and applicable federal law. Employment is contingent upon a successful background screening and compliance with federal requirements, including drug testing for controlled substances under the federal Controlled Substances Act, which includes marijuana. This requirement applies regardless of state or local marijuana/cannabis laws.

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