Senior Product Manager

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. • Towson, MD

18d • $80,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Come build your career. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 48,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®. Within the Tools & Outdoor organization of Stanley Black & Decker we are currently looking for a Senior Product Manager to lead a Power Tool Accessory Portfolio. This will be a hybrid position. In this role, you will be responsible for the creation, maintenance and definition of this innovative range of products, targeted and commercial and industrial builders. Power Tool Accessories are a highly visible category aimed at delivering innovative solutions to our customers that focus on safety, productivity and performance. These categories are top priorities for the DEWALT and LENOX brands and will provide a high level of visibility and opportunity for career growth. The Sr. Product Manager will develop product and market strategies to drive growth and profitability across major markets around the world, manage the short & long-term P&L of the product line, increase the working capital turns of the portfolio, expand the business with new products and lead cross-functional teams through the New Product Development Process. You’ll get to: Identify and develop new product and market opportunities Manage the complete product lifecycle process, alongside the Vice President/Director from concept to delivery. Closely collaborate, work and lead cross-functional teams and business groups, such as engineering, manufacturing and finance to drive and develop new products that meet company objectives. Work in tandem with the brand marketing and channel teams to develop product launch programs and marketing strategies to drive customer demand. Develop and implement relevant marketing collateral, point-of-purchase displays, advertising materials and web content to promote your managed product portfolio. Conduct end-user and competitive market research to define, develop and deliver industry leading products to the market. Develop and execute comprehensive short & long-term strategic plans for a profitable retail and industrial product portfolio. Maintain an awareness of trends in the industry and related industries and develop a deep understanding of the end users of their product line to incorporate these insights into successful new product launches. Provide product training to customers and consumers. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it.

Requirements

• BS or BA in Marketing, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or related field required
• 5+ years related product management and marketing experience
• Engineering or technical background preferred but not required
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments and projects simultaneously
• Strong oral and written communication skills are required; must be able to present data and conclusions in an organized manner
• Creative thinking / problem solving skills
• Follows through with commitments. High say-do ratio
• Strong project management skills
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work effectively across functions and lead teams

Nice To Haves

• Consumer Product experience
• Experience working directly with retailers or other large customers on go to market strategies
• Experience working for a large global company

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new product and market opportunities
• Manage the complete product lifecycle process, alongside the Vice President/Director from concept to delivery.
• Closely collaborate, work and lead cross-functional teams and business groups, such as engineering, manufacturing and finance to drive and develop new products that meet company objectives.
• Work in tandem with the brand marketing and channel teams to develop product launch programs and marketing strategies to drive customer demand.
• Develop and implement relevant marketing collateral, point-of-purchase displays, advertising materials and web content to promote your managed product portfolio.
• Conduct end-user and competitive market research to define, develop and deliver industry leading products to the market.
• Develop and execute comprehensive short & long-term strategic plans for a profitable retail and industrial product portfolio.
• Maintain an awareness of trends in the industry and related industries and develop a deep understanding of the end users of their product line to incorporate these insights into successful new product launches.
• Provide product training to customers and consumers.

Benefits

• You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including: Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
• Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
• We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.
• You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

What This Job Offers

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