Senior Product Development Manager (Steiner)
About The Position
Steiner Industries, a division of Bunzl, is seeking a Senior Product Development Manage r based out of Cerritos, CA. Steiner is one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of welding and industrial protective products in the United States. The Senior Product Development Manager is responsible for leading technical product development while incorporating feedback and input from customers, partners and in-house teams on product strategy and finding ways to expand product market reach. Managing the projects will require project management experience including building Gantt charts, leading cross-functional teams and knowledge of project management principles. Responsibilities: Leadership role in managing the stage-gate innovation and development process as it relates to product development and project management. Lead technical product development in connection with strategic sourcing and supplier resources. Current knowledge of key categories of primary focus: gloves, safety apparel, welding screens, accessories and packaging. Lead new product development initiatives from inception to introduction. Deliver products on time and on budget according to design and the strategic plan for the company. Forecast business needs based on experience, research, and feedback from the Sales department. Lead product development through the entire process to include design, development of specifications, packaging, production, supply chain, business case profitability analysis, market potential analysis (size, target share, profitability, competition), brand strategy, product mix analysis, market pricing strategy, market research, compliance, and roll-out campaign support. Support sales efforts and work with current and potential customers to grow the business on a continuous basis. Deliver cost and quality targets for all projects and accomplish results through strong cross-functional relationships and leadership. Manage brand equity and value proposition, familiarity with the creation of branding and company style guides.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing or related discipline required
- Certified Project Manager preferred
- Experience with overseas suppliers
- Must be flexible in managing constantly changing priorities and dealing comfortably with ambiguity
- Product development experience in glove and garment personal protective equipment preferred
- Demonstrated experience working with broad based cross-functional teams
- Ability to communicate ideas and concepts to create new products
- Be a self-starter, a highly motivated person able to work in a fast-paced environment that is continually changing
- Strong consumer focus
- Must have a demonstrated strong product quality emphasis
- Ability to monitor multiple projects simultaneously
- Build and maintain relationships effectively across multiple business groups
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication skills
Responsibilities
- Leadership role in managing the stage-gate innovation and development process as it relates to product development and project management.
- Lead technical product development in connection with strategic sourcing and supplier resources.
- Current knowledge of key categories of primary focus: gloves, safety apparel, welding screens, accessories and packaging.
- Lead new product development initiatives from inception to introduction.
- Deliver products on time and on budget according to design and the strategic plan for the company.
- Forecast business needs based on experience, research, and feedback from the Sales department.
- Lead product development through the entire process to include design, development of specifications, packaging, production, supply chain, business case profitability analysis, market potential analysis (size, target share, profitability, competition), brand strategy, product mix analysis, market pricing strategy, market research, compliance, and roll-out campaign support.
- Support sales efforts and work with current and potential customers to grow the business on a continuous basis.
- Deliver cost and quality targets for all projects and accomplish results through strong cross-functional relationships and leadership.
- Manage brand equity and value proposition, familiarity with the creation of branding and company style guides.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits effective the 1st day of the month after 30 days - Minimum 30 hours per week
- Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time
- 401K with generous company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
