Product Manager
Product manager job at Trimble
Job Title: Product Manager, Hardware Solutions
Our Department: CTCT (Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies)
Does helping transform the earthmoving industry as a hardware product manager for construction industry solutions excite you?
What You Will Do
As the Product Manager for Hardware Solutions within CTCT, you will be a key member of an empowered and accountable Product Team that has true ownership of their product; sellable, installable, and supportable hardware solutions that increase market penetration and system sales revenue.
You will be responsible for translating CTCT strategy to product team strategy, distilling product needs from customer needs and requests, and establishing priorities within the Product Team. You will work directly with internal and external customers, suppliers, stakeholders, and multi-discipline engineering teams to develop, maintain, and support compelling, high-quality hardware products throughout the complete lifecycle.
Your product responsibilities will include IMUs, angle sensors, and other hardware used in the heavy and compact construction, paving, and mining industries.
This will include:
Work closely with customers, stakeholders, and multi-discipline teams to capture product needs and requests
Develop the Product Team Strategy, Multi-Generation Product Plan (MGPP), and Roadmap based on a deep understanding of customer, partner, and market needs
Set priorities to drive execution within the product team based on customer, stakeholder, product team, and lifecycle needs
Identify and champion hardware opportunities within CTCT and parent organizations to constantly improve the financial position of CTCT, Caterpillar, and Trimble
Lead with respect to issues, changes, decisions, and communications affecting your products and product team
Drive market research and competitive analysis to inform product development
Author/stakeholder for key documents including the Market Requirements Document (MRD), Product Requirements Document (PRD), Product Change Notifications (PCN), end-of-life notifications, user documentation, etc.
Role Expectations
Specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in hardware product development and product management
Communicate difficult concepts and negotiate with others to adopt a different point of view
Network with key contacts outside your own area of expertise
Interpret internal/external business challenges and recommend best practices to improve products, processes, or services
Lead others to solve complex problems
Work independently. Receive guidance in only the most complex situations
May lead teams or projects
What You Should Bring
BS in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent experience
Demonstrable professional experience working in product management, engineering, or a closely related role
Experience across the full hardware product development cycle
Hardware lifecycle management experience
Skilled in working with external suppliers and partners, and as part of a global team
Highly self-motivated, curious, proactive
Excellent written, verbal, visual, and interpersonal communication skills
Adept at influencing to achieve product outcomes
Attuned to the needs of the internal and external customer
Ability to think like the end user and translate customer needs into product requirements that are aligned with product strategy
Demonstrated ability to make effective, timely product decisions
Experience with grade control, construction business, construction machine operation and workflows, and/or automotive component development is highly desirable.
About CTCT
Our division develops machine control products that use site design information combined with positioning technology to semi-automatically control machines. These products are used in a range of applications to enable machine operators to perform their work safely, accurately, efficiently, sustainably, and effectively through the use of sophisticated yet intuitive user-centric technology.
Compensation: Trimble provides the following compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full time schedule. Trimble reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.
Hiring Range
$136,400.00-$184,200.00
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Bonus Eligible?
Yes
Commission Eligible?
No
Benefits: Trimble offers comprehensive core benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Time off plans and retirement plans. Most of our businesses also offer tax savings plans for health, dependent care and commuter expenses as well as Paid Parental Leave and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. If this position is identified above as commission- or bonus-eligible, the terms of the commission plan or discretionary bonus plan for which you are eligible will be provided following the employee start date.
How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply Now' button located in this posting.
Application Deadline: Applications could be accepted until at least 30 days from the posting date.
At Trimble, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Guided by our core values-Belong, Innovate, and Grow-we embrace and celebrate differences, knowing they make us stronger and more innovative. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds and advancing opportunities while embracing race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other protected and diverse characteristic. We are committed to offering our candidates and employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs the ability to seek reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law and/or where it would not constitute undue hardship for Trimble. For more, please see Trimble's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics at ***************************** under “Corporate Governance.”
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Auto-ApplyProduct Manager
Euclid, OH jobs
Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.
Location: Euclid - 22801
Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Marketing
Req ID: 27592
Purpose
The Product Manager (PM) owns a specific product line within a category, focusing on day-to-day product management, feature execution, and operational excellence. This position will be focused on the management of Lincoln Electric's global GTAW product portfolio.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Product Initiative & Prioritization - Own the product roadmap, ensuring alignment with category strategy. Manage the product initiatives, roadmap execution, and project planning. Balance trade-offs between business needs, technical feasibility, and customer expectations.
Product Development & Execution - Define product specifications, features, and enhancements based on customer and market needs. Work with engineering teams to ensure timely development and on-time delivery of new features.
Customer-Centric Product Management - Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews. Gather direct customer feedback, conduct usability testing, and analyze product adoption. Work closely with customer support and sales teams to address pain points.
Go-to-Market (GTM) Execution - Define pricing and positioning strategies to maximize market impact. Support marketing and sales teams with product positioning, training, and sales enablement materials. Ensure successful product launches and track initial adoption and customer feedback.
Data-Driven Decision Making - Monitor product performance metrics (usage, retention, revenue, churn, etc.). Continuously iterate on the product to improve user experience and business outcomes.
Subject Matter Expertise - Has working knowledge of product management. Continues to build knowledge of the organization, processes and customer base. Performs a range of straightforward assignments. Uses guidelines, policies and procedures to analyze and resolve problems.
Success Metrics
Strategic Impact - Percentage of roadmap items delivered on schedule
Revenue & Profitability - Revenue growth of the product line vs. forecast
Customer & Market Insights - Customer adoption rate of new features (%)
Product Execution - Feature delivery success rate (%)
Cross Functional Collaboration - Project completion rate (%)
Leadership & Team Development - Leadership influence in product roadmap initiatives
Innovation & Process Improvement - Number of product line-level new products, enhancements, and SKU reductions
Basic Requirements
3+ years of experience in product management or related experience
Experience with GTAW and GTAW applications is preferred
Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, marketing, or related field
Hands-on experience with product development, market research, and data-driven decision-making
Strong ability to prioritize features, manage trade-offs, and drive execution
25% travel
Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
Director of Product Development
Charlotte, NC jobs
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is North America's leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer's portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard hardscape, Echelon Masonry, MoistureShield composite decking, RDI railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete packaged concrete, Amerimix mortar, Pebble Technology International pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal sands and sealant technologies.
Job Summary
Responsible for the company's Product Development department, including staffing, high level product planning and process execution. This includes gathering and prioritizing requirements for the Product Management, engineering and data management teams and collaborating with other leaders from engineering, marketing, sales, finance, customer service and operations departments. Overall goal is to deliver innovative; value add new products to produce product enhancements aligned with the strategic goals of the business.
Job Location
This is a remote role when not traveling to or at our plants
Job Responsibilities
Oversee and ensure that the goals and functions of the product development team are efficiently and effectively executed
Review and update product development process guidelines to properly manage project deadlines
Enhance career development of product development personnel through coaching, mentoring and guiding
Encourage category and process ownership among product development teams, as well as sound and timely decision making and problem solving
Ensure product management team is informed of, and operations/marketing are aligned with, overall company product development strategy and targets
Set product vitality targets based upon company goals and ensure product development roadmaps and product launches align to surpass target
Review product proposals and strategies presented by product management team to ensure plan alignment and effective process timelines are maintained
Communicate clearly with engineering, marketing, sales and operational personnel to ensure there is an understanding of desired prioritization and expected participation throughout the PM process
Work with product managers to ensure costing, pricing and margins are planned in detail, are done in an accurate and timely manner and support the overall strategic goals of the company
Align with purchasing on all raw material trends and finance/sr. commercial manager to determine price change requirements
Set strategies and partner with product managers to prioritize product timelines to align with business, consumer and market needs
Meet with sales, customers and review market research studies to gain a clear understanding of current and future market direction and needs
Partner with product managers, sales and brand marketing to develop strategies for successful product implementation
Oversee market research and competitive product evaluation activity by product development team
Responsible for presenting and promoting all product categories, as needs be, at sales and customer meetings
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree required in a related business field
10 plus years of progressive leadership experience within Product Development
Solid understanding and demonstrated application of disciplined product development processes and financial modeling
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and develop, maintain and, ultimately, hit established deadlines
Critical thinker, a solution focused approach with high level of business acumen
Proven ability to multi-task in a dynamic, fast paced environment
Innate desire to learn about all aspects of the product development process
Up to 50% travel
Compensation
Base salary is $170,000 - $190,000
Bonus is 20% - 30% annually
401(k) / retirement savings program
Short- term and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Brand Manager, Valentine's
Stratham, NH jobs
Who We Are
At Lindt, we are a global fast-growing consumer goods company, enchanting the world with premium chocolate. We are driven by our passion for excellence and go the extra mile ensuring that every Lindt experience is nothing short of exceptional. Our collective efforts are geared towards making a positive impact, not only in the world of premium chocolate but also in the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. Our company embraces a culture defined by the core values of Excellence, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Responsibility, and Collaboration, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment where these principles drive our success.
Position Purpose:
The Brand Manager will manage and grow the Valentine Brand segment. This position will be responsible for developing brand-building plans and executing projects and initiatives for assigned brand or brand segment, which support both the short and long-term marketing strategy. The Brand Manager will collaborate cross-functionally (locally and with international colleagues) to create brand relevancy with consumers, drive profitable growth and, develop and execute activities that build and support the brand equity. This person will also support in managing vendor and agency partners and all aspects of their projects.
This is a hybrid role that requires three days per week in our Stratham, NH corporate office.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:
Marketing Strategy
Develop, present, and execute consumer-relevant, annual marketing plans for Valentines with clear measures for success that contribute to sales, profit and brand health.
Leverage working knowledge of consumer, category and brand and continually identify, develop, and execute business-building initiatives which deliver against the global brand strategy and the company's business and marketing objectives.
Thoroughly understand Lindt brand equity and respective sub-brand equities. Develop brand plans and initiatives, such as traditional media, digital support, promotions, packaging and creative, which fully align and strengthen positioning.
Research and Analytics
Lead and conduct routine analysis of the brand, key initiatives, competition, category, customer and consumer. Synthesize key findings and recommend actions to grow brand.
Lead and assist with insight gathering research that collects consumer and competitive knowledge that can be utilized to enhance and evolve the brand's recipe development, promotional acceptance and communication evolution, among others.
Thoroughly understand internal brand metrics, such as sales and profit, and actively contribute to sales projections and financial planning to drive the brand.
Product/Portfolio Management
Responsible for managing Holiday portfolio. Includes: SKU rationalization, mix strategies and profit optimization.
Responsible for meeting the full portfolio P&L.
Evaluate product portfolio and the marketplace and make recommendations for new product launches and product improvements to meet consumer needs.
Analyze market potential on an ongoing basis for existing and new products and develop competitive concepts to ensure the long-term, profitable growth of Lindt USA.
Analyze viability and profit/sales potential for new segments, markets, and consumers.
Develop and implement strategies and plans to maximize the profitability of assigned products / product categories while maintaining the high quality standard.
Drive the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) process for assigned brand(s); Secure and engage cross functional support to meet required deliverables in a timely manner.
Brand/Customer Support
Develop and execute marketing communication plans via advertising and consumer promotions.
Communicate regularly with the Sales Directors, Field Sales Force, and Customer Marketing to ensure that marketing programs are properly implemented.
Proactively communicate and collaborate with Field Sales to ensure meaningful integration and alignment in meeting the needs of the customer and marketplace.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Skills & Knowledge:
Marketing experience within a FMCPG
Experience in new product development
Previous experience with full P&L responsibility, a plus
Experience working in an international corporate environment, a plus
Research experience - consumer panels & Qualitative / Quantitative research methods
Education:
Bachelor's degree required
MBA preferred
Other Requirements:
Ability to travel up to 10%
Total Rewards:
Compensation Range: $106,000.00 - 138,000.00
To learn more about our benefits visit ***************************************
Lindt USA's salary range reflects market rates based on our size, revenue, and location. Starting pay is determined using a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience as well as market conditions. A bonus and/or long-term incentive may be included as part of this compensation package.
Lindt and Sprüngli is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law. Applicants for this position must successfully pass a background screening and may be required to pass drug screenings as well.
If you are looking to join a winning team and fast-track your career, contact us!
Join us on our journey of excellence, impact, and growth #LifeAtLindt
Requirements
Total Rewards:
Compensation Range: $106,000.00 - 138,000.00
To learn more about our benefits visit ***************************************
Lindt USA's salary range reflects market rates based on our size, revenue, and location. Starting pay is determined using a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience as well as market conditions. A bonus and/or long-term incentive may be included as part of this compensation package.
Lindt and Sprüngli is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law. Applicants for this position must successfully pass a background screening and may be required to pass drug screenings as well.
If you are looking to join a winning team and fast-track your career, contact us!
Join us on our journey of excellence, impact, and growth #LifeAtLindt
Brand Manager (Lindor)
Stratham, NH jobs
Who We Are
At Lindt, we are a global fast-growing consumer goods company, enchanting the world with premium chocolate. We are driven by our passion for excellence and go the extra mile ensuring that every Lindt experience is nothing short of exceptional. Our collective efforts are geared towards making a positive impact, not only in the world of premium chocolate but also in the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. Our company embraces a culture defined by the core values of Excellence, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Responsibility, and Collaboration, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment where these principles drive our success.
Position Purpose:
The Brand Manager will take responsibility for leading more Lindor formats. The position will be primarily responsible for leading and developing brand-building strategies and plans for formats and reviewing Price/Pack Architecture. Additionally, the position will leading renovation of our key portfolio, executing projects and initiatives that support both the short and long-term marketing strategy. The Brand Manager is responsible for leading cross-functional teams (locally and internationally) to build and execute product innovation and renovation, and brand initiatives to grow brand relevance, drive profitable market share growth, and build brand equity. This person will take lead in managing vendor and agency partners and all aspects of their projects.
This is a hybrid role in strong collaboration with the cross functional team based in Stratham, NH. Three days per week are required in our Stratham, NH corporate office / or Boston, MA.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:
Marketing Strategy
Develop, present, and execute consumer-relevant, annual marketing plans for LINDOR formats with clear measures for success that contribute to sales, profit and brand health objectives.
Lead core cross-functional team focused on optimizing the price/pack architecture and competitiveness of our key portfolio.
Develop and oversee new product development for LINDOR formats.
Develop and execute full 360-degree marketing campaigns across digital, social, media, shopper, and in-store touchpoints.
Leverage working knowledge of consumer, category and brand and continually identify, develop, and execute business-building initiatives which deliver against the global brand strategy, and the company's business and marketing objectives.
Research & Analytics
Lead or conduct routine analysis of the brand, key initiative, competition, category, customer and consumer. Synthesize key findings and indications which enhance brand and company performance.
Lead and assist with insight gathering research that collects consumer and competitive knowledge that can be utilized to enhance and evolve the brand's recipe development, promotional acceptance and communication evolution, among others.
Thoroughly understand internal brand metrics, such as sales and profit, and actively contribute to sales projections and financial planning to drive the brand.
Brand/Customer Support
Develop and execute marketing communication plans via advertising and consumer promotions, including media recommendations, social media, PR, and consumer activations.
Communicate regularly with the Sales Strategy Team and Directors, Field Sales Force, and Customer Marketing to ensure that marketing programs are properly implemented.
Proactively communicate and collaborate with Field Sales to ensure meaningful integration and alignment in meeting the needs of the customer and marketplace.
Attend sales calls and actively participate in selling at the customer level
Qualifications & Requirements:
Skills & Knowledge:
Marketing experience within a FMCPG
Experience in new product development
Previous experience with full P&L responsibility, a plus
Experience working in an international corporate environment, a plus
Research experience - consumer panels & Qualitative / Quantitative research methods
Education:
Bachelor's degree required
MBA preferred
Other Requirements:
Ability to travel up to 10%
Total Rewards:
Compensation Range: $106,000.00 - 138,000.00
To learn more about our benefits visit ***************************************
Lindt USA's salary range reflects market rates based on our size, revenue, and location. Starting pay is determined using a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience as well as market conditions. A bonus and/or long-term incentive may be included as part of this compensation package.
Lindt and Sprüngli is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law. Applicants for this position must successfully pass a background screening and may be required to pass drug screenings as well.
If you are looking to join a winning team and fast-track your career, contact us!
Join us on our journey of excellence, impact, and growth #LifeAtLindt
Requirements
Total Rewards:
Compensation Range: $106,000.00 - 138,000.00
To learn more about our benefits visit ***************************************
Lindt USA's salary range reflects market rates based on our size, revenue, and location. Starting pay is determined using a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience as well as market conditions. A bonus and/or long-term incentive may be included as part of this compensation package.
Lindt and Sprüngli is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law. Applicants for this position must successfully pass a background screening and may be required to pass drug screenings as well.
If you are looking to join a winning team and fast-track your career, contact us!
Join us on our journey of excellence, impact, and growth #LifeAtLindt
IT Product Manager - PLM Design & Engineering
Tampa, FL jobs
Ashley Furniture is the largest manufacturer of furniture in the world. Our talented engineers and designers travel the world to stay ahead of evolving trends, new materials, and emerging technologies. Our global teams work closely, ensuring that new products meet our standards of excellence while optimizing efficiencies in manufacturing, cost control, and speed to market.
IT Product Manager - PLM Design & Engineering
As the IT Product Manager - PLM Design & Engineering at Ashley Furniture Industries, you will play a pivotal role bridging the gap between business and technology, driving product strategy and execution within Design & Engineering specifically focusing on PDM/PLM, CAD solutions, and engineering workflow optimization. This role is responsible for translating business vision into actionable initiatives and collaborating with Technology to deliver impactful solutions using Agile methodologies.
Primary Job Functions
This section describes the primary/essential responsibilities that this job performs.
Company Values: Demonstrate the Company's Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions. (Honesty & Integrity, Passion, Drive & Discipline, Continuous Improvement, Dirty Fingernail, Growth-Focused, Customer Centric, Boundaryless, and A Culture of Leadership)
Product Strategy: Support development of strategies that align with business goals and customer needs. This includes working with Design & Engineering stakeholders to define product vision, setting OKRs, and creating engineering systems roadmaps to achieve them
Product Development: Work closely with business stakeholders and engineering teams to develop product requirements. Facilitate critical decisions and tradeoffs to ensure that product development is on track and meets the defined specifications and quality standards
Feature Prioritization: Prioritize features and initiatives based on business and technology objectives, customer feedback, and business value. Continuously reassess and adjust feature priorities based on changing market conditions, customer feedback, and business needs
Roadmap Planning: Create and maintain product roadmaps for engineering systems. Communicate these roadmaps to stakeholders and ensure alignment across the organization
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with global engineering teams, design teams, and other key business functions to ensure seamless product integration and execution. This includes coordinating system deployments, creating go-live strategies, and ensuring alignment across departments
Customer Focused: Work closely with engineering teams to understand common issues and areas for improvement and use this information to drive product enhancements and reduce engineering pain points.
Data Analysis: Utilize data analytics to develop strategies, identify trends, and measure ROI and product performance for engineering systems
Agile Methodology: Support and advocate for Agile methodologies to manage product development. This includes participating in sprint ceremonies to ensure efficiency and alignment
Thought Leadership: Bring expertise in the industry and Design & Engineering area to drive innovation and efficiency. Understand and influence the applications and systems supporting the product
Job Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, business administration, or a related field. MBA is a plus.
Experience:
4+ years of experience in product management, preferably in enterprise software with familiarity of design and engineering business operations, CAD systems, PDM/PLM platforms, or related Design & Engineering Systems area
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Understanding of engineering processes like CAD systems, PDM/PLM platforms, design workflows, and product development lifecycle
Familiarity with Engineering Data Management best practices and technical project leadership
Familiarity with SolidWorks Manage system is preferred
Familiarity with CAD systems and design process experience with workflow standardization capabilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions
Ability to support translation of business objectives into a structured product strategy, preferably in the Design & Engineering Systems area
Benefits tracking, ROI analysis, and business case development experience
Business process project management and change management capabilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels
Proficiency in product management tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello, Aha!) and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum)
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams
Experience with system performance metrics including platform uptime, user adoption metrics, and integration success rates
Process efficiency optimization including design cycle times, workflow automation, and system performance improvements
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 Social Responsibility information page:
Corporate Social Responsibility
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.
Corporate Category Manager, Bakery/Dairy
Richmond, VA jobs
is located onsite at our West Creek office, located in Richmond, VA.
The Bakery and Dairy Category.
We Deliver the Goods:
Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
Position Summary:
Achieve sales and earned income (revenue) objectives and related marketing activities in a specific category of Bakery/Dairy across the corporation. Effectively develop pricing and earned income programs on Performance Foodservice brand products ensuring competitive invoice delivered cost to the Operating Companies. Negotiate formula cost tied to 3rd party markets when available for Performance Foodservice brand products. Includes the negotiation of new and enhanced supplier programs. Increased participation with strategic suppliers with the conversion of nonstrategic vendor purchases. Managing communication flow to OpCos as it relates to market conditions and inventory positions. Interaction with Marketing/Brands on current and future brand and item development. Support, train and educate the field in the category of expertise via programs such as Operating Company liaison, interactive training, food shows, and other industry activities. Resolve issues related to vendor partners. Manage rebate tracking programs and resolve issues pertaining to collection of rebates and other incentives from suppliers and payments to OpCos. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.
Position Responsibilities:
Negotiate new and enhanced supplier programs to solicit participation in key marketing strategies / events - to include maintaining all documents, forms and related Vendor information.
Perform key category reviews. analyze sales, earned income (revenue), industry trends, etc. for brand extensions and/or Request For Proposals (RFPs).
Develop and promote "Performance" brands within managed categories and conduct ongoing evaluation of the products through comparison to competitive products and suppliers through data and product cuttings and comparisons and evaluation of supplier product specifications and food safety programs.
Communicate with the Operating Companies to assist with any local issues/opportunities. Communicate market status/trends, purchase recommendations and key supplier performance updates. Conducted from both the corporate office and through Operating Company liaison visits.
Perform vendor meetings - review sales, earned income trends, OpCo issues. Develop an action plan to address those issues as needed.
Assist with merchandising conference planning activities, attend, participate, and present at various events such as Summits, IFDA, NRA, Executive Conferences, and other industry events and conferences.
Support other strategic departments and company goals and functions with procurement related information, functions and activities.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
3 - 5 years
Procurement or Category Management experience. business or related area within foodservice industry
Company description
Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.
Awards and Accolades
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
Senior Manager, Paid Brand Media
San Leandro, CA jobs
About the Role
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Senior Paid Brand Media Manager to oversee planning, execution, and optimization of select upper-funnel paid media campaigns. This role will focus on driving brand awareness, consideration, and demand across both eCommerce (DTC) and wholesale/retail channels.
This role will manage traditional brand media (TV, streaming TV, out-of-home, audio) as well as emerging and ancillary digital channels (programmatic display, Reddit, audio streaming, and more). The ideal candidate will be adept at translating brand strategy into effective, multi-channel media campaigns that engage target audiences and build brand equity. This role will work closely with the brand digital content, paid social, analytics and creative teams.
You'll Make a Difference By
Leading planning and execution of upper-funnel paid brand media campaigns across TV, streaming TV, radio/audio, billboards/OOH, programmatic display, and ancillary channels.
Partnering with brand marketing, creative, eCommerce, and wholesale teams to ensure media activations support both direct-to-consumer and retail/wholesale objectives.
Managing external media agencies and platform partners, ensuring campaigns deliver on performance metrics, budget efficiency, and brand goals.
Analyzing and reporting on campaign effectiveness, leveraging brand lift studies, reach/frequency, and media mix modeling to optimize spend.
Staying ahead of media industry trends, piloting new opportunities, and evaluating new platforms to expand reach and relevance with key audiences.
Collaborating with director to manage media budgets, forecasts, and reconciliations.
Mentoring cross-functional team members, fostering growth and best practices in brand media.
Other job duties as assigned.
About You
6-8+ years of experience in paid media planning and buying, with expertise across both traditional and digital channels.
Strong background in upper-funnel/brand media; proven success driving brand awareness and demand.
Experience managing large media budgets and agency relationships.
Familiarity with brand lift studies, MMM, and other measurement tools for upper-funnel campaigns.
Ability to balance brand-building with performance goals, supporting both DTC and wholesale growth.
Strong communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Proven ability to evaluate and test emerging media opportunities.
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field (MBA a plus).
About Ariat
Ariat is an innovative, outdoor global brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high-quality footwear and apparel for people who ride, work, and play outdoors, and care about performance, quality, comfort, and style.
The pay range for this position is $135,000.00-145,000.00 per year.
The salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data for geographic locations. Ariat in good faith believes that this posted compensation range is accurate for this role at this location at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.
Ariat's holistic benefits package for full-time team members includes (but is not limited to):
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
Expanded wellness and mental health benefits
Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid volunteer days
401(k) with company match
Bonus incentive plans
Team member discount on Ariat merchandise
Note: Availability of benefits may be subject to location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. Ariat reserves the right to alter these benefits in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
Ariat will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws. Ariat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local law. Ariat is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, email *************************.
Please see our Employment Candidate Privacy Policy at ********************* to learn more about how we collect, use, retain and disclose Personal Information.
Please note that Ariat does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agreement, Ariat will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter/agency placement fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed Agreement, Ariat explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Ariat.
Footwear Product Manager
Miami, FL jobs
Fuego is redefining dance footwear with sneakers built for dance and everyday life - combining style, performance, and comfort in every step. We're growing fast and looking for a Product Manager who can bridge creativity and execution - managing the product lifecycle from concept to launch.
What You'll Do
Help set the product strategy - vision, roadmap, and positioning for Fuego's global footwear and accessories line.
Support the entire product lifecycle - from concept to launch.
Manage and guide the design team, ensuring creative direction aligns with brand identity and production feasibility.
Translate brand strategy and consumer insights into actionable product roadmaps.
Oversee sampling, materials, costing, and timelines with suppliers.
Partner cross-functionally with operations, marketing, and e-commerce to plan product drops and campaigns.
What We're Looking For
4-6 years of experience in product management or footwear design/development.
Strong understanding of footwear construction, materials, and manufacturing.
Experience managing or collaborating closely with design teams.
Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Passion for dance, fashion, or footwear.
Why Fuego
Shape the future of a fast-growing global lifestyle brand.
Work in a creative, collaborative, and entrepreneurial team culture.
Competitive compensation package, benefits, and - of course - free shoes!
The opportunity to bring visionary footwear to life, from concept to reality.
Director, Strategy
San Leandro, CA jobs
About the Role
At Ariat, we are seeking an energetic, collaborative, and forward-thinking Director of Strategy to develop and support the execution of our go-to-market strategy. The role will report to the Vice President of Strategy & Analytics, and work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and the broader organization.
Through rigorous analyses, focus on our customers, creative thinking, and deep partnership with cross-functional stakeholders, the Director of Strategy develops the overall strategic direction for Ariat. This person will support the prioritization and implementation of near-term initiatives, and identify/assess longer-term growth opportunities across our Retail, eCommerce, Wholesale, and International business segments.
Ariat currently has a hybrid schedule, and this role will be working in our San Leandro, CA office a minimum of three days per week.
You'll Make a Difference By:
Developing and driving Ariat's overall strategy, and translating the strategy into specific initiatives and transformation efforts that drive profitable growth
Researching and synthesizing market and competitive intelligence to understand current trends and industry dynamics - and what they mean for Ariat, both short- and long-term
Evaluating new business opportunities, including market potential, brand/customer fit, competitive positioning, capability requirements, and business cases
Supporting cross-functional teams to provide clear insights and strategies for key growth initiatives in their respective areas, and how these “ladder up” to Ariat's overall strategy
Assessing growth and capability investments (e.g., Artificial Intelligence), including use case prioritization, business impact, and change management required
Partnering with consumer insights and analytics teams to embed “voice of the consumer” into our strategies - with a clear articulation of the “so-what”
Evaluating underlying drivers of business performance and opportunities for improvement (e.g., sales trends, consumer loyalty, channel growth, etc.)
Synthesizing findings and developing clear and compelling materials that communicate our strategies to the Board, Senior Leadership Team, and the broader organization
Leading the Strategy team, providing strategic guidance, thought leadership, and mentorship that supports personal and professional development
Assisting with other responsibilities based on business needs
About You
10+ years of work experience in strategy or strategy consulting for wholesale and direct-to-consumer companies. Experience in the apparel and/or footwear industry strongly preferred.
Bachelor's degree required. MBA preferred.
Track record of leading and developing high-performing teams
Entrepreneurial mindset, with a track record of building new capabilities or supporting a business through an accelerated growth and transformation period
Demonstrated track record as an outstanding problem solver and strategic thinker with the ability to quickly identify key issues and develop hypotheses
Ability to translate complex ideas and dispersed information into simple, actionable recommendations
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with the ability to oversee and provide support to cross-functional partners and/or more junior team members
Organizational skills, including project planning, time management, and attention to detail
Strong business acumen related to consumer-facing businesses and the ability to assess the impact of decisions on overall business performance
Strength in written and oral communication with proven ability to connect with and influence senior executives
Strong ability and willingness to collaborate effectively as a true team player
Demonstrated interest in retail and apparel/footwear
About Ariat
Ariat is an innovative, outdoor global brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high-quality footwear and apparel for people who ride, work, and play outdoors, and care about performance, quality, comfort, and style.
The salary range for this position is $165,000 - $185,000 per year.
The salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data for geographic locations. Ariat in good faith believes that this posted compensation range is accurate for this role at this location at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.
Ariat's holistic benefits package for full-time team members includes (but is not limited to):
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
Expanded wellness and mental health benefits
Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid volunteer days
401(k) with company match
Bonus incentive plans
Team member discount on Ariat merchandise
Note: Availability of benefits may be subject to location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. Ariat reserves the right to alter these benefits in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
Please note that Ariat does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agreement, Ariat will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter/agency placement fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed Agreement, Ariat explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Ariat.
Digital Communications Manager
Rutherford, NJ jobs
With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.
Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.
Job Description
The Digital Communications Manager leads the development, execution, and optimization of Sika's digital marketing and social media initiatives across the U.S. This role drives digital and social media strategy and performance analytics, maintains brand consistency across all digital channels and content, and supports both internal and external communications efforts. Serving as a creative and strategic partner to cross-functional teams, the position provides expertise in digital marketing, content creation, design, and channel management to elevate Sika's visibility and engagement.
Base salary: $80,000-$100,000 depending on experience and qualifications. Position is also eligible for bonus.
Specific Responsibilities:
Develop and execute digital marketing campaigns that drive brand awareness, engagement, and lead generation.
Manage key aspects of the Sika USA website, including content updates, and technical support for internal teams.
Support Target Market teams with back-end website functions to ensure a cohesive and unified content strategy.
Create and execute digital content for Sika's communication platforms.
Lead SEO initiatives to maximize website visibility, ranking, and overall performance.
Coordinate with newly acquired companies to ensure seamless and successful website transitions and integrations.
Oversee Sika's U.S. social media presence using platforms such as Sprout Social or Sprinklr, including approving, scheduling, and optimizing posts in adherence with corporate guidelines.
Develop a unified corporate social media content strategy that positions Sika as an industry leader and ensures consistent brand messaging.
Review all social content for quality, accuracy, brand alignment, and functionality,
Create and publish corporate and brand content across digital channels as needed.
Monitor and engage daily with audiences across all platforms, ensuring timely, proactive responses to comments, questions, and feedback.
Lead monthly analytics reporting, including social media listening, profile and post performance, tag performance, and competitive benchmarking; share insights with marketing teams and leadership.
Establish and refine social media strategies, templates, and best practices to ensure consistent execution and ongoing growth.
Support paid media initiatives and contribute to the development and management of Employee Advocacy programs.
Assist teams with digital asset management (DAM) by supporting media and file uploads and ensuring proper organization.
Provide support for digital platforms, including Unbounce (landing pages), Wistia (video hosting), and Pardot (email marketing).
Collaborate on external communications, including the development and distribution of press releases, newsletters, and internal stories.
Support email marketing campaigns and announcements through Pardot, ensuring accuracy and brand consistency.
Ensure all communications reflect a consistent voice, tone, and messaging that align with Sika's brand standards.
Participate in and support broader corporate marketing and communications initiatives and events as needed.
Work with third party agencies on campaigns, creatives and videos as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or related field.
5+ years of experience in digital marketing, social media management, or brand communications.
Proficiency in digital tools including Sprout Social or Sprinklr, Pardot, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Asset Management systems, Adobe Experience Manager, and CMS platforms.
Strong copywriting, content creation, and analytical skills.
Comfortable managing multiple digital tools and platforms.
Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate across diverse teams.
Excellent attention to detail, organization, and brand alignment.
Additional Information
Perks & Benefits
401k with Generous Company Match
Bonuses
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid time off, paid holidays
Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Education Assistance
Professional Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Program & More!
Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.
Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.
Senior Director of Product Strategy & Ecommerce
El Segundo, CA jobs
Reports to: CFO
FLSA Status: Exempt
Summary/Impact: The Senior Director of Product Strategy & Ecommerce is a critical cross-functional leader responsible for defining, executing, and optimizing the company's product and digital commerce strategy. This role owns the end-to-end product lifecycle-from concept to go-to-market-and ensures that both physical and digital experiences drive growth, profitability, and brand equity.
You will partner closely with Design, Development, Marketing, and Technology teams to build an integrated roadmap that connects product performance with ecommerce excellence. The ideal candidate combines creative vision with analytical rigor and thrives at the intersection of product, brand, and consumer experience.
Key Responsibilities
Product Strategy
Lead development and execution of the overall product strategy, including product intent, attribution, and performance tracking.
Build and maintain the Product Line Plan for both seasonal and core collections.
Develop clear Product Briefs aligned with brand strategy, financial goals, and consumer needs.
Own the Marketing Brief process-defining required levels of support, investment, and storytelling across channels.
Establish and maintain the Product Launch Calendar & Cadence to align with business objectives.
Set and monitor Gross Margin Targets and drive performance through pricing and assortment decisions.
Conduct ongoing competitive landscape analysis to inform product and pricing strategies.
Develop and execute a Pricing Strategy that maximizes profitability and market relevance.
Partner with Design & Development on the Innovation Roadmap to bring new products to market.
Co-lead the Inventory Investment & Buy Strategy with Planning.
Collaborate with Brand & Design to define and refine target consumer profiles.
Align with Marketing & Ecommerce on the Promotional Calendar to balance brand storytelling and revenue goals.
Participate in fittings and product reviews to ensure product execution meets brief intent and KPIs.
Oversee sample management needs for go-to-market and marketing purposes.
Ecommerce
Lead development of the Ecommerce strategy and forecast revenue targets across channels.
Define and optimize landing page architecture, ensuring alignment with brand and performance goals.
Own and implement the SEO strategy to drive organic traffic and visibility.
Build and manage an A/B testing roadmap to improve conversion and user experience.
Develop and maintain the site roadmap across key surfaces (Upper Funnel, Home Page, Landing Pages, PDPs).
Own content and copy needs, ensuring storytelling and product information drive engagement and sales.
Analyze ecommerce performance metrics (Conversion, Traffic, AOV, UPO, ASP, Return Rate, Bounce Rate, etc.) and report insights to leadership.
Conduct user research, session tracking, and journey mapping to identify friction points and opportunities.
Lead a direct report responsible for product setup, merchandising, campaign management, and site content execution.
Partner with Marketing to manage the Digital P&L, optimizing revenue, spend, and profitability.
Collaborate with Technology to guide the digital product lifecycle, from ideation to launch of site features and functions.
Align with Marketing & Merchandising on the Promotional Calendar for campaigns and activations.
Contribute to CRM strategy, ensuring seamless landing page flow and consumer engagement.
Inform performance marketing and influencer strategies to enhance product storytelling and conversion.
Requirements/Skills:
10+ years of progressive experience in product strategy, ecommerce, or merchandising within consumer goods, fashion, or lifestyle brands.
Proven track record of driving revenue and margin growth through product and digital strategies.
Deep understanding of ecommerce metrics, UX principles, and conversion optimization.
Strong financial acumen, including experience managing P&Ls and gross margin targets.
Exceptional cross-functional leadership and communication skills.
Strategic thinker with the ability to execute tactically in a fast-paced environment.
Experience leading and developing teams.
Proficiency with ecommerce platforms (e.g., Shopify Plus, Salesforce Commerce Cloud) and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Looker, Tableau).
Success in This Role Looks Like
A cohesive and data-driven product line strategy that balances creativity, performance, and profitability.
A highly optimized ecommerce experience that converts traffic efficiently and tells the brand story effectively.
Strong alignment between Product, Marketing, Design, and Technology teams through shared roadmaps and KPIs.
Consistent achievement of margin and revenue targets through strategic pricing, inventory management, and digital activation.
Compensation for California applicants is $175,000 - $200,000.
Sr Manager, Market & Federal Compliance
Oakland, CA jobs
Requisition ID # 166038
Job Category: Compliance / Risk / Quality Assurance; Maintenance / Construction / Operations
Job Level: Senior Manager
Business Unit: Electric Engineering
Work Type: Hybrid
Summary: As the Senior Manager of Market & Federal Compliance, you lead the charge in keeping PG&E ahead of the curve in an ever-evolving and complex regulatory landscape. From FERC filings to CAISO market rules, you turn complex federal requirements into clear strategy and operational guidance. You oversee high-stakes audits, track shifting regulations, manage regulatory stakeholder relationships, and collaborate across the business to ensure compliance is not only maintained-but actively shapes how PG&E operates in the market.
PG&E is providing the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual salary paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, and internal equity. Although we estimate the successful candidate hired into this role will be placed towards the middle or entry point of the range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to these factors.
A reasonable salary range is:
Minimum Base Salary (Bay Area) $147,000.00
Mid Base Salary (Bay Area) $199,000.00
Maximum Base Salary (Bay Area) $251,000.00
Responsibilities:
• Drive Market & Federal Compliance Delivery: Lead execution of FERC, CAISO, and federal compliance programs, turning complex requirements into clear, consistent actions across the business.
• Direct Audit & Enforcement Response: Lead responses to federal audits, investigations, and enforcement actions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with regulatory expectations.
• Embed Standards at Scale: Ensure compliance standards are fully implemented across departments by aligning executives, leadership, and internal teams, working closely with regulators and counsel.
• Deliver Performance Insights: Define and communicate key metrics for Market and Federal Compliance performance, applying pattern recognition and analytics to surface trends and guide strategic decisions.
• Ensure Market Rule Alignment: Monitor, interpret, and communicate CAISO and FERC market rules, partnering with legal and operational teams to ensure compliance across regulatory filings, tariffs, and system operations.
• Shape Risk-Informed Operations: Represent Market & Federal Compliance in cross-functional risk forums, embedding risk mitigation into policies and building partnerships that strengthen compliance integration.
• Drive Regulatory Alignment: Collaborate and develop professional relationships with regulators and internal stakeholders to anticipate and implement rule changes, ensuring timely execution of process updates.
• Grow and Empower Teams: Lead, mentor, and develop a large, high-performing compliance team in a continuously complex environment.
• Communicate with Clarity & Authority: Engage confidently with executives and external regulators, translating complex reporting requirements into clear and digestible actions and communications.
• Accelerate Strategic Initiatives: Support federal compliance special projects and cross-functional efforts that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for the business.
Qualifications
Minimum
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
8 years of experience with electric utility or related programs.
5 years of experience as a program or project manager
Desired:
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Law, Public Policy, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
5 years of experience in regulatory compliance, energy markets, or utility operations.
Proven track record managing compliance with FERC, CAISO, and other federal/state regulatory agencies.
Technical & Regulatory Knowledge
Deep understanding of federal energy regulations, filings, and reporting requirements.
Familiarity with CAISO market rules, tariff structures, and compliance obligations.
Experience leading responses to federal audits, including corrective action planning and execution.
Strong knowledge of data governance and ability to manage regulatory data requests with accuracy and timeliness.
Skills & Competencies
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple regulatory deadlines simultaneously.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex regulations and translate them into actionable compliance strategies.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for preparing filings, audit responses, and stakeholder communications.
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with legal, operations, and executive teams.
Proficiency in compliance management tools, databases, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Leadership & Accountability
Demonstrated ability to own compliance processes end-to-end, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of filings.
Skilled at leading cross-departmental teams during audits and regulatory reviews.
Capable of building strong relationships with regulators, auditors, and internal stakeholders.
High ethical standards and commitment to regulatory integrity.
Manager, Category- Seafood
Glen Allen, VA jobs
We Deliver the Goods:
Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
Position Summary
Manage the customer relations, purchasing, and financial management functions related to assigned product category in order to achieve maximum profits and customer satisfaction. Coordinate the buying, selling, and merchandising efforts of the vendor and distributor, resulting in satisfied customers, profitable sales and above average in-stock percentages, inventory turns, and days accounts payable outstanding. Interfaces with customers, vendors, management, warehouse personnel, and the Accounting, Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Transportation, Information Services, Inbound Freight Traffic personnel, Vice President, Purchasing and other Purchasing personnel. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.
Position Responsibilities:
Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet customers' needs. Monitor over-committed and urgent items. Increase inventory turns upon reaching full truckloads. Resolve slow moving and dead inventory issues. Consolidate low volume, slow turning items and vendors.
Review over-committed, urgent items, buyer's outs, stock adjustments, receiving discrepancies, and sales below cost reports. Negotiate buy brackets, inbound freight rates, backhaul dollars, cash discounts, extended terms, and earned income. Ensure costing and pricing accuracy, with special attention to changes, discrepancies, and customer audits.
Process returns to vendors including entering vendor bill backs before merchandise leaves our buildings. Set up vendor bill backs with Vice President, Purchasing. Review monthly reports. Work with Accounts Payable to ensure that vendor bill backs are promptly billed and deducted.
Assist accounting with invoicing customers for storage and finance charges on excess inventory.
Communicate issues and solutions to Area Managers, customers, branch multi-unit account personnel, and receiving and shipping personnel. Act as key purchasing contact for Multi-Unit Account Managers and Executives. Act as key purchasing department contact for customers.
Manage product quality issues such as recalls, etc. Monitor product expiration dates and ensure proper disposal of out-of-date products.
Manage and train buyers assigned for all facilities.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Relocation assistance can be provided for this position.
Qualifications:
Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
Required Experience: 3-5 years Foodservice distribution and purchasing experience
2+ years in purchasing seafood, preferably in a foodservice distribution environment.
Company description
Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.
Awards and Accolades
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
Business Development Manager
Portland, OR jobs
About the Company - Are you ready to join a company that's not just a workplace, but a legacy? Welcome to Grand + Benedicts, where innovation meets tradition and where every employee is valued as a pioneer. At Grand + Benedicts, we're more than just a company - we're a tight-knit community. Our culture is rooted in heart, where every individual matters, and every client is treated as a VIP. Whether we're serving a multinational chain or a small, independent business, we bring the same passion and attention to detail to each project. But it's not all about work. We believe in striking a balance between professional excellence and personal well-being. Our workplace offers an on-site gym and wellness programs throughout the year, ensuring that employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance. If you're passionate, skilled, and eager to be part of a dynamic community that values both excellence and well-being, Grand + Benedicts is the place for you. Join us in shaping the future of retail and discover a career where your talents are celebrated. Apply now and become part of our enduring legacy.
The Business Development Manager reports directly to the Director of Sales.
About the Role - As a Business Development Manager you will:
· Prospect new business with leading national retailers and brands
· Manage and grow existing business within assigned territory
· Qualify and develop leads generated via the company website and other marketing activities
· Work closely with an internal team of Project managers and Designers to support and grow customer accounts
· Travel to various locations for regular client visits, corporate headquarters of leading national retailers and brands
· Develop strong relationships with key contacts
· Communicate sales orders with Accounting and Shipping departments
Qualifications - Experience and Attributes essential for success:
· Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a related discipline
· Three (3) years of Sales, Account Management or Project Management skills preferred
· Strong understanding and execution of the sales process
· Work well independently as well as within a team
· Ability to showcase our offerings in a compelling way
· Ability to conceptualize in 3D and read store layouts or fixture drawings
· Knowledge of apparel and/or footwear industry or retail merchandising preferred
· Basic knowledge of production process typically using wood and metal preferred
Salary Range - Starting salary range: Starting salary range: $75,000-$85,000, based on experience, with commission opportunities. This role is designed to evolve into a commission-only compensation model as you grow and succeed in the position.
Work Schedule & Benefits
In-person at Portland office
8-hour shifts, Monday-Friday
25% travel required
401(k) with profit sharing
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Equal Opportunity Statement - It is the policy of Grand + Benedicts, Inc. that employment decisions shall be based on merit, qualifications and competence. Employment practices shall not be influenced or unlawfully affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Grand + Benedicts complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Grand + Benedicts, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grand + Benedicts, Inc. employees to perform their expected job duties is not tolerated.
New Product Development Manager
Santa Clara, CA jobs
at Samtec, Inc
Samtec is seeking a New Product Development Manager to join our team in the Silicon Valley Design Center located in Santa Clara, CA. Our New Product Development Manager owns all aspects of their optical transceiver development programs, managing a staff of assigned associates: inter-disciplinary (engineering) experts, cross-functional leaders, and project management, from concept approval through production release. They are highly effective leaders steeped in product development, optical transceiver product technology, and have proven competence in a key engineering discipline with adjacent competencies in others - enough to be an effective leader and manager, such as EE, RF-optics, photonics, signal integrity, physics, ME, optics, Material Science, thermal, FW. Essential Functions/ Responsibilities:
Lead the end-to-end development process for optoelectronic assemblies, from concept and prototyping to production and market release.
Collaborate with marketing, engineering, sourcing, manufacturing, and quality teams to define product specifications, plans, and budgets.
Build and constantly tune composition of excellent team
Oversee the design, development, and testing of optoelectronic components, ensuring performance, reliability, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
On time, on scope, on performance, on quality, on cost
Set up decision processes and roles to ensure timely execution
Identify and integrate emerging technologies and materials to enhance product performance and competitiveness.
Manage project milestones, mitigate risks, and resolve technical challenges to keep development on track.
Serve as the primary liaison between R&D, supply chain, and external partners or vendors.
Analyze market and customer feedback to refine product designs and prioritize development pipelines.
Mentor and guide team members, fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence.
Communicate up, across and down
“The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities”
Required Skills and Experience:
5+ years of experience in new product development, with at least a couple of cycles from concept to revenue and at least 2 years in a leadership role.
Strong leader of people, technology and product development, driving with a sense of urgency
Proven expertise in optoelectronics, including knowledge of optical systems, optical transceivers, semiconductor devices, or related assemblies.
Strong project management skills, with experience using tools like MS Project, Jira, or similar.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements for optoelectronic products.
Excellent problem-solving abilities and a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
Exceptional communication and leadership skills to inspire teams and influence stakeholders.
Education:
PhD + 7y, MS + 9y, BS + 10y
Electrical Engineering, Optics, Physics, Materials Science, Semiconductor Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering
Salary and benefit offerings:
The preferred location for this position is the Silicon Valley Design Center in Santa Clara, CA. At this facility the salary range for this position would be in the range of $232 - $290K per year and is commensurate with experience + plus generous Samtec bonuses paid three times per year in February, August and late fall.The secondary location would be the Samtec Vista design center in San Diego/Vista, CA. At this facility the salary range for this position would be in the range of $211 - $264K per year and is commensurate with experience + plus generous Samtec bonuses paid three times per year in February, August and late fall. The third location would be the Samtec Microelectronics facility in Colorado Springs, CO. At this facility the salary range for this position would be in the range of $189 - $237K per year and is commensurate with experience + plus generous Samtec bonuses paid three times per year in February, August and late fall.Samtec's generous benefits package includes medical (HSA/PPO) dental, vision, hearing, group life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, EAP, 401K match / profit sharing (Samtec will contribute 7% of your total gross pay to your 401(k) plan regardless of any contributions you make and will match the first 5% of your contribution to the 401(k)-plan dollar for dollar), plus other voluntary options, as well as paid time off. About Samtec: Founded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held, $950 million global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. Samtec Technology Centers are dedicated to developing and advancing technologies, strategies and products to optimize both the performance and cost of a system from the bare die to an interface 100 meters away, and all interconnect points in between. With 40+ international locations and products sold in more than 125 different countries, Samtec's global presence enables its unmatched customer service. Apply now if you have what it takes and are interested in joining Samtec's vaunted culture, with competitive salaries and world-class benefits.
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Auto-ApplyAssistant Product Manager
Glen Allen, VA jobs
At Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc., a leading designer, marketer and distributor of small household and commercial appliances, our culture is one of hard work, ethical behavior, and teamwork. We roll up our sleeves and work hard to create products that have been pleasing customers for over 100 years. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes health, dental and vision insurances,401(k), paid vacation, a paid charitable day, a quarterly subsidy to help cover the costs associated with staying fit, the ability to purchase our products at discounted rates, employee recognition, team building activities, a casual dress code, and a hybrid work schedule just to name a few of the advantages of working for this dynamic company.
We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Product Manager (APM) to join our Consumer Product Management team at our Corporate Headquarters in Glen Allen, Virginia. In this role, you'll support the development and execution of our product strategy aimed at growing our business in small kitchen appliances. You'll be a key contributor in managing product lifecycles, identifying consumer needs, and delivering meaningful innovation that drives business growth for our consumer product goods.
Key Responsibilities
Category Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of assigned product categories, ensuring performance targets are met.
Market Insights: Monitor competitive activity-including pricing, positioning, assortment, and merchandising-to identify opportunities and threats.
Product Development: Support or lead development of new products by identifying unmet consumer needs and collaborating with cross-functional teams including Industrial Design, Consumer Marketing, Engineering, Quality and Sourcing.
Product Communication: Help define each product's unique value proposition and ensure it is consistently reflected across marketing, packaging, and digital content.
Sales Enablement: Partner with the sales team to deliver product training, attend key account meetings, and develop tailored product and pricing strategies.
Business Analysis: Track and report on product performance, sales trends, and margin targets; provide regular updates to senior management.
Strategic Initiatives: Contribute to category strategy development and participate in special projects that drive innovation and growth.
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field
2-4 years of relevant experience in consumer product marketing and/or product development (CPG or appliances preferred)
Demonstrated success working with cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities
Strong business acumen with a keen attention to detail, able to analyze financial data meticulously and translate it into actionable insights.
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
Creative problem-solver with a passion for innovation and
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
Experience working with domestic and international suppliers is a plus
Our employees enjoy working in a tobacco-free and drug-free environment. We do not consider candidates who use tobacco products. Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit *****************
Auto-ApplyManager, Engineering - New Product Development
Wakeman, OH jobs
Job Description
Major Tasks and Responsibilities:
Lead and direct new product development activities by creating and executing project plans that drive team success.
Manage ideation through commercialization of new product development projects using the Stage Gate process. This includes researching new technologies and capabilities to add value to our product lines
Make strategic decisions that advance the new product development capabilities of the organization (including developing accelerated testing procedures, IoT/sensor testing)
Interact and coordinate with product management to develop new product strategies and roadmaps and identify, vet, and select new ideas for product development including participating in Voice of the Customer activities.
Create and present project updates, budgets, reports, and data analyses.
Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor the assigned engineering projects. Develop and execute root cause and corrective actions when projects are at risk of missing goals.
Assign responsibilities, mentor project team, follow up on progress, and identify and develop corrective actions.
Make timely decisions based on risks and available information to keep projects moving forward with expediency.
Ensure compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards and specifications.
Interact daily with stakeholders across the organization to facilitate completion of projects.
Manage department and project budgets.
Review intellectual property (patents) and manage the patent application process.
Develop and implement engineering and Stage Gate best practices for continuous improvement.
Use data to drive all decision making.
Performs additional duties as needed and/or assigned by supervisor/manager.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in a field of science or technology; mechanical, electrical, or mechatronics engineering preferred.
Minimum 5 years' experience in the direct leadership of engineering or similar teams.
Minimum 5 years' experience in product development or product design and project leadership.
Food or meat processing or capital equipment experience preferred.
Precise and articulate written and verbal communication skills including group presentation skill.
Excellent organizational, time management, and decision-making skills.
This position is a “work from work” position. This position is an office-based role in Birmingham, Ohio.
Consistently operates at the highest level of integrity.
Experience in automation, robotics, IoT, sensors a plus but not a requirement.
Senior Digital Product Manager
Austin, TX jobs
Job DescriptionJoin one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the furniture industry. For over 25 years, Four Hands has been a leading designer and wholesaler of furniture and décor, helping people create spaces that feel like home.
Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and named one of Austin's Top Workplaces year after year. We invest in exceptional people - with a team of over 800 and growing - fostering our employees' careers and celebrating them at every step of the way. Four Hands is where passion meets purpose and where your next chapter begins.
The Senior Digital Product Manager will own the roadmap and execution of our digital experience. This individual will lead high-impact initiative across web and other digital platforms, translating user insights into products that deliver value. This role requires strong cross-functional collaboration with UX and engineering teams to create seamless, engaging, and consistent customer experiences.
In This Role
Define and own the product strategy for digital experiences across web, mobile and in-store channels, ensuring alignment with business goals, customer needs, and technical capabilities
Develop and maintain a digital product roadmap, prioritizing initiatives that drive customer engagement and measurable business impact
Identify opportunities to innovate by analyzing customer insights, market trends, and competitor offerings; propose new features, enhancements, and design improvements
Lead the product lifecycle from discovery and requirements gathering to launch, iteration, and optimizing, translating insights into actionable product requirements
Partner closely with the UX team in early discovery to validate concepts, prototype solutions, and ensure user-centered decisions
Facilitate backlog grooming, sprint planning, and agile ceremonies, ensuring alignment between product priorities and development capacity
Report on the performance of features and functionality, measuring adoption, engagement, and impact on key business metrics
Partner with engineering and QA teams to ensure technical feasibility, efficient delivery, high-quality execution, and successful product releases
Partner across teams including marketing, operations, analytics, and sales to ensure digital experiences align with brand strategy and business priorities
Champion the voice of the customer by integrating feedback, research, and analytics into product decisions; leverage A/B testing and experimentation to validate assumptions
Communicate product vision, goals, and outcomes clearly to stakeholders at all levels and act as a thought leader on digital trends and best practices
Other duties as assigned, in accordance with training and qualifications
Uphold the Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands Team
Be open and honest
Reach for excellence
Act with responsibility
Value the whole person
Enjoy the journey
The Ideal Person
7+ years of experience in product management
4+ years of experience in digital experiences (ecommerce: web, mobile, or omnichannel)
Proficiency with Project Management and ticketing tools (such as Jira and Confluence)
Understanding of digital UX, customer journeys, and emerging technology trends
Proven track record of owning end-to-end customer-facing digital products
Ability to translate customer insights and data into product strategy and execution
Experience working in agile environments with cross-functional teams
About Four HandsHeadquartered in Austin, Texas, since 1996, Four Hands crafts furniture, art and décor - pieces that are all about creating space. Timeless, thoughtful designs with endless possibilities. Pieces meant to be experienced and form a whole that feels like home.
Our trade customers range from interior designers to large retailers who rely on our expertise to grow and guide their business to success. We treat our partners as part of the Four Hands family, championing them and rooting for their every win.
And, we are constantly pursuing better - from sourcing the finest materials and finishes to seeking fresh inspiration to elevate our designs - we are never settled, never done.
Four Hands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Four Hands recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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Assistant Product Manager - Turning
Rockford, IL jobs
Ingersoll Cutting Tools is one of the world's leading suppliers of metal cutting tooling systems and an integral member of the IMC Group of Companies, a distinguished corporate holding of Berkshire Hathaway, with over 130 subsidiaries in 60 countries around the world. Ingersoll's US operations are housed on our state-of-the-art manufacturing and marketing campus in Rockford, Illinois. We are currently accepting applications for an Assistant Product Manager.
Essential job duties and Responsibilities include:
* 40% Technical
* Comprehensive understanding of assigned cutting tool products and ability to apply them
* Providing customers and sales team with technical product support and assistance
* Creating, analyzing, and/or approving field-based test reports for assigned products
* Once fully trained, this position should expect to travel up to 15%
* 30% Marketing
* Presenting product material verbally in one-on-one meetings or in classroom settings
* Producing and maintaining technical product documents and data in digital (e-catalog) and printed format
* Preparing displays or demonstrations for respective products
* Attending and/or representing Ingersoll at seminars, trade shows, and other industry events
* 20% Administrative
* Conducting various business and administrative functions related to managing large product lines
* 10% Development
* Identifying industry trends and taking initiative to provide insights and feedback to product development
* Collaborating with product engineering teams to research, test, and document product applications
Skills/Qualifications:
* Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering. We will also consider Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, OR a minimum of 3 years' relevant work experience.
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
* Mechanical aptitude with ability to organize technical data and create documents to explain it, and to troubleshoot applications
* Ability to build rapport and positive relationships with customers, employees, and business partners
* Knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Teams/Outlook/PowerPoint/Excel)
Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work well independently, as well as with others, in a team environment. Candidates should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, possess a good work ethic, demonstrate reliable and punctual work habits, demonstrate safety consciousness, and always conduct themselves in a professional manner.
The starting salary range for this position is $65-69k.
Why our people love working for Ingersoll Cutting Tools:
Ingersoll Cuttings Tools offers a strong benefits package including affordable and robust health, vision, and dental insurance plans. Our employees also benefit from an excellent 401k match, wellness reimbursement policy, as well as vacation and sick time. Ingersoll Cutting Tools often promotes from within, offering employees the chance to grow their skill set and experience. What we pride ourselves most on is our culture - you can expect to find a collaborative, friendly, and inclusive environment here.
If you would like to be considered for this position, please e-mail your resume with a brief cover letter highlighting your unique qualifications to *************************.
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