Associate Product Manager (CRAFTSMAN)

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.•Towson, MD

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

Come build your career. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 48,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®. The Job: As an Associate Product Manager, you’ll be part of our Product Management team working as a hybrid employee (3 days per week in office). You’ll get to: Assist in managing the complete product lifecycle process, from concept to delivery, alongside the Product Manager. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, finance) to drive and develop new products that meet company objectives. Work with brand marketing and channel teams to develop product launch and sales promotion programs. Develop and implement marketing collateral, advertising materials, and web content for your managed product portfolio. Conduct end-user and competitive market research to determine pricing, margin, and profitability targets. Support the execution of comprehensive short- and long-term strategic plans for a profitable retail and industrial product portfolio. Maintain awareness of industry trends and develop a deep understanding of end users to inform new product launches. Validate product CTQs, testing, and claims with end users. Provide product training to internal and external stakeholders. Support special projects as assigned. The Person: You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have: A BS or BA in Marketing, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field, or a combination of relevant education and experience. 0-3 years of product management experience, with the ability to work effectively across functions and lead teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated problem-solving, research, and analytical abilities. Exceptional attention to detail and a “can-do” attitude, always striving to go above and beyond. Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other applications in the Microsoft Office Suite. The Details: You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including: Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being. Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs. And More: We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to: Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths. Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal. Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences. Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices. What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We’re visionaries and innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!

Requirements

A BS or BA in Marketing, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field, or a combination of relevant education and experience.
0-3 years of product management experience, with the ability to work effectively across functions and lead teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated problem-solving, research, and analytical abilities.
Exceptional attention to detail and a “can-do” attitude, always striving to go above and beyond.
Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other applications in the Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Assist in managing the complete product lifecycle process, from concept to delivery, alongside the Product Manager.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, finance) to drive and develop new products that meet company objectives.
Work with brand marketing and channel teams to develop product launch and sales promotion programs.
Develop and implement marketing collateral, advertising materials, and web content for your managed product portfolio.
Conduct end-user and competitive market research to determine pricing, margin, and profitability targets.
Support the execution of comprehensive short- and long-term strategic plans for a profitable retail and industrial product portfolio.
Maintain awareness of industry trends and develop a deep understanding of end users to inform new product launches.
Validate product CTQs, testing, and claims with end users.
Provide product training to internal and external stakeholders.
Support special projects as assigned.