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  • Product Manager

    Twin Disc 4.3company rating

    Product manager job in Mount Pleasant, WI

    Product Manager - Transmission Twin Disc Mount Pleasant, WI At Twin Disc, we power innovation! As a global leader in power transmission technology, we are committed to evolving our brand and delivering top-tier products to our customers. Our success is driven by the brightest minds, and we foster a flexible, outcome-focused work environment that supports our distributed global workforce. Due to company growth, Twin Disc is seeking a strategic and technically skilled Product Manager - Transmissions to lead the growth and development of our transmission product line. This role is responsible for defining long-term product strategy, managing the product lifecycle, and driving innovation through market insights and engineering collaboration. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a long-term product roadmap for transmissions. Identify product gaps and lead initiatives for new features and modifications. Manage products from concept through end-of-life, including engineering project formulation. Conduct market and competitor research to inform product strategy. Develop pricing strategies and go-to-market plans for direct and distribution channels. Support sales teams with technical expertise and product presentations. Maintain databases for pricing, technical documentation, and application references. Represent Twin Disc at trade shows and customer visits to gather market intelligence. Collaborate with marketing on product launches, collateral, and training materials. Contribute to annual business planning and strategic initiatives. Utilize CRM tools to manage tasks and opportunities. Partner with Application Engineering to ensure high-quality application reviews. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. 5-10 years of experience in Product Management or Applications Engineering. Strong understanding of transmission systems and Twin Disc products. Experience with CRM systems; Salesforce preferred. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities. Financial acumen including pricing and margin analysis. Ability to travel domestically and internationally (30-40%). Valid passport required. Why Join Us? At Twin Disc, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, flexibility, and results. We welcome top talent-wherever they are-and empower them to thrive. Benefits: Flexible work schedule that supports a work life balance. Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, health, dental, vision, 401k option with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources Work with a winning team with diverse backgrounds and experiences
    $97k-119k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Product Manager

    Aspectled

    Product manager job in White Bear Lake, MN

    aspect LED is a designer, manufacturer, and distributor of high-quality LED products and we're located in Saint Paul, MN. We've dedicated ourselves to developing LED lighting solutions that put out a more attractive light, consume less energy, fit in more locations, provide new and innovative architectural applications, and last longer than traditional light sources. We serve 3 segments of customers: Homeowners/DIYers who want help achieving their vision, Professionals (electricians, fine homebuilders, and outdoor lighting specialists) and OEMS looking for customized lighting components. Core Focus Our purpose: Bringing light to bright ideas Our niche: Direct flexible light solutions Core Values Bring Energy Illuminate Be a Connector Do the bRIGHT Thing About the Role Based on our target market, trends in the industry and our current product portfolio, aspect LED seeks to actively curate, develop and manage a portfolio of products to drive our growth plan. As we scale the company, the product management function is vital to our organizational success. This role will be responsible for the health of the product line and will work alongside another Product Manager within the marketing function. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Understand market needs, trends and competitive offerings. Manage current and new product portfolios to establish and achieve revenue and GM goals. Analyze market insight, data analytics and trends to develop a product and pricing strategy. Collaborate with our Purchasing team to develop a sourcing strategy. Conduct regular analysis of product line performance (sales trends, customer analysis, revenue, margin, and other financial and performance metrics) to guide short and long-term action plans. Serve as the leader for the new product development process and manage the process from concept through design, development, and launch. Communicate product information and launch timelines to our Marketing team to ensure efficiency with product changes. Actively engage with customers, suppliers, and colleagues. Needs to Have Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing or equivalent degree Product management experience, Project management experience, or related / complementary experience Demonstrated customer mindset, curious and business driven Strong technical and analytical skills Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams Highly organized and detail-oriented Strong leadership skills and comfort setting direction Nice to Have 2+ years in a product management or project management role Experience in a manufacturing environment Familiarity with B2B and B2C marketing LED lighting industry experience Sales background Entrepreneurial mindset Compensation This is an exempt, at-will position. Salary range is $75,000 - $110,000 based on previous experience. Work Location This role will primarily work in office (4 days per week) with the opportunity to work from home 1 day per week. Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Parental Leave aspect LED is an EEO/AA employer: women, minorities, the disabled, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
    $75k-110k yearly 4d ago
  • Product Manager

    Cleaver-Brooks 4.5company rating

    Product manager job in Milwaukee, WI

    Cleaver Brooks is looking for a Product Manager to join our team in Milwaukee, WI. The Product Manager is pivotal in driving sales by modernizing our existing product portfolio to meet and exceed the market expectations. The successful candidate will work closely with research and development, manufacturing, our sales representatives, and customers, with a focus on increasing our sales in this sector. This position is ideal for a self-motivated individual with an entrepreneurial spirit, who thrives in a technical leadership role and is committed to achieving sales targets. Any salary estimation specified in this job board may or may not be aligned with our organization's pay philosophy. Apply to connect with a Talent Acquisition Partner who can provide you more details! Job Location: Milwaukee, WI Essential functions: Develop and execute strategies to increase sales of Cleaver-Brooks products within our representative channels. Working to maintain a product sales pipeline and increase win-rate to gain market share within the given market segment. Develop and manage product P&L strategy for the assigned products. Work with manufacturing and engineering to ensure market expectations are being met for quality, lead-time, documentation, product features and margin. Identify and engage key stakeholders at the end user, contractor and engineering levels, providing sales and technical support to specify our products for both replacement and new construction markets. Conduct technical seminars and 'lunch & learn' sessions at engineering firms to get Cleaver-Brooks products specified. Provide technical training to internal and external sales and service teams to ensure product acceptance in the market. Collaborate with the National Sales Managers, strategic account managers and sales teams in preparing quotes, following up on leads, and negotiating contracts to close sales. Provide virtual and on-site support for boiler system designs, addressing customer complaints or system malfunctions to help quickly resolve customer issues. Regularly visit established accounts and qualify new accounts, maintaining a strong presence in the assigned region. Manage customer database effectively, ensuring regular contact with major accounts. Attend trade shows and other events as required to promote Cleaver-Brooks products and services. Complete tasks within the budget allocated for travel and entertainment. Basic Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field required Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales, with a preference for experience in the industrial equipment, HVAC or construction industry. Strong knowledge of the sales process and ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Technical knowledge in heating, ventilation, and fluid mechanics is highly advantageous. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and strong interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Ability to work independently; managing priorities effectively. Willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time. Strong organizational skills and a methodical approach to work. Self-motivated with a strong sales aptitude and a willingness to learn and grow. Travel Requirements: 25% domestic and international travel; tradeshows, visiting customers, visiting Sales Representatives, etc. Weekends while uncommon, may be required occasionally. Internal Contacts: Regular (40 - 50%) Regular contacts with Corporate and plant personnel, across all departments, mostly of a routine nature. External Contacts: Regular (50-60%) Regular contacts with representatives, end users and related personnel, mostly of a routine nature. Physical Skill & Effort: Limited manual dexterity required. Work requires infrequent physical effort. Ability to travel, generally by air and rental car, and handle routine luggage and display materials is required. Working Conditions and Hazards: Normal plant, shop, field or office conditions. Negligible, little or no exposure to hazardous working conditions. Benefits of Being a Cleaver-Brooks Employee: Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, maternity support program, discounted virtual physician visits, voluntary medical benefits (Critical Illness, Hospital Care, and Accidental Injury), FSA, HSA, life insurance, short term and long-term disability Cash matching 401(k) plan Employee assistance program (EAP) Pet insurance Employee discount program Tuition assistance Paid time off and 11 paid holidays Who is Cleaver-Brooks: Cleaver-Brooks is the market leader in providing fully integrated boiler and burner systems. We lead the boiler/burner industry due to our unmatched distribution network's ability to deliver the knowledge, service, training, and support that are essential to long-term performance. Our customers will tell you that we are the only equipment provider that manufactures boilers, burners, controls, and a full array of ancillary and aftermarket products. They will also mention that our unique single-source capability means that we can deliver fully integrated boiler room solutions that reduce overall costs and optimize space. It is our focus on products that deliver the most efficient, reliable, safe, and environmentally sustainable solutions that differentiate us in the marketplace. Cleaver-Brooks continues a 90+ year legacy of providing the customers we serve with extraordinary products designed to deliver unsurpassed performance through the power of commitment. This description indicates the general nature of the tasks and responsibilities required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of management to assign, direct, and control the specific duties of individuals performing this function. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgement, to be proper. By applying for this job and providing your mobile number, you consent to receive an initial text message from a Cleaver Brooks Talent Team member. You will have the option to opt out upon receiving the message. Messages may include updates on your application, scheduling initial screenings or interviews, and similar communications. Standard message and data rates may apply, and message frequency may vary. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
    $83k-118k yearly est. 3d ago
  • Product Manager/Owner-IAM

    Fustis LLC

    Product manager job in Golden Valley, MN

    Title: Product Manager/Owner Visa: USC, GC Only Local candidates only - Local project exp is must. They will also be building a database that will support the platform( a couple positions to follow focused on this) they are utilizing SQL and Power BI, its not a must have but exposure is good Building and maintaining the Product Roadmap Building Enterprise Best Practices building and setting metrics Working with Executive Leadership Group Working with Team as a Technical Product Manager/Owner Nice to have: Platform Build IAM Platform Build experience Data focus - SQL, Power BI Must have: Strong communication Enterprise Product Management Standards and Best Practices Framework implementation experience Assist in driving the product vision, collaborating with ideation with key stakeholders in continuous alignment with a vision and strategic roadmap. Support quantitative and qualitative value definition to execution alignment to product roadmap. Continually evaluate data and analytics to build customer insights. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement through cross-functional, ad-hoc working groups and external market monitoring. Best Regards, Jaideep Shastri Sr. Technical Recruiter || FUSTIS LLC ************ (O) X 106 | ************ (D) | **************************
    $74k-103k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Product Manager

    ITR Group 3.3company rating

    Product manager job in Minneapolis, MN

    Opportunity available for a Product Manager to lead the end-to-end build of a new enterprise-wide Identity Master Platform. This role is responsible for defining the product strategy, building the roadmap from scratch, and establishing a scalable product framework used across the organization. This platform will support external workforce access, user authentication, control setting, and data protection-so experience working with identity- or access-related products is required, though it is not the full focus of the role. The Product Manager will drive a complete platform build and implementation from the ground up, partnering with technical teams, leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders. This role also includes building out an Enterprise Product Framework, defining best practices, establishing metrics, and helping shape how product management operates across the organization. Employment Type: W2 Only (No C2C or 3rd Parties) Key Responsibilities Build, own, and maintain the product roadmap for a new enterprise platform. Define and implement enterprise product management best practices, frameworks, and metrics. Partner closely with executive leadership on strategy, planning, and prioritization. Work as a Technical Product Manager/Owner alongside engineering teams throughout the entire product lifecycle. Support initiatives related to authentication, access flows, controls, and data protection within the platform. Collaborate with data and engineering teams on components related to platform data structures and reporting. Communicate product vision, status, and decisions clearly across the organization. Must-Have Qualifications Strong communication skills and ability to work with executive stakeholders. Experience implementing enterprise product management standards and best-practice frameworks. Prior exposure to products involving identity, access, or authentication components. Experience delivering complex, enterprise-scale platforms or systems. Proven ability to build roadmaps, guide cross-functional teams, and drive end-to-end product execution.
    $92k-129k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Digital Product Manager

    Logisolve 3.6company rating

    Product manager job in Maple Grove, MN

    Third-party and external agency submissions will not be accepted. Kindly do not respond. Logisolve is seeking a Digital Product Manager for a long-term consulting opportunity with our direct Medical Device client. Duration: 12+ months Location: Maple Grove, MN-must be local to MN to be considered Rate: $70.00-$80.00/hr. W2, depending on experience Logisolve offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, paid sick leave, and retirement benefits to eligible employees. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in business, Information Systems, or a related field (MBA or equivalent preferred). • 6-10 years of experience in digital product management within Commercial IT, Sales, or Field Enablement. • Proven hands-on experience with Salesforce Sales Cloud (configuration, process design, or implementation). • Demonstrated experience leading end-to-end product lifecycle from roadmap definition to release and adoption. • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders, developers, and vendors, to deliver product outcomes. • End-to-end ownership mindset, including deep understanding of business processes, user experience needs, and solution architecture. • Demonstrated curiosity and accountability, ability to learn quickly, connect business and technical perspectives, and take full ownership of outcomes. • Deep empathy for field users and ability to translate on-the-ground insights from sales and clinical reps into intuitive, mobile-friendly digital experiences. • Partners with enablement and training teams to design adoption strategies, rollout plans, and feedback loops that ensure measurable impact in the field. • Strong ability to drive organizational alignment and change management for new digital capabilities. • Strong data-driven mindset to use insights and metrics to inform roadmap decisions and measure impact. • Use data and user insights to drive prioritization, measure product effectiveness, and inform iterative improvements. • Proficiency in Agile methodologies, backlog management, and sprint planning. • Direct experience in release management, environment planning, and owning execution plans across multiple stakeholders and systems. • Experience managing User Acceptance Testing (UAT) planning, coordination, validation, and sign- off for production release. • Exposure to multi-platform ecosystems beyond Salesforce (ex: SAP, MDM, Snowflake). • Understanding of data and integration architecture across CRM and analytics systems. • Proven ability to define and track product success metrics such as adoption, ROI, and productivity impact. • Strong executive communication skills; able to articulate digital product vision, progress, and business impact to senior leadership. • Acts as a champion for digital-first thinking within Commercial IT, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. • Highly self-driven, organized, and effective in a matrixed global environment. Preferred Qualifications • Strong understanding of field sales and clinical representative workflows and pain points. • Familiarity with Life sciences or MedTech commercial operations and compliance requirements. • Salesforce certifications (Administrator, Business analyst or Product Owner)
    $70-80 hourly 5d ago
  • Manager, Art Direction & Product Design

    Curio Brands 3.7company rating

    Product manager job in Minneapolis, MN

    The Manager, Art Direction & Product Design works closely with the Creative Director to support art direction and feedback and manage the Product Design team. The team is accountable for the developing products and packaging for the CURiO Brand portfolio that are innovative, beautiful, safe, and sellable to end consumers. This position provides expertise and guidance to the Product Design team in the creation and sourcing of custom vessels ( glass, metal, and ceramic ), and secondary packaging ( paper boxes, tubes, bags, labels, hangtags). The position collaborates across CURiO's departments, working closely with: Project Management, Brand, R&D, Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Marketing. The role has direct reports that may consist of any of the following positions: Sr. Product Designer, Product Designer, or other similarly assigned roles. ***This role is for candidates who reside within 60 miles of our corporate office on 9th Street SE in Minneapolis*** Work Responsibilities: Design & Concept: Guides the Product Design team in translating creative requirements from concept through execution using a unique combination of creative and analytical talents. Helps lead strategic thinking of CURiO creative work, ensuring design vision aligns with business objectives, brand aesthetics and costing goals. Assigns and manages team workflow of projects, monitoring overall capacity of product designers. Helps to identify and implement process improvement areas that result in simplified steps and gain efficiencies for the company. Organizes and condenses design feedback into digestible, actionable tasks for product designers. Leads design meetings as needed throughout the development process. Participates in the approval of prototype samples for style details, construction, safety, and usability. Communicates with domestic and international vendors to achieve design intent, construction, safety, and usability goals. Contributes problem-solving ideas throughout the development process. Mentors and coaches on varying topics such as: design approach, vendor communication, file building and general best practices. Collaborates with Creative Director, Product Design team and Brand to research and concept new product ideas. Develops mood boards for new product collections and product formats. Reviews creative presentations and presents concepts to internal brand team and external customers. Demonstrates systematic approach in designs for varying structures, materials, sizes and product types. Brand steward, keen eye for detail, refines designs across selected product assortment. Works closely with external vendors, helping to build strong partnerships. Organizes and labels incoming samples and approved counters. Attends weekly Design & Innovation status meetings and other meetings as needed. Works closely with Brand, Project Management, Engineering, R&D, Purchasing, Quality, Production, Finance, and Sales to ensure development is on track to meet project goals, design intent and timeline. Works closely with designers and print vendors as needed to develop structures, reviews proofs for color/ detail accuracy and attends press checks as needed. Color advocate for the brand standards. Works closely with Project Management team and Cost Analyst on costing exercises. Contributes to product cost discussions, providing insights and ideas on how to cost engineer new developments to meet cost objectives. Assists and supports design team in daily tasks as needed such as: mock-ups, structure development, file construction, quotes, 3D renderings, etc. Supervisory: Responsible for providing leadership to the team and ensuring that the team has the talent, resources, and readiness to meet team goals as well as ensuring maximum productivity and performance. Models CURiO Cornerstones and uses cornerstones framework in decision making. Effectively manage a multi-locational team under a fast pace and constantly changing circumstances. Hires, trains and develops team, ensuring that each employee has a clear and thorough understanding of their role and responsibilities. Fosters a collaborative creative environment. Effectively orient new hires to CURiO culture, structure and specific role and responsibilities, ensuring a positive and productive employee experience. Utilize the company's performance management program as designed to align individual performance to overall performance objectives. Provide ongoing performance feedback. Identify and work with manager and HR to take appropriate action for non-performance. Ensure all CURiO communication is disseminated to the team in a positive and timely manner. Administer all internal policies and procedures in accordance with company, human resources, budgetary, and finance guidelines. Ensure accuracy of staff data records. General Responsibilities: Supports CURiO Cornerstones and strives for individual leadership by using cornerstone behaviors in the workplace and in daily decision making. Follows all policies and procedures of the company. Works cooperatively with all departments, maintaining a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes cooperation with co-workers, supervisors, and managers. Actively seek individual development through taking advantage of opportunities for skill enhancement. Keep up to date with the latest best practices, trends, concepts, and regulations in the specific job area. Manage time effectively, meet personal goals and work effectively with other members of the team to meet CURiO goals. Follows all safety guidelines and polices. Makes supervisor/manager immediately aware of any observed safety issue. Keeps work area clean, safe, and organized. Position requires extended work hours as necessary to meet seasonal deadlines. Performs other work as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in graphic or industrial design or equivalent work experience Four years' experience in product or packaging development or design Intermediate level supervisory role Computer and/or software qualifications: Intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook Advanced level of proficiency in design software; Adobe CS (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) 3D printer experience preferred Core Competencies: Ability to work collaboratively with team members and across multiple departments, managing a large volume of projects simultaneously Knowledge of design techniques, ability to think creatively, with an eye for color and design Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills Excellent attention to detail, well organized, and systematic in working Excellent leadership and communication skills Excellent presentation and writing skills Excellent initiative and follow-through Ability to build and maintain relationships with business partners Tolerance for moderate stress Self-Driven, able to work independently Travel Requirement: Less 5% Hybrid Working Environment and Physical Demands: General office or home office environment: Works at a desk in a well-lit, air-conditioned cubicle/office/home office, with moderate noise levels. Ability to sit for hours at a time, viewing computer monitor on a constant basis. Some walking and standing relative to interaction with other personnel. Occasionally required to lift and/or move items weighing 10 - 15 pounds. When in a facility, occasional exposure to dusty and fragrant conditions, varying temperature levels, work near moving mechanical parts, and high noise environments is possible. Requires in-office visits weekly for such tasks as: sample unpacking/ review, organization needs, shipping, in-person meetings. Health & Welfare Benefits: Eligibility begins on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment unless noted otherwise: Medical, Dental, Disability Insurance (cost shared) Life/ AD&D Insurance (employer paid) Additional voluntary benefit offerings (employee paid): Vision, Accident, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Voluntary Term Life Insurance, AD&D 401(k) - After 6 months of employment on next quarterly entry date ** Note: This job description does not restrict CURiO's right to assign or reassign duties or responsibilities to this job at any time. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. It does not alter the "at will" employment relationship between the company and the employee.
    $89k-119k yearly est. 2d ago
  • New Product Development Manager (28658)

    Dahl Consulting 4.4company rating

    Product manager job in Faribault, MN

    Title: New Product Development Manager Job Type: Permanent/Direct-Hire Compensation: $120,000 - $130,000 annually Industry: Manufacturing --- About the Role Our client is a leading manufacturer in the power solutions industry, known for delivering custom products, integrated systems, and service solutions with exceptional speed and precision. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, they operate from a state-of-the-art facility powered in part by their own microgrid. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, sourcing, and product development-driving the launch of cutting-edge technologies that power industries across the country. Job Description As the New Product Development Manager, you will lead sourcing and procurement activities for new product introductions. You'll collaborate with engineering, product management, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of components and materials, while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. This role is critical in bridging the gap between product development and production, ensuring a smooth and successful launch of innovative solutions. Key Responsibilities Identify and mitigate sourcing risks early in the development cycle. Align with Commodity/Category Managers to evaluate and onboard suppliers. Lead RFQ and quoting processes for new product components. Develop and manage sourcing strategies and provide regular updates to stakeholders. Track and manage quality, cost, lead time, and technology advancement across the full bill of materials. Implement and monitor supplier contracts including CDAs, MSAs, SPSAs, and RAs. Support financial processes including invoice reconciliation and reporting. Drive continuous improvement using data analysis and visualization tools. Qualifications Required Qualifications 8+ years of experience in sourcing, project management, or product development. 5+ years of experience working with or alongside electrical and mechanical engineering teams. Proven negotiation skills and experience in technical sourcing or new product introduction. Familiarity with technologies relevant to applicable categories. Willingness to travel 15-20%. Experience with Lean Sigma or Six Sigma methodologies. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering (electromechanical or mechanical preferred). Knowledge of ISO standards. PMI or ISM certification. Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification. Benefits This company offers a comprehensive benefits package including 401 (k) with company match, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, PTO, Sick Time, Employee Appreciation Time, and Paid Holidays. Equal Opportunity Statement As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!
    $120k-130k yearly 1d ago
  • New Product Development Manager

    Ashley Furniture Industries 4.1company rating

    Product manager job in Arcadia, WI

    Build Your Career with Ashley Furniture New Product Development (NPD) Strategic Sourcing Manager The New Product Development Strategic Sourcing Manager oversees sourcing strategy and supplier partnerships that drive innovation, cost efficiency, and quality in new product launches. This role coordinates cross-functionally with engineering, product management, procurement, and manufacturing teams to ensure a robust and agile supply base for all NPD initiatives. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute sourcing strategies to support new product development from concept through production readiness. Collaborate with design and engineering teams to identify and qualify suppliers for new components, materials, and technologies. Lead supplier negotiations to ensure optimal cost structures, quality standards, and lead times. Evaluate supplier capabilities and performance, promoting continuous improvement and innovation. Manage risk in the supplier base by assessing financial health, capacity, geographic exposure, and compliance. Partner with global procurement teams to align sourcing initiatives with corporate supply chain strategies. Facilitate early supplier involvement (ESI) in NPD projects to enhance manufacturability and cost-effectiveness. Monitor market trends, emerging technologies, and industry cost drivers to identify sourcing opportunities. Prepare and present sourcing recommendations and total-cost-of-ownership (TCO) analyses to executive leadership. Drive sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) considerations into the NPD sourcing process. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; MBA preferred. 7+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or supply chain management, with a focus on new product development or advanced manufacturing. Proven track record in supplier selection, contract negotiation, and cost optimization. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in cost modeling and data-driven decision-making. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and business functions. Experience working in global sourcing environments and managing international supplier relationships. Knowledge of product lifecycle management (PLM), ERP systems, and sourcing tools. Desired Competencies Strategic thinking and business acumen. Influential leadership with the ability to drive results in cross-functional teams. Innovation-oriented mindset focused on continuous improvement. Strong organizational and project management skills. Who We Are At Ashley, we're more than a business…we're family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We're problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. It's the reason we're always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry. Ready to grow? You've come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a “Growth Mindset”, and once you join our team, you'll learn from the best in the business. Apply today and find your home at Ashley! Benefits We Offer Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings Professional Development Opportunities Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism Telehealth 401(k) and Profit Sharing Life Insurance Our Core Values Honesty & Integrity Passion, Drive, Discipline Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence Dirty Fingernail Growth Focused To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Brochure information page: Ashley Furniture Corporate Brochure We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.
    $111k-152k yearly est. 3d ago
  • Product Owner

    Brooksource 4.1company rating

    Product manager job in Milwaukee, WI

    Technical Product Owner to drive the delivery of high-quality software products that support our global cardiology portfolio. This individual will serve as the bridge between product, engineering, and cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring that features are clearly defined, technically sound, and aligned with customer and regulatory expectations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical depth, experience working in medical device/med-tech environments, and proven ability to lead agile teams across global time zones. Key Responsibilities Own and manage the product backlog for one or more software development teams within DCAR, ensuring stories, acceptance criteria, and priorities are clearly defined. Collaborate closely with global software engineering teams to ensure technical feasibility, accurate effort estimates, and high-quality delivery. Define and validate “Definition of Done” (DoD) for all backlog items; ensure technical completeness, quality standards, and regulatory requirements are met. Push back on requirements or timelines when necessary, based on technical constraints, development capacity, or quality considerations. Partner with global product managers, UX, architecture, and QA to translate customer needs and clinical workflows into actionable technical requirements. Ensure alignment between engineering outputs and business objectives, regulatory guidelines, and risk-management considerations specific to medical devices. Facilitate sprint planning, refinement, and review ceremonies; serve as primary decision maker for backlog prioritization. Provide transparency to leadership through roadmaps, feature readiness updates, and risk/issue escalation. Support verification & validation (V&V), documentation, and release readiness activities to ensure compliance with IEC 62304 and other relevant med-tech standards. Required Qualifications 3+ years of experience in Product Owner, Technical Product Owner, Business Analyst, or similar roles. Strong background in medical device or med-tech software development (cardiology, patient monitoring, diagnostics, or related domains strongly preferred). Demonstrated ability to work closely with software engineering teams to clarify requirements, assess technical trade-offs, and ensure high-quality delivery. Experience collaborating with global, cross-functional teams across multiple time zones. Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and experience operating within an Agile product development environment.
    $92k-118k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Product Owner

    Pyramid Consulting, Inc. 4.1company rating

    Product manager job in Saint Paul, MN

    Immediate need for a talented Product Owner. This is a 06+months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in St Paul, MN(Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested. Job ID: 25-94192 Pay Range: $60 - $64.28/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location). Key Responsibilities: Create, refine, and prioritize the product backlog to maximize value. Develop user stories and acceptance criteria; ensure backlog transparency and clarity. Act as the liaison between business and Agile teams. Gather feedback from customers and stakeholders to inform product decisions. Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives. Apply design thinking and customer-centricity to guide development. Key Requirements and Technology Experience: Key skills; "Product Owner" , "Payments Processing" , "Agile" , “Jira” Scrum product owner routine, backlog management Banking/Financial payment processing Clear, concise communication Electronic Payments expertise Operational expertise in Banking Industry Well-developed ability to collaboratively develop and evolve a product backlog with stakeholders to ensure alignment Well-developed ability to create & manage a product backlog that supports valued business outcomes and prioritization of work Thorough understanding of the Agile ways of working Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills including ability to collaborate with and empower teams Well-developed verbal and written communication skills Proficient computer navigation skills Proficiency in backlog tools(i.e. JIRA) Standard industry certifications such as CSPO, PSPO, or SAFe Our client is a leading Banking Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration. Pyramid Consulting, Inc. 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. By applying to our jobs you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Pyramid Consulting, Inc. and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here.
    $60-64.3 hourly 5d ago
  • Product Development Manager

    The Carlisle Group (TCG

    Product manager job in Mount Pleasant, WI

    We have been retained by a global leader in natural color solutions for the food, beverage, and pet food industries. Our client harnesses the power of nature's true colors and passionately believes that natural is best! We're seeking a Product Development Manager to join their growing team! This role operates independently to develop colors for various applications and scale them for production, supporting company growth! It partners closely with the commercial team, serving as a technical advisor to sales. The ideal candidate has a strong background in food science (preferably food chemistry), experience in product development project management, and cross-functional collaboration with production, quality, and sales. Experience in analytical chemistry and method development/validation is a plus. Essential Job Functions: Manage the Product Development Team Lead and manage color formulation projects in collaboration with customers, sales, and internal teams Act as project manager from concept through launch, following defined processes Develop color formulations at bench scale based on customer needs Scale formulations for production across global facilities Provide onsite customer consultation from development through commercialization Serve as technical expert for the sales team on color formulations Support production during scale-up and troubleshooting Ensure safety compliance and promote safe working practices Operate lab and pilot equipment with minimal supervision Train QC and production teams on new formulations and analytical methods Required: M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Food Chemistry, Food Science, or related field with 10+ years relevant experience Strong project and stakeholder management experience, ideally within development projects Deep understanding of food ingredients and processing; experience with color ingredients is a plus Experience working directly with customers and leading customer-driven projects Managerial experience with cross-functional collaboration General knowledge of analytical techniques, food quality, and safety Ability to analyze technical data, prepare reports, and present findings Excellent color vision; must be able to distinguish colors across applications (testing required) Strong project management skills Comfortable working in production environments
    $80k-110k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Product Manager

    BGSF 4.3company rating

    Product manager job in Winona, MN

    Product Manager Career Opportunity-Contract to Hire *NO 3rd parties, please* BGSF is currently engaged with a client who is seeking 2 Product Managers, a Sr. Product Manager and an entry level Product Manager (with at least 2yrs of experience), to join a team and play a pivotal role driving the development and execution of product strategies, collaborate with clients and oversee the entire product lifecycle to completion. *Due to the nature of the work and engagement, USC/GC/EAD residents are required* Only candidates with backgrounds who match our client's requested experience will be contacted. Do not take this as a poor reflection on your experience, just a decision for the specific needs of our client's project/job. We look forward to working with you. *NO 3rd parties, please*
    $72k-100k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Demand Planning Manager

    Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions

    Product manager job in Sturtevant, WI

    Our partner client is seeking an experienced Demand Planning Manager to lead forecasting, inventory planning, and purchasing strategy across multiple product categories and seasons. In this high-impact role, you will analyze historical data, build demand forecasts, manage open-to-buy plans, and drive inventory optimization to support sales, margin goals, and operational efficiency. This position requires strong cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Sourcing, Domestic Factory Partners, and 3PL Distribution Center teams. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and effective at leading a team while influencing decisions across the business. Key Responsibilities Build and manage category-level sales, inventory, cost, and margin plans. Lead the monthly forecasting and open-to-buy process. Analyze demand trends and adjust forecasts to maintain optimal inventory levels. Make purchasing decisions, including negotiating, expediting, delaying, and canceling orders as needed. Partner with Sales on pricing, promotions, and inventory positioning. Provide 12-month production forecasts to sourcing and factory partners. Collaborate with 3PL teams on inbound planning, space optimization, and inventory flow. Lead, coach, and develop direct reports within planning and purchasing. Qualifications Minimum 5 years of experience in demand planning, purchasing, or inventory management. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Marketing, Economics, Finance, or related discipline preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with forecasting tools (NetSuite preferred). Ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic, seasonal, consumer-products environment.
    $69k-99k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Project Manager, New Product Development

    Wrap-It Storage

    Product manager job in Saint Paul, MN

    Product Development Manager, Consumer Goods St. Paul, MN (On-site) Who We Are We're Wrap-It Storage - a fast-growing, family-owned company on a mission to help people Get Untangled! And, well, just plain organized. We're a small but mighty team where ideas move fast - from sketch to store shelves (and online) - without corporate clutter slowing things down. We create ridiculously useful products that keep cords, hoses, ropes, and everyday clutter under control. Our current solutions are top-notch, but we're always working to make these solutions even top-notchy-er. Position Overview We're looking for a proactive, design-minded Product Development / Project Manager who isn't just comfortable with ambiguity - they thrive on it. In this role, you will create structure, not wait for it. You'll define how projects run and build timelines from scratch that keep our growing product pipeline aligned and moving quickly. You'll be the one steering new product development from early concept through launch - and holding internal and external partners accountable every step of the way. Because we work with overseas suppliers, this role requires occasional evening communication to maintain speed and progress across time zones. If you're a self-starter who takes initiative, brings clarity to complexity, and has an eye for clean, cohesive product design - we want you leading the charge! What You'll Do Build new product development processes and timelines - you own the system Drive accountability and keep cross-functional teams aligned to deadlines Collaborate with marketing, sales, and operations to define project timelines and requirements Ensure product aesthetics, packaging, and overall execution are consistent with the Wrap-It brand Work proactively with overseas partners to maintain momentum, solve problems, and accelerate development Negotiate with suppliers to achieve competitive pricing while ensuring product quality Identify risks early and implement solutions before they cause delays Special projects as required (which is a fancy way of saying “other stuff we can't think of right now”). What You Bring 3-5+ years experience in project management/product development (consumer goods preferred) Demonstrated ability to build and lead project structure - not just follow it · Confidence in holding others accountable and driving results · Strong eye for design and brand cohesion Self-starter attitude: you see what needs to happen and make it happen Superior organizational skills Exceptional communication - direct, clear, timely, and solution-focused Comfortable with occasional evening work to stay in sync with overseas partners Skilled in Microsoft Office (primarily Excel & PowerPoint) Why You'll Love Working Here You'll shape how new products are built and launched - real ownership Your ideas will be implemented quickly and visible everywhere our products sell A growth stage company with huge runway - your impact will grow with us A team culture built on trust, humor, and problem-solving (we take work seriously, not ourselves 😄) In Short: You'll help launch the next generation of Wrap-It Storage products and make a big impact on a growing team-without the big company bureaucracy slowing you down. Company Benefits Health Insurance HSA Dental Insurance Simple IRA w/ Company Match Paid Time Off
    $73k-106k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Product Design Manager

    Three Nails

    Product manager job in Minneapolis, MN

    Reports to: CEO Type: Full-Time Travel: Occasional Sportswear with Purpose.™ Three Nails is the fastest growing (#539 on the 2025 Inc 5000 List), faith-driven activewear brand on a mission to inspire individuals to discover their God-given purpose and pursue it every day. Founded by a Christian athlete in 2017, our brand fuses mission and excellence. We obsess over product quality, thoughtful design, and community-first innovation-delivering gear that can withstand your toughest training and reflect what you stand for. We're a lean, passionate team operating at the intersection of performance and purpose, with a strong DTC presence, a growing Amazon channel, and a new strategic wholesale partnership with Scheels. As we continue to grow rapidly, we're looking for a high-impact Product Design Manager to help lead our next phase of growth. Role Overview As our in-house Product Design Manager, you'll own the full journey from concept to production, creating faith-inspired activewear that delivers both technical performance and strong brand identity. This role blends creativity and execution to ensure products launch on time, at quality, and ready for success in e-commerce and retail. Key Responsibilities Product Development: Lead the refinement and evolution of conceptual designs into fully developed products, with knowledge of sourcing activewear-related fabric. Oversee tracking, reviewing, and commenting on all product samples, trims, lab dips, and factory items Production Management: Serve as the primary liaison with manufacturers, managing prototyping, sampling, quality control, timelines, and cost negotiations to guide designs from development to final production. Scheduling: Keep the Product Team on track as it relates to the Dev Calendar for main seasonal collections, capsules, and special projects, ensuring alignment with overall business goals. Technical Design: Oversee the creation and refinement of tech packs, fit specifications, and material selections to support accurate and efficient production of activewear apparel and accessories Ability to schedule and lead: fitting sessions and make the appropriate changes needed. Optimize for E-Commerce and Channels: Design with sales channels in mind (Shopify, Amazon, Scheels), creating visuals, mockups, and iteration cycles that support performance across platforms. Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with outsourced designers, marketing, operations, and customer service to align on trends, inventory, and brand storytelling. Keep the team up-to-date on all things related to products coming down the pipeline. Drive Innovation and Testing: Research new fabrics and technologies, conduct rigorous wear-testing (including workouts and washing cycles), and iterate to uphold our commitment to top-quality, purpose-driven gear. Uphold Brand Values: Infuse every stage of the process with empathy, integrity, and a faith-centered mindset, ensuring products reflect our mission of expanding the kingdom and giving God glory. Strategic Planning: Develop and implement product design strategies that support company growth, including budgeting, resource allocation, and long-term roadmap planning. What Success Looks Like Refined, market-ready products launched on schedule, building on outsourced concepts to achieve high performance and faith-aligned innovation Efficient production management leading to improved margins and reduced waste through smart supplier coordination Designs optimized for e-commerce success, driving strong sales across DTC, Amazon, and wholesale channels with low return rates Proactive identification and resolution of design-to-production friction, resulting in faster time-to-market A collaborative environment where your versatility supports team growth and embodies our purpose-driven culture Consistent quality improvements through testing and iteration, with minimal production issues Qualifications Experience: Minimum 4+ years in apparel design, with hands-on involvement in product development and production management. Experience designing for e-commerce is a huge plus, particularly in activewear or sportswear. Technical Design background is strongly preferred Skills: Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop), strong knowledge of fabrics, manufacturing processes, and product development. Excellent project management, analytical, and problem-solving abilities for end-to-end execution. Personal Attributes: Alignment with Christian values is essential. We're looking for someone who shares our commitment to serving others with grace and integrity. Must be based in or willing to relocate to the Twin Cities area, with reliable internet for remote collaboration if needed. Ability to thrive in a lean, fast-paced environment and collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, ops, and design contributors. Availability: Full-time with flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends for deadlines or events. Technical Requirements: Comfortable with digital tools like video conferencing (e.g., Zoom) and collaboration platforms (e.g., Figma, Google Workspace). What We Offer Competitive Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 annually, based on experience and skills. Health & Dental/Vision Insurance Paid Time Off 401(k) with up to a 4% employer match. Apparel allowance Opportunity to work with a like-minded team in a purpose-driven environment where your faith can shine through your daily contributions. Room for growth as our company expands, including potential leadership in product innovation.
    $70k-90k yearly 1d ago
  • Assistant Product Manager - Personal and Group Training

    Johnson Fitness

    Product manager job in Cottage Grove, WI

    Under the direction of the Senior Global Product Manager for Personal and Group Training, the Assistant Product Manager is someone who performs a variety of Product Development duties in accordance with company policies and procedures. Responsibilities include assisting product managers in developing new products by collaborating with design, manufacturing, engineering, and sales, as well as through market research and competitive benchmarking. This is a non-supervisory position. Responsibilities Market Research: • Develop a network of knowledgeable experts • Conduct or participate in meaningful customer focus groups as needed • Prepare and distribute detailed competitive reviews • Maintain current competitive analysis for assigned product categories Innovation: • Identify, manage, and implement feature or specification improvements to current products • Provide support for the development of the category product plan • Through collaboration with cross-functional teams, identify opportunities for improving business outcomes Product Development Support: • Develop comprehensive product briefs and new product proposals • Write and manage Owner's Manuals and Assembly Guides, carton artwork, and product graphics as required • Manage all proposed product improvements as needed • Manage personal & group training category projects as directed by the Senior Global Product Manager for Personal & Group Training: • Manage product specifications through the Product Database • Supporting VAVE initiatives to drive enhanced user experience and support corporate profit goals • Consistently seek field and key stakeholder feedback on product designs throughout the NPD process. Marketing/Sales Support: • Work with Senior PM to develop product story for marketing department and features/benefits • Work with Senior PM to train sales team and dealers on why Matrix products are the best in class • Function as part of the Matrix ‘Total Solution' selling approach to develop solutions for customers • Review images, specifications, and marketing bullets for catalog and website communication • Assist in efforts in the showroom to prepare for customer presentations • Assist sales with customer visits by presenting the personal & group training product portfolio and how it aligns to our company vision when needed Marginal Job Functions: • Other projects as assigned Requirements Education : • 4-year degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Exercise Physiology, or Kinesiology undergrad preferred Experience: • Education or experience with product, sales, or service in the fitness industry, or project management in another commercial industry is required • Experience with Commercial Fitness Facilities preferred • Training programs in product management preferred • Training programs in fitness, such as ACE certification preferred • International experience, particularly with Asian manufacturing, preferred Other Requirements: • Proficient with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required • Some travel required. Approximately 3-4 international trips and frequent domestic customer visits. Benefits: We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include: · Health & Dental Insurance · Company paid Life Insurance · 401(k) · Paid Time Off benefits · Product discounts · Wellness programs EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability #ZR
    $43k-73k yearly est. 3d ago
  • Product Manager, Clinical Strategy

    Elephas

    Product manager job in Madison, WI

    Elephas, a Madison, WI based biotechnology company, is seeking a motivated Clinical Product Manager to drive the clinical go-to-market strategy and pipeline approach for the Elephas Live Platform. You'll work across R&D, clinical operations, data science, and commercial teams to connect experiments, data systems, and our diagnostic platform to ensure alignment on a customer centric approach. A major area of focus will be the strategy and execution for how Elephas collects, manages, and transforms clinical data into commercially relevant outputs and strategies. This includes designing and executing the clinical data roadmap based on marrying future pharma pipelines, clinical practice and product capabilities; establishing frameworks for data governance based on clinical application; and leveraging real-world clinical insights. In addition, a major area of focus will be evolving the data lake into a commercial applicable product used to guide R&D and clinical decision-making. This is a hands-on, cross-functional role for someone who is comfortable discussing clinical data one moment, defining KPIs with analysts the next, and partnering across teams to refine dashboards and strategies. Key Responsibilities: Understand the clinical landscape and how IO will evolve over the next 5-8 years and: Work with R&D to develop a corresponding pipeline plan to ensure the product responds to market demands Work with scientific communications to align a publication plan that keeps us clinically relevant Work with marketing to establish connectivity with leaders in each nuanced space Work with product managers to ensure the product can be delivered to future needs and if not help to establish a product roadmap to ensure compatibility Coordinate between CMO and clinical team to shape clinical trial and registry strategy to ensure alignment and market differentiation and value creation Ensure alignment of data collection to enable consistency and relevance to support diagnostic platform and publication team, working with data architect and analyst Establish a product brief and roadmap for a commercially applicable data tool that: It is sellable, relevant and differentiated in the market Leverages data lake and drives R&D and clinical decision making Has a seamless interface and communication capability with the end user Develop and monitor reports and KPIs to measure performance of clinical data capture, identifying and addressing missed metrics proactively and that support strategic decision-making across product development, partnerships, and commercialization Ensure clinical data outputs are accurate, interpretable, and formatted for use in clinical settings, including pathology labs, oncology clinics, and hospital systems Collaborate with clinical and software teams to build tools that support clean data capture and automated reporting Develop reporting frameworks that convert complex biological data into clear, clinically actionable insights. Required Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor's or advanced degree in Life Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Bioinformatics, or related field 5+ years of experience in clinical product management, clinical data management, or clinical operations within diagnostics, biotech, or digital health Proven leadership in managing cross-functional product teams Understanding of clinical data types (e.g., histopathology, genomics, imaging) and their role in translational research Ability to analyze clinical data and generate actionable insights Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills We offer our employees competitive compensation and benefits, including paid time off, health insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan, and stock options. DISCLAIMER The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
    $65k-97k yearly est. 25d ago
  • Assistant Product Manager - Personal and Group Training

    Johnson Health Tech Companies 4.1company rating

    Product manager job in Cottage Grove, WI

    Job DescriptionDescription: Under the direction of the Senior Global Product Manager for Personal and Group Training, the Assistant Product Manager is someone who performs a variety of Product Development duties in accordance with company policies and procedures. Responsibilities include assisting product managers in developing new products by collaborating with design, manufacturing, engineering, and sales, as well as through market research and competitive benchmarking. This is a non-supervisory position. Responsibilities Market Research: • Develop a network of knowledgeable experts • Conduct or participate in meaningful customer focus groups as needed • Prepare and distribute detailed competitive reviews • Maintain current competitive analysis for assigned product categories Innovation: • Identify, manage, and implement feature or specification improvements to current products • Provide support for the development of the category product plan • Through collaboration with cross-functional teams, identify opportunities for improving business outcomes Product Development Support: • Develop comprehensive product briefs and new product proposals • Write and manage Owner's Manuals and Assembly Guides, carton artwork, and product graphics as required • Manage all proposed product improvements as needed • Manage personal & group training category projects as directed by the Senior Global Product Manager for Personal & Group Training: • Manage product specifications through the Product Database • Supporting VAVE initiatives to drive enhanced user experience and support corporate profit goals • Consistently seek field and key stakeholder feedback on product designs throughout the NPD process. Marketing/Sales Support: • Work with Senior PM to develop product story for marketing department and features/benefits • Work with Senior PM to train sales team and dealers on why Matrix products are the best in class • Function as part of the Matrix ‘Total Solution' selling approach to develop solutions for customers • Review images, specifications, and marketing bullets for catalog and website communication • Assist in efforts in the showroom to prepare for customer presentations • Assist sales with customer visits by presenting the personal & group training product portfolio and how it aligns to our company vision when needed Marginal Job Functions: • Other projects as assigned Requirements: Education : • 4-year degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Exercise Physiology, or Kinesiology undergrad preferred Experience: • Education or experience with product, sales, or service in the fitness industry, or project management in another commercial industry is required • Experience with Commercial Fitness Facilities preferred • Training programs in product management preferred • Training programs in fitness, such as ACE certification preferred • International experience, particularly with Asian manufacturing, preferred Other Requirements: • Proficient with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required • Some travel required. Approximately 3-4 international trips and frequent domestic customer visits. Benefits: We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include: · Health & Dental Insurance · Company paid Life Insurance · 401(k) · Paid Time Off benefits · Product discounts · Wellness programs EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability #ZR
    $40k-62k yearly est. 16d ago
  • Digital Product Manager, ServiceNow, HR

    Kohler Co 4.5company rating

    Product manager job in Kohler, WI

    _Work Mode: Onsite_ **Opportunity** The Digital Product Manager, HR ServiceNow is responsible for the strategic elevation and delivery of Kohler Co.'s HR ServiceNow capabilities to provide best-in-class associate experience. The product manager identifies ways to improve products and services to make the associate experience better, faster and more user friendly. The HR Digital Experience team is seeking a strategic ServiceNow expert who will develop the ServiceNow HRSD product vision, strategy, and roadmap as well as articulate the business' objectives as a Product Backlog on which the Development Team can execute. Candidates should have a deep understanding and experience of driving process standardization and owning digital product development principles and processes coupled with broad knowledge of the product's capability to meet business requirements. This person must be able to assume full responsibility for consolidating all business requirements into a Global Product Backlog and making it fully visible, clear, and transparent to all. Additionally, he or she must prioritize the global backlog so that the highest business value drivers are completed first, while effectively articulating all cross-platform dependencies. It is vital the candidate be detail oriented and possess the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with the key Stakeholders. The ability to negotiate will be necessary when discussing trade-offs with Stakeholders or the team. This individual must also be in tune with the "voice of the associate." Key skills and mindset required for this role include: + Strong HR process, operations, and organizational knowledge. + Ability to act and lead at strategic, tactical, and operational levels driving the product and team to success. + Champion and facilitate human-centered design to create ServiceNow solutions that provide a positive associate experience for all. + Highly skilled at collaborating across stakeholders, teams and geographies and driving to decisions. + Ability to develop and communicate strategic vision and direction. + Knack for approaching challenges with an analytical lens with the ability to quickly troubleshoot and remove roadblocks from the team. **Specific Responsibilities** + Lead discovery sessions, gather and document business requirements, translate business requirements into system requirements through developing epics, user stories and workflow maps. + Works closely with colleagues to create and maintain a product backlog according to business value or ROI; prioritize backlog to align to deliver the most value. + Assess value and prioritize stories, epics and themes to ensure work focuses on those with maximum value that are aligned with product strategy. + Collaborate with regional HR teams and business stakeholders to identify process and experience improvement opportunities, challenge the status quo and legacy processes. + Partner with IT team and third-party consultants to develop and deploy data interfaces and system integrations. + Collaborate with User Experience partners in usability testing and the development of the user design. + Address organizational and cultural changes necessary to achieve ROI. + Serve as the "voice of the customer" for the cross-functional Agile delivery teams; represent and reinforce the customer's perspective throughout the product realization cycle. + Bring a data-driven approach to decision making, both in day-to-day activities and when helping others make strategic trade-offs. + Provide vision and direction to the development team and stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle. + Breaks down large, multi-month delivery into short shippable product increments that allows functionality to be exposed to end users over time. + Support release management and ServiceNow upgrades, review product release summaries and identify enhancement opportunities and downstream impacts. + Ensure the Development Team deliverables meet agreed-upon standards for quality and non-functional requirements, and the products meet the stated business need. + Review completed work to ensure specified acceptance criteria have been met and that features and stories meet the definition of ready/done. + Functions as liaison between development team and end customers, users and other stakeholders. + Continuously and transparently communicate, with internal stakeholders, the prioritization of the Product Backlog and the progress of development efforts via Sprint Reviews. + Develops marketing collateral including product specifications, training documentation, user manuals and user acceptance test scripts and plans (UAT). **Skills/Requirements** + Bachelor's degree from an accredited university. + 5+ years of experience in project management, program development, and HR technology/systems implementation with an emphasis in cross-functional and cross-cultural projects. + Demonstrated experience with HR process improvement, preferably with HR operations/shared services. + Experience working with associate and manager self- service platforms. + Configuration experience with the ServiceNow HR Service Delivery (HRSD) platform highly desired, including case management, knowledge management, and portal management. + Experience with HR systems such as SAP SuccessFactors or Workday, preferred. + Experience with Agile methodologies and frameworks preferred. **_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._** _We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $110,300 - $170,800. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation._ **Why Choose Kohler?** We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives. **About Us** It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact ********************* . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
    $110.3k-170.8k yearly 30d ago

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