Product Manager - Windsor, United States - Alliant Power

Description

Job Summary

Ownership of strategic product category direction aimed specifically at enhancing Alliant Powers sales, profit, inventory turns and market position within the industry while upholding Alliant Powers high standards of ethics and integrity as a representative of the corporation.

Key Departmental Responsibilities

• Develops and executes overall market strategies for specific product categories.
• Coordinate with various departments and oversees all strategic initiatives for assigned product groups in relation to category management, product assortment, promotions and marketing, pricing, supply chain, sales, customer service and information and technology.
• Initiates and manages vendor relationships and negotiations for the sourcing of related product categories.
• Determines viability of potential vendors as it pertains to pricing, quality service capabilities and financial stability.
• Operates as a project manager for any vendor or program changes.
• Research and analyze sales and profitability performance metrics.
• Coordinate with supply specialists to ensure product turnover is maximized in conjunction with Alliant Powers engine roadmap.
• Identify, review, and execute net productivity opportunities in conjunction with the companies' goals on a yearly basis.
• Operate in conformance with the requirements of the quality management system.
• Provide feedback on system needs/changes.
• Perform other related duties and assignments as required.

Position Performance Measures

• Grow Alliant Powers sales, profits, and market share within the North American aftermarket.
• Manage relationships with suppliers to both procure and present competitive programs to the aftermarket.
• Create efficiencies with key internal and external stakeholders, while working across various Alliant Power departments to effectively develop procurement, sales, and marketing programs.

Skills & Qualifications

• 1-3 years in Product Management or equivalent experience, including contract negotiations, program management, data analysis and procurement activities required.
• Managerial presentation and reporting experience preferred.
• Advanced skills required in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Strong Project Management skills are required.
• Maintain open communication on project status. Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Ability to manage congruent and diverging projects.