IT Product Manager - PLM Design & Engineering

Ashley Global Retail • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

As the IT Product Manager - PLM Design & Engineering at Ashley Furniture Industries, you will play a pivotal role bridging the gap between business and technology, driving product strategy and execution within Design & Engineering specifically focusing on PDM/PLM, CAD solutions, and engineering workflow optimization. This role is responsible for translating business vision into actionable initiatives and collaborating with Technology to deliver impactful solutions using Agile methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, business administration, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in product management, preferably in enterprise software with familiarity of design and engineering business operations.
• Understanding of engineering processes like CAD systems, PDM/PLM platforms, design workflows, and product development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with Engineering Data Management best practices and technical project leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in product management tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello, Aha!) and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).

Nice To Haves

• MBA is a plus.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks Manage system is preferred.
• Experience with system performance metrics including platform uptime, user adoption metrics, and integration success rates.
• Process efficiency optimization including design cycle times, workflow automation, and system performance improvements.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the Company's Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.
• Support development of strategies that align with business goals and customer needs.
• Work closely with business stakeholders and engineering teams to develop product requirements.
• Prioritize features and initiatives based on business and technology objectives, customer feedback, and business value.
• Create and maintain product roadmaps for engineering systems.
• Work closely with global engineering teams, design teams, and other key business functions to ensure seamless product integration and execution.
• Work closely with engineering teams to understand common issues and areas for improvement.
• Utilize data analytics to develop strategies, identify trends, and measure ROI and product performance for engineering systems.
• Support and advocate for Agile methodologies to manage product development.
• Bring expertise in the industry and Design & Engineering area to drive innovation and efficiency.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Management of Companies and Enterprises
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree