[ref. y75210422] Product Manager-Zoning

Overview:

AprilAire is an industry leader focused on providing healthy air in the home. Our corporate office, manufacturing facilities and engineering Innovation Center are located in Wisconsin and we have Sales teams around the country. We have been in business since the 1950’s with significant growth the last few years – and plans to continue growing as we deliver healthy air for all!

We see amazing opportunities for this newly created position--join the team and give your career a breath of fresh air!

Work style: Hybrid in Sun Prairie, WI

Responsibilities:

Your day will include:

• Manage the entire life cycle of the defined product line within the business from VOC, strategic planning, product definition, tactical launch and end of life activities.
• Spearhead the launch of new products into the market through comprehensive documentation of detailed product requirements. This involves capturing Voice of Customer (VOC) insights, crafting compelling end customer value propositions, devising effective go-to-market strategies, evaluating the impact on the product portfolio, outlining operational requirements, and conducting thorough financial analyses.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, operations, marketing, and sales team to translate product requirements into actionable plans and deliverables.
• Skilled at designing consumer/customer research and translates consumer needs into value attributes the organization can execute to achieve winning product designs.
• Perform continual assessment of comprehensive research on competitors, including their products, services, pricing strategies, market positioning, distribution channels, marketing tactics, and competitive positioning. Analyze competitor strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT analysis) to identify areas for differentiation, product positioning, assortment gaps and competitive advantage.
• Leads in the development and execution of product and technology roadmap to ensure development project meets channel, end user, financial, and revenue objectives.
• Supports P&L performance through value engineering, pricing/mix management, and SKU rationalization.
• Drives development of best-in-class go-to-market plans, sales activities/support, and marketing materials to ensure smooth and successful product delivery and to customers.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for product-related questions and issues, both internally and externally.

Qualifications:

If the below says, "Me!" apply today:

• Prior experience in product development, product management, and product life cycle
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
• Skilled in project management, collaboration between departments, and curious mindset
• Passionate about data analysis, innovation, and customer engagement
• Effective attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Familiarity and experience with stage-gate New Product Development (NPD) and portfolio management processes.
• Familiarity and experience with product lifecycle simplification and/or rationalization processes.
• Expert in with MS Office (Excel / Word / Power Point)
• Travel: 30% (about 4-5 days per month within the US or to our New Jersey location typically with advanced notice)

All AprilAire employees receive comprehensive benefits and unique company perks including:

• Generous PTO including vacation, personal days, holiday pay, flexible schedule and parental leave
• Financial rewards including 401(k) with company match and generous profit sharing
• Comprehensive health insurance plan, dental and vision insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• Fitness incentives, tuition reimbursement programs and scholarships for employees’ children to keep you mentally and physically fit
• Support when you need it including company-sponsored short and long term disability plans, legal planning, employee assistance programs, and more