Product Line Manager - Shotshell

The Kinetic Group•Anoka, MN

7d•$86,900 - $121,800•Onsite

About The Position

The Kinetic Group is a world leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of small caliber ammunition under the iconic brands B&P, CCI, Federal Premium, Fiocchi, HEVI-Shot, Remington and Speer. We have domestic ammunition manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, Idaho, Arkansas, and Missouri, and service law enforcement, government agencies and sporting enthusiasts throughout the world. Today, The Kinetic Group is a part of the Ammo+ division of The Czechoslovak Group (CSG), which holds a diverse portfolio of companies in the defense, security, automotive, aerospace and rail industries. Federal is seeking a Product Line Manager who is responsible for annual product plans, product development, sales support, product launch, and more for our Shotshell department. We build the industry's widest variety of ammunition and offer leading products for every facet of the shooting sports. As such, this role is critical in contributing to our success. This position reports to the GPL Director and allows you is based out of our Anoka, MN office.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
5-years experience in Marketing/Sales and/or development of new products
Hunting and/or firearms industry experience (manufacturing or retail)
Strong general knowledge of Ammunition types and usages.
Experience in consumer products with proven results
Excellent communications skills
Ability to work at all levels of the organization
Proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Ability to comfortably speak publicly
Ability to travel as needed

Nice To Haves

Sporting Goods retail experience

Responsibilities

Annual Product Plan (20%)
Conduct required research and business analysis
Monitor performance/trends of key competitors & retailers
Develop line strategies and launch schedule
Validate with sales & international subsidiaries
Product Development (40%)
Participate on New Product Team
Lead consumer research
Generate consumer insights to drive new product development
Direct Ideation and Concept development/testing
Develop and manage 5 year new product roadmap
Deliver annual new product sales launch and sales targets
Spec new products (features, cost/pricing, etc)
Develop critical path schedules
Coordinate development/testing with contract manufacturing & suppliers
Product Launch (10%)◦ Coordinate development of packaging and other collateral material with Marketing Communications
Support development of product catalog and marketing materials
Sales Support (15%)
Conduct product workshops at annual Sales Conference
Provide ongoing product training
Participate in key account calls when necessary
Create derivatives/SMU’s and “special programs” for key accounts
Actively participate in key trade shows
Ongoing Product Line Management/Maintenance (15%)
Track/analyze sales and profitability of new and existing products
Proactively manage inventory (excess, backorders, etc)
Assist in product forecasting and production planning