Sr. Product Manager - California, United States - Johnson Fitness

    Johnson Fitness
    Johnson Fitness California, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    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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