Location: Latham,NY, USA
Description
Position at Latham Pool Products, Inc
Make a SPLASH with Latham Pool Products!
At Latham Pool Products, we don't just make swimming pools; we create opportunities for backyard dreams to come true. As the leading manufacturer in North America, Australia, and New Zealand, we are committed to delivering innovation, quality, and sustainability in everything we do.
We believe in building an environment where everyone can thrive. That is why we offer:
* A culture of integrity, collaboration, and respect.
* Comprehensive benefits for you and your family.
* Opportunities for growth, mentorship, and skill development.
Ready to join a team that makes a difference?
A little about the position:
Job Summary
The Product Manager is responsible for working with the Product Director to execute product line initiatives throughout the product lifecycle, including: gathering product and customer requirements, maintaining product master files, evaluating product and pricing changes in the market, and promoting the product line.
Some of What You Will Do:
* Collaborate with the Product Director to gather business intelligence, build workflows and execute strategic initiatives inclusive of the 4Ps's: Product, Pricing, Promotion and Placement.
* Maintain product master files including accurate list prices, part descriptions, B2B files, etc.
* Work on quarterly/annual product line reviews. Participate in Model line SKU rationalization, including improving SKU mix profitability and reduction of obsolete SKUs (OBS).
* Work with various departments including Purchasing, Planning/Scheduling, and others to develop vendors and alternative sources of supply.
* Build competitive analytics for the business to respond to market conditions and maintain our competitive advantage.
* Leverage Sales and Marketing tools and reporting to identify trends and support the business needs relative to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), Sales, Operations, Customer Service and Design.
* Travel with Territory Sales Managers (TSMs) to secure new customers and gain first-hand feedback from users.
* Support Project Management Organization (PMO) product line and productivity improvement projects.
* Engage in New Product Development (NPD) and Product Line Extension initiatives to support product profitability and new business growth.
* Execute pricing initiatives including price sheets, training, and communication.
* Manage product marketing pieces (catalog/brochure/manuals) used for point of sale, training, and communication for all target audiences - employee, dealer & consumer-facing.
* Provide quality and technical support to customers, Customer Service, Operations and Sales.
* Build product line acumen to be regarded as a subject matter expert regarding the product line.
What You Bring to the Table: (Qualifications)
* Bachelor's degree in marketing or related discipline
* Minimum of 5 years in marketing and/or product management experience in manufacturing industry
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Technical background with experience working with field engineers, manufacturing engineers and product engineers
* Excellent teamwork and project management skills
* Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
* Strong PC skills and excellence in MS office suite of products
* Ability to meet work and project deadlines in a timely fashion with high quality output
* Travel requirements: Approximately 15% of the time with overnights
Why should you come work with Us?
Comprehensive Benefits for you and your family include:
* Medical, dental, and vision insurance
* HSA and FSA plans available
* 401(K) with 50% company match up to 6%
* Paid Time Off - 3 to 5 weeks per year with weekly accruals starting day one
* Holidays - 11 Paid, eligible on day one
* Life/ADD Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability insurance with buy up options
Professional Development: Training programs, Tuition Reimbursement, and growth opportunities.
Supportive Environment: A culture rooted in collaboration, integrity, and respect.
Some Important Information for you:
Position Title: Product Manager-Fiberglass
Location: Latham
Employment Type: Hybrid
Status: Full-time
Salary Range: $80,000-$120,000
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across US geographic markets. Starting pay for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including location, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Pay ranges may be modified in the future.
Bonus: MIB Tier 4- 7.5% of base pay
Latham Pool Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our hiring process includes drug screening, background check & E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
The submission of your resume will expedite the review of your information.