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Product Manager

Castle Rock, CO

REPORTS TO: VP of Operations
DEPARTMENT: Operations

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Market and Customer Insight:

  • Conduct thorough market research to identify trends, pricing strategies, and competitive activities.
  • Analyze customer feedback and sales data to understand current needs, market gaps, and opportunities for product innovation as well as driving continuous product improvement.
  • Evaluate competitor products, strategies, and pricing to inform product development and market positioning.

 

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Work closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to define product requirements and oversee successful implementation.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize features and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.
  • Lead cross-functional product meetings, providing clear guidance and updates on product status and milestones.

 

Concept Development:

  • Lead the process of concept testing through customer feedback, prototype development, and vendor communications.
  • Collaborate on packaging, pricing, and product design to align with market demands and business objectives.
  • Manage the product development cycle, ensuring timelines, cost targets, and quality standards are achieved.
  • Manage overall product lifecycle from conceptualization to end of life.

 

 Commercialization:

  • Develop and execute go-to-market strategies to launch new products effectively.
  • Partner with sales, marketing, and product teams to ensure a seamless transition from concept to market launch.
  • Assist Marketing with the development of compelling sales and marketing materials to support commercialization efforts.

 

Product Forecasting:

  • Predict market demand for new and existing products to assist in inventory planning and product lifecycle management.
  • Collaborate with finance and operations teams to ensure accurate forecasting and demand planning.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ÿ  Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field and 5+ years of experience in product management, market analysis, business development, or a related role, or a suitable combination of education and experience.

Ÿ  CPG industry experience in hard goods with direct-to-retail presentation experience and OEM supplier experience preferred.

Ÿ  Strong business acumen with the ability to identify and act on new opportunities for growth.

Ÿ  Creative, strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Ÿ  Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work cross-functionally and build relationships.

Ÿ  Experience in managing projects from concept through to commercialization.

Ÿ  Curious, open-minded, and driven by a desire to innovate and win in the market.

Ÿ  Retail distribution experience is a huge plus.

 

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Ÿ  $80-$110k base salary, based on experience, plus bonus potential

Ÿ  401k with company matching

Ÿ  Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Ÿ  7 paid holidays per year and paid time off

Ÿ  Health maintenance incentive, educational reimbursement

Ÿ  15% travel expectation

 

 


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