*No Recruiters Please!*Contribute to the Product Management team and business, specifically for Motorization, to provide desirable product and service solutions which are feasible to engineer, commercially viable, and provide value to Rollease Acmeda's customers and the users. This position has a focus on electronic products, electromechanical systems, and software.WHO WE ARE:At Rollease Acmeda, we are innovators of precision window covering hardware systems, specialized fabrics, and automated shade solutions. Since 1980, we have been on the cutting edge of design, development and distribution within the window furnishing industry. The years of knowledge and experience have enabled us to deliver broader product choices, enhanced technologies, and an exceptional level of service to our trade customer base. We are proudly owned by JM Family Enterprises, one of the largest privately owned companies in the US. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: Product Strategy, Road Map & Development
- Manage, execute, and support the strategy and product roadmap for select motorized categories as required by the business
- Manage and support product development and successful product launches; including compiling market research, VOC, project justification, outlining product requirements, establishing pricing (target purchase and sell), testing and validation, ensure required certifications are in place, drive technical documentation & marketing requirements, product sampling & training
- Support, and as required, drive the Automate Pulse2 App development, including requirements, UX/UI enhancements, and customization for white labels
- Contribute to marketing planning (EDMs, social media plans, campaign plans, websites, etc.)
Product Lifecycle
- Manage and execute product rationalization / life-cycle management. Provide recommendations and execute with the demand planning, sales, and marketing teams
- Contribute to demand planning & forecasting
- Consolidate and maintain product masterdata and catalogues
Product Expert
- Be the product expert, a primary reference point for tech support, training, quality, sales, marketing. You will seek the support and guidance of other Product Managers and the business to enable your product knowledge and development
- Act as a technical liaison to sales to support new customer product placements, including presenting product, technology, and competitive analysis when called upon to gain market share
- Collaborate with Technical Support Team to share knowledge, document frequently asked questions, and provide feedback to engineering resources if consistent issues arise
- Monitor and report on App Reviews (App Store, Google Play, and IoT Integration)
- Collaborate with team members in other categories and other regions (primarily US, EU) as required
Market & Competitors
- Obtain customer, sales, market and competitor insights
- Build relationships with the sales team, meet customers, undertake voice of customer
- Engage with industry publications and tradeshows
- Consider the evolving threats of competitors and cognizant of the adjustments in the market
- Gather, analyze, and summarize competitor products and data. Determine gaps & opportunities
- Understand the pricing and sales strategy and provide pricing proposals
WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE:
- 2-5 years minimum product management experience
- 5-10 years demonstrated experience in related product / industry (electrical, software, smart home, mechanical)
- A hands-on approach with strong electronic / mechanical aptitude
- Driven, collaborative, and resilient; thrives in a fluid working environment
- Strong analytical thinking, challenges the status quo and provides alternatives
- Effective and concise communication and presentation of both business and technical concepts.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook)
- Exhibit Company Core Values of Consideration, Cooperation, Communication, Accountability, and Innovation
- The following experience is favorable:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, marketing
- Graduate from a Product Management course
- Intermediate knowledge of BI software (Power BI)
- Solid understanding of CRM/ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics NAV and/or Business Central) and Project Management systems (specifically using Wrike or similar)
- Experience with regulatory compliance and certifications
WHY IT'S GREAT TO WORK HERE:
- Professionally designed open office work environment to support team collaboration
- On-site Gym and Game Room
- Paid Holidays - Including company-wide holiday shutdown
- Business casual dress code
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Medical Dental, and Vision Benefits effective the first of the month following 30 days of hire
- Employer Paid Short Term Disability, Travel Insurance, Life Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary benefits including Long Term Disability and Pet Insurance
- 401K with Employer Matching Dollars
- Wellness Reimbursement Program
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Global company with offices in the US, AU, and EU
- Ability to work in a growing company where your talents and skills can have a positive impact
- Company social events throughout the year and monthly lunches!
- Virtual library collection to support your development and inspire new ideas
Rollease Acmeda is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, retaining, and promoting qualified associates without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, mental or physical disability, national origin, marital status, citizenship, military status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law.