Product Manager

Company: NICOR Lighting
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: January 9, 2021

Job Description:

FLSA: ExemptThe following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.SUMMARY:The Product Manager will lead the NICOR lighting product line activities in North America and is responsible for product life cycle management, product commercialization, market penetration strategies and competitive leadership. The Product Manager is expected to have unsurpassed knowledge of our products, technical requirements and specifications for targeted market applications/industries, customers, and competitors. We are looking for someone with entrepreneurial drive and demonstrated ability to achieve stretch goals in an innovative and fast paced environment.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Determine market needs and trends for various lighting products in North America. Implement product innovation strategies via voice of the customer (VOC) activities with sales team, distributors, contractors, architects, and end-users.
• Conduct detailed competitive analysis to keep NICOR an innovation leader within the industry. Develop and maintain an in depth understanding of the competitive landscape using this understanding to provide competitive intelligence to sales.
• Define and maintain product roadmaps and features prioritization for all new and some existing products.
• Coordinate and lead all product training activities for internal/external sales teams and customers.
• Partner with sourcing department on identifying potential supplier sources for assigned products and provide analysis and recommendations
• Ensures that all product management deliverables are complete prior to each tollgate review and meets all deadlines.
• Oversee the product lifecycle and provide initial and long-term lifecycle forecasting.
• Work in close alignment with the marketing team to introduce products into the market on time and within budget. Develop collateral material for products and company materials.
• Act as subject matter expert for product level promotions by providing technical product content and competitive analysis; support trade-show activities.
• Detailed review of incoming new products to ascertain their market viability, overall quality, and strategic potential to add to the NICOR product line.MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, marketing, or business from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum 5 years of engineering, marketing, product management experience with technical products in the lighting industry, lighting controls or power management industries.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
    • Knowledge of residential and commercial LED lighting, technical specifications, applications, and implementation
    • Experience in wireless technology, controls, or smart technologies a strong plus
    • Solid understanding of LED technology, dimming standards and characteristics
    • Basic understanding of UL, Energy Star, Title 24, DLC and other compliance related legislation
    • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work interactively with engineering and marketing teams
    • Financial acumen as it relates to pricing and budget development.
    • Experience with strategic planning, product development and product lifecycle management.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Strong customer service focus and provides satisfactory resolution to customer questions.
    • Experience working with international cross-functional teams.
    • Strong written and oral presentation skills.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)
    • Ability to prioritize business needs.
    • Team player, strong collaboration skills.
    • Attention to detail. An ability to prioritize, work within deadlines, handle multiple projects, and maintain objectives.
    • Must work well with or without supervision, motivated and a team player.
    • Strong customer service focus.
    • Able to Perform Work Under Pressure
    • Critical Thinking , Problem Solving & MultitaskingWORKING CONDITIONS:
      • In a typical interior/warehouse/office environment: work performed in an Office setting is largely a sedentary role, must be able to sit for long durations of time; warehouse environment with exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, and fumes.
      • May require standing or walking for more than 4 hours per day.
      • Shop work building, modifying, and testing SSL prototypes using hand tools.
      • Laboratory work using electrical and mechanical test equipment.
      • Able to lift 40lbs.
      • Up to 20% Travel Required to various service/component suppliers' meetings or industry conferences and trade shows.EQUIPMENT USED:
        • Electrical and lighting test equipment.
        • Hand tools and power tools for prototype building and modifications.
        • Computer, phone, copier, fax machine, scanner, and standard office equipmentCAREER PATH:
          • Director of EngineeringFull-time salaried, exempt position with full benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and relocation available.Please send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to: t.denslow@nicorlighting.comNICOR is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.NICOR Lighting2200 Midtown PI NEAlbuquerque, NM 87107Office: 800.821.6283Fax: 800.892.8393Benefits
            • Major Medical
            • Dental
            • Vision Plan
            • Teladoc Program
            • Life Insurance
            • Long Term Disability
            • Flexible Spending Account
            • 401 (k)
            • EAP
            • PTO
            • Paid Holidays

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