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We are currently seeking an Associate Product Manager (APM) to join our Product Management Team. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in product management or an interest to learn product management. Primary product responsibilities will be in our Enclosed Storage Product Category which consists of storage cabinets and workcenters. The ideal candidate will be both a structured thinker and have vision for where to take their products They will have incredible passion but will also have firm follow-through. They will be both a people person and deeply interesting products. Good communication skills are critical to work with the entire cross section of the corporation (engineering, marketing, sales, finance, operation, and support functions) and with channel partners and customers of all types. They will have the EQ to pushy but with a smile, to know when to hold fast, and when to let one slide.

Our people are at the center of our success. We are a smart, supportive team with diverse perspectives. We share a passion for satisfying the customer, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

The Associate Product Manager manages one or more assigned Products in support of Product Development, Product Innovation, Sales, Profit, Quality, Availability, and Service Goals. It is a highly visible developmental role for an individual interested in a career in Product Management.

1. Executes Strategies in alignment with Product Category to achieve Product Vision
2. Develops Plans to Execute Product Strategies
3. Contributes to Product Roadmap Development
4. Drives Product Innovation within the Product Offering
5. Develops New Products through the Corporate Stage Gate Process
6. Is the Product Expert and Manages Products Assigned
7. Sets Pricing for Products Assigned
8. Executes Product Lifecycle Planning Activity for Products Assigned (NPD thru EOL)
9. Collaborates with Marketing, Sales, and Brand Management on Product Marketing Efforts
10. Collaborates with Marketing, Sales, and Brand Management on Product Promotion Efforts
11. Trains Sales, Channel, and End Users on Products Assigned
12. Attends Trade Shows and Represents Products Assigned
13. Gathers Data and Conducts Product Analysis (Sales, Profits, Usage, Market, Customer)
14. Gathers Market Data and Conducts Market Analysis
15. Gathers and Analyses Competitive Information and Data
16. Understands End Users of Product
17. Understands End Users' Jobs-to-be-Done
18. Supports Product Quota Setting Process
19. Supports Achievement of Sales Goals of Products
20. Supports Achievement of Product Profit Goals
21. Supports Achievement of Product Quality Goals
22. Supports Achievement of Product Availability Goals
23. Supports Customer Service, Sales, and Customers with Product and Application Knowledge

Qualifications:

* 0-5 years of experience in a marketing, product management, engineering, or other relevant role

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Marketing, Business or other relevant major

* Excellent communications, organizational, project management, and mathematical skills

* Additional preference will be given to candidates with experience in the following areas:

o New Product Development

o Customer field research (ex: ethnographic research)

o Product marketing

o Industry-specific work experience (i.e., Commercial Laboratory, Foodservice, Healthcare)

What we offer:

* Growth potential

* Ability to make an impact in an industry leading organization

* Health & wellness offerings

* Excellent benefit package

* Employee developmental programs

* Challenging and fun atmosphere: we love what we do, take pride in our work, and have fun doing it!

InterMetro Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

No calls or agencies please. InterMetro Industries will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position. If you need an accommodation to apply for this position, please email or call (570) 706-4131. Please allow for 24-48 hours for us to respond.

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