Product Manager - Variable Speed Products

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Job Summary

Job Description

The Product Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the development and performance of a product line from conception to delivery. This includes conducting market research, creating product specifications, collaborating with design and engineering teams, and analyzing sales data and profitability to ensure product success.

Responsibilities

Responsible for identifying product opportunities and translating customer and market needs into product specifications to drive new product development programs
Conduct market research and voice of the customer to identify customer needs and trends
Create and manage product development plans and product roadmaps
Collaborate with design and engineering teams to create and refine product prototypes
Analyze sales data and customer feedback to make informed decisions about product improvements
Create and manage product marketing and branding strategies
Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to create pricing strategies and sales forecasts
Conduct competitive analysis to identify market trends and potential areas for growth
Work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches and ongoing product performance and improvement

Requirements
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in product management preferred
Strong project management and organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions
Strong understanding of product development processes and methodologies
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Additional Job Details

Organizational Impact
* Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct impact on departmental or job family results
* Established professional; works under limited supervision
* Works independently on moderately complex projects/assignments and contributes to setting objectives or goals of projects and assignments within team
Communication & Influence
* Communicates with employees both within and outside of the department and/or job family on matters that require explanation, interpretation and/or advising; communicate with external clients or partners
* Influences employees within the department at an operational level regarding concepts or practices and some advisement on approaches
Innovation & Complexity
* Responsible for making moderate improvements of processes, procedures, or systems to contribute to the performance of the team
* Problems faced are difficult and mildly complex and typically impact the job family and/or multiple teams
Leadership & Talent Management
* Provides assistance and training to other employees
* May lead significant parts of moderately complex projects or processes
Knowledge & Experience
* Prior electric motor and/or variable speed drive experience preferred
* Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

Work Shift Schedule

No Soliciting

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