Product Manager

*PRODUCT MANAGER* The successful candidate will be responsible for bringing new product lines to consumers in an engaging, functional way, while opening fresh distribution channels and collaborating with other departments.
The Product Manager will work creatively and pragmatically to conserve resources and engage the product line's potential audience.
Knowledge of key demographics and an innovative perspective on product development are important in this role.
This position reports directly to the VP of Marketing and Product Management.
*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS* • Thought leader within the company, delivering continuous business improvement opportunities to the individual businesses in alignment with the strategic and annual operating plans (AOP) • Build product roadmaps, gather the voice of customer (VOC), write business cases, conduct market research, establish pricing strategy, create product portfolio strategy.
• Knowledge and understanding of the market, distribution channels and competition.
 Relative to the competition, developing a deep understanding of customer offering including, products, services pricing and go to market strategy.
Develop an effective value proposition which clearly distinguishes the value of WRT product offering vs the competition.
• Familiarize yourself with the product line's components and its potential impact on the market as a whole.
• Practice discretion when discussing the production roll-out and maintain confidentiality.
• Responsible for both the product planning and product marketing by introducing and managing products throughout their Lifecyle.
 This includes introduction of new products through gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirements, defining the product vision and working closely with Engineering.
 Responsible for all aspects of product integration for acquisitions • Prepare launch events to coincide with consumers' buying patterns.
• Write a go-to-market summary and introduce it to the rest of the department.
• Create mission statement for product launch and forecast performance in individual channels.
• Influence and drive a culture of accountability and execution utilizing our “5I’s” core values.
• Perform various ad hoc analyses as requested.
• Management of distribution centers sales activities, including  Inventory (Min/Max)  Responsible for in-store marketing and promotion, including organization and display of product at the DC.
 Tracking of DC sales performance and identifying areas for opportunity  Identify products and areas for upselling.
 Develop and implement delivery services creating increased customer dependency.
• Management of all licensing agreements; including summarizing, evaluation and determining next steps *MINIMUM SKILL REQUIREMENTS* • 3+ years' product management experience Knowledge of the plumbing/drain cleaner or municipal wastewater markets.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or marketing strongly preferred (MBA preferred), significant practical experience will be considered as alternative to a degree.
• Proven success in overseeing all elements of the product development lifecycle.
• Excellent networking skills, especially regarding distribution channels • Exceptional writing and editing skills, combined with strong presentation skills.
• Strong motivational skills, especially when it comes to leading a cross-functional team.
• Ability to travel, when necessary, up to 25% travel Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $120,000.
00 - $130,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Referral program * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Compensation package: * Yearly bonus Experience level: * 5 years Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person