Associate Product Manager

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. • Towson, MD

10d • $51,700 - $83,300 • Hybrid

About The Position

As an Associate Product Manager, you’ll be part of our Tools & Outdoor team working as a Hybrid employee in Towson, MD. You’ll get to manage the complete product lifecycle process, alongside the Product Manager, from concept to delivery. You will closely collaborate, work and lead cross-department teams and business groups, such as engineering, manufacturing and finance to drive and develop new products that meet company objectives together with the Product Management team. You will work in tandem with the brand marketing and channel teams to develop product launch programs and sales promotion programs. You will develop and implement relevant marketing collateral, point-of-purchase displays, advertising materials and web content to promote your managed product portfolio. You will conduct end-user and competitive market research to determine pricing, margin and profitability targets. You will work with the Product Management team to develop and execute comprehensive short- and long-term strategic plans for a profitable retail and industrial product portfolio. You will maintain an awareness of trends in the industry and related industries and develop a deep understanding of the end users of their product line to incorporate these insights into successful new product launches. You will be willing to be present on active construction job sites to support end-user research, product validation, and real-world application feedback. You will be responsible for the validation of Product CTQs, Testing & Claims with End Users. You will also provide product training to internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• BS or BA in Marketing, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 0-3 years of Product Management experience.
• Ability to work effectively across functions and lead teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving, research, and analytical skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite required.

Responsibilities

• With guidance, manages the complete product lifecycle process, alongside the Product Manager, from concept to delivery.
• Closely collaborate, work and lead cross-department teams and business groups, such as engineering, manufacturing and finance to drive and develop new products that meet company objectives together with the Product Management team.
• Work in tandem with the brand marketing and channel teams to develop product launch programs and sales promotion programs.
• Develop and implement relevant marketing collateral, point-of-purchase displays, advertising materials and web content to promote your managed product portfolio.
• Conduct end-user and competitive market research to determine pricing, margin and profitability targets.
• Work with the Product Management team to develop and execute comprehensive short- and long-term strategic plans for a profitable retail and industrial product portfolio.
• Maintain an awareness of trends in the industry and related industries and develop a deep understanding of the end users of their product line to incorporate these insights into successful new product launches.
• Willingness to be present on active construction job sites to support end-user research, product validation, and real-world application feedback.
• Validation of Product CTQs, Testing & Claims with End Users.
• Provide product training to internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

• 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.
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree