Product Line Manager - Pneumatics

Parker Hannifin • Irvine, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Product Line Manager I supports a comprehensive product strategy from product conception through the entire life cycle for a single product line typically within a single region within a small division of a product group. Scope/ Supervision and Interaction: Supports sales and margin growth of limited scope, single product portfolios, typically in divisions (less than $100 million). Accountable for driving sales and margin growth of the product category. The role requires strong leadership, drive and ability to guide and influence externally and internally within a matrixed organization. Actively participate with cross functional teams including engineering, supply chain, sales and production to manage entire product life cycle and maintain customer satisfaction and business objectives. Track key business performance indicators to identify and execute necessary countermeasures to achieving business/market goals to overcome obstacles or changes in market dynamics.

Requirements

• Four-year degree, preferably in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Business discipline. MBA desired
• Minimum Four (4) years product management experience
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Applications, Salesforce)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities using effective problem solving / resolution skills and a team focus
• Travel up to 25%

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the product line (product, promotion, pricing, and channel) for a defined portfolio of products to drive sales and margin expansion
• Monitors sales and margin results and tracks and recommends appropriate actions
• Develop and manage the product portfolio strategy
• Lead the multi-generational product roadmap development process in line with division strategic Plans
• Supports Winovation new product development process
• Defining customer requirements/needs and government & regulatory standards
• Support Global Product Platforms
• Ownership of the product life cycle Management of the product portfolio
• Complexity analysis & reduction
• Manage product end-of-life cycle
• Apply POP (Parker Operating Principle)
• Support Simple by Design
• Participates in the development and implementation of appropriate response strategies.
• Develops and leads IME strategies (existing product innovations/modifications/extensions).
• Develop product value propositions and be accountable for new product launches
• Investigates market needs for innovative products and works with Engineering to appropriately prioritize product development efforts for the product line;
• Support Customer Segmentation
• Conducts market research through trade associations, internet investigation and Corporate services.
• Monitors competitors' position, action and products
• Maintain product literature, catalogs, technical bulletins, etc.
• Manage competitive Cross-Over
• Attend customer visits, sales conferences, trade shows, as required.
• Attract, develop, & retain talent within the product manager function (Senior PM Only)
• Lead multiple/division product portfolio (Senior PM Only)

Benefits

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level