Sr. Product Manager - California, United States - Johnson Fitness
Description
Greater LA area, CA
• Vision Fitness Commercial Product
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Position Overview:
Under the direction of General Manager, the Product Manager is someone who provides direction, develops product briefs and develops networks of dealers and/or experts in accordance with company policies and procedures. Duties include market research, product development support and marketing/sales support. This position will build a team to work cross-functionally with shared product development services across the Johnson family, both in North America and Asia.
Responsibilities:
Market Research:
· Develop network of knowledgeable dealers and/or experts
· Routinely visit health clubs to observe and interview staff and members
· Conduct or participate in meaningful club focus groups as needed
· Attend at least 3 tradeshows annually outside of the fitness industry
· Prepare and distribute detailed competitive reviews after each tradeshow
· Maintain current competitive analysis for assigned product categories
· Identify future opportunities two to three years in advance
· Bring two new concepts a year to the R&D center for further research
Product Development Support:
· Provide direction for and assist designer's to select the best ID
· Manage Owners Manuals and Assembly Guides
· Develop comprehensive product briefs and new product proposals
· Manage products through development process from cradle to grave
· Develops product story for marketing department and features/benefits
· Train sales team and dealers on why their products are the best in class
· Function as part of selling approach to develop solutions for customers
Marginal Job Functions:
· Other projects as needed.
Requirements
Education:
· BS (business, marketing or related field) required
· MBA a plus; Engineering undergrad is a plus preferred
Experience:
· 3 years of product, sales or service experience in the fitness industry required
· 5 or more years of product management in another consumer industry preferred
Other Requirements:
· Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint required
· Domestic, local and international travel will be required.
· Understanding of basic biomechanics
We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include:
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