Ceramic Product Manager

Momentive Technologies•Strongsville, OH

About The Position

The Product Manager will work with the Global Business Director to develop and execute the ceramics business strategy, drive top-line growth, and hold P/L responsibility for products in the Ceramics Powders and Shapes area, as well as high thermal conductivity graphite materials. The role coordinates product portfolios and may assume partial to full responsibility for their success and performance. It also supports day-to-day business activities and collaboration across production, procurement, supply chain, sales, finance, and other stakeholder groups.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, engineering, operations management, or business.
At least 5 years of experience in an industrial setting.
Self-motivation and the ability to work with a wide breadth of stakeholders and drive projects with internal teams and target customers.
Strong technical problem-solving skills.
Track record of successfully developing and implementing a business strategy.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of experience in ceramics manufacturing.
At least 2 years of experience in a previous product line manager or sales role.
Knowledge of ceramic powder and shape markets.
Prior experience using the SAP ERP platform.
Project management skills.
MBA.

Responsibilities

Coordinate product portfolios and assume partial to full responsibility for their success and performance.
Help develop and communicate the five-year revenue and business strategy for the Ceramics Powders and Shapes business.
Assist with managing and leading day-to-day activities to address business, production, procurement, and supply chain challenges.
Maintain a business focus aimed at exceeding customer satisfaction.
Establish and execute pricing strategies for product portfolios.
Help manage the product lifecycle from concept and design through production, post-launch activities, enhancements, updates, and end-of-life strategies.
Drive product line growth through product development, customer insights, and market trends.
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, business leadership, supply chain, sales, finance, and production organizations.
Provide technical guidance and support to internal teams and external stakeholders, including customers, partners, and suppliers.
Generate sales collateral, including product presentations, competitor benchmarking, and value proposition guides.
Participate in product promotion activities with relevant marketing channels.
Develop business KPIs to measure business performance.
Assist in leading the revenue pipeline process with the Ceramics Powders and Shapes product line team.