Product Manager - Material Handling, Storage & Hand Tools

Job Summary

The Product Manager will lead Southwire’s Material Handling & Storage and Hand Tools & Meters categories.This individual is responsible for the overall product line strategy as well as tactical execution to meet corporate objectives. Manages cross-functionally to support all aspects of the product line inclusive of operations, sourcing, marketing, sales, engineering and other business functions. Coordinates market research to evaluate product requirements and identify enhancements to current features and functionality. Designs and implements marketing strategies, including product direction, advertising, packaging, pricing, and future development plans, while overseeing the product's life cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Advises senior management on product roadmap and development strategies, providing insights into market and industry trends, customer needs, and product performance to guide decision-making.
• Attends leadership meetings, collaborating with other departments to align product strategies with overall business goals and address cross-functional challenges.
• Coordinates processes and assignments within the product management team, ensuring that team members are effectively working toward achieving product milestones and deadlines.
• Defines project terms for new product initiatives, including product scope, deliverables, resource allocation, and timelines, to ensure clarity and focus in project execution.
• Implements product management strategies, overseeing the full product lifecycle from concept through launch, ensuring product-market fit and profitability.
• Monitor and analyze full product line financial performance, including sales, margin, profitability, inventory, and forecast, and take action to address risks and opportunities.
• Maintain market lead-time requirements, provide guidance on short-term and long-term capacity planning by forecasting demand and working closely with Operations.
• Ensures compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and company policies throughout the product development process, minimizing risks and ensuring quality control.
• Hires, trains, and develops new product management team members, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring that staff members have the necessary skills and resources for success.
• Educates and mentors team members, providing coaching on product development best practices, strategic thinking, and industry trends to enhance their professional growth.
• Participate in customer visits, jobsite visits, and other Voice of Customer activities to fully understand customer needs and product applications.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Manages staff performance and development, coaching team members to achieve their full potential in contributing to the department's goals.

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Specialized Degree: Engineering, Marketing, Business Administration or like fields. Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Preferred Education & Experience

Specialized Degree: Engineering, Marketing, Business Administration or like fields. Licenses/Certificates: Certification in product management or a related field (e.g., Certified Product Manager (CPM), PMP) Years of Experience: 8-11 Years

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes Number of Direct Reports: 1-2

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Carrying/Lifting: 5% Weight: 45 Kneeling/Stooping: 5% Driving: 5% Moving: 5% Standing: 5% Sitting: 70% Walking: 5%

Working Conditions

Office

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Competencies

Skills