Product Marketing Manager I/II

Woodward, Inc.•Niles, IL

4d•$99,000 - $182,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Level I Estimated annual base pay: $99,000(minimum) - $129,000(midpoint) – $158,000(maximum) Level II Estimated annual base pay: $114,000(minimum) - $148,000(midpoint) – $182,000(maximum) All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity. 401(k) match (4.5%) Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%) Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays. Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave. Paid parental leave. Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits. Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life Member referral bonus Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave What does it mean to be part of Woodward? It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem-solving are at the heart of what we do. Explore our open positions and apply today. Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments. At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future. Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.

Requirements

Market Research: Proficient in conducting and analyzing market research to inform product positioning and strategy.
Product Positioning: Skilled in defining and communicating product positioning to target audiences.
Data Analysis: Capable of interpreting sales and marketing data to drive informed decisionmaking.
CrossFunctional Collaboration: Effective in working with sales, product development, and other teams to align on product initiatives.
Product Launch Planning: Experienced in planning and executing product launches, including gotomarket strategies.
Strategic Thinking: Adept at developing strategic marketing plans that align with overall business objectives.
Project Management: Skilled in managing multiple marketing projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and successful delivery.
Competitive Analysis: Proficient in analyzing competitor products and market trends to identify opportunities and threats.
Communication: Ability to clearly convey complex information to stakeholders and team members.
Customer Insights: Strong understanding of customer needs and behaviors to inform marketing strategies.
Strategic Planning: Ability to develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies aligned with business goals.
Market Research: Expertise in conducting and analyzing market research to inform product positioning and strategy.
Competitive Analysis: Skilled in evaluating competitors and identifying differentiators to enhance market presence.
Project Management: Proficient in managing marketing projects from inception to completion with minimal supervision.
Data Analytics: Capability to analyze marketing data to drive decisionmaking and measure campaign effectiveness.
CrossFunctional Collaboration: Adept at working with diverse teams to achieve marketing objectives.
Communication: Excellent skills in conveying complex and sensitive information clearly to various stakeholders.
Problem Solving: Strong ability to address and resolve complex marketing challenges using innovative approaches.
Leadership: Experience in leading small projects and mentoring less experienced colleagues.
Customer Insights: Ability to gather and utilize customer feedback to improve product offerings and marketing strategies.
Engineering degree preferred
Strong technical proficiency in the design, development, and control of energy control technologies, preferably on aircraft systems.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute plans to achieve long-term business goals.
A passion for innovation, excellence, and contributing to the advancement of aerospace technology.
All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Responsibilities

Conduct Market Research
Develop proposals for new program opportunities at the component level.
Application of existing technology.
Coordinate Product Launches
Product Positioning
Collaborate with CrossFunctional Teams
Market Research Analysis
Product Positioning Development
Campaign Strategy Implementation
Cross Functional Collaboration
Develop proposals for new program opportunities at the product level.
Application of existing technology or new technology development.

Benefits

401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts
Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave