Associate Product Manager - Welding, Accessories and Cutting Division

Job Description:

Are you ready to make an impact in a hands-on product role?

As an Associate Product Manager, you’ll be at the center of innovation and growth within our Welding Accessories & Cutting Division. In this role, you’ll partner with Segment Leaders and Product Managers to streamline processes, strengthen portfolio performance, and bring new products to life through strategic marketing and development initiatives. In this customer facing role, your work will directly contribute to advancing our product segments and driving success across the business.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

Market Insights

• Assist in performing market research and customer insights to understand trends, pricing, competitors, safety regulations, and new product opportunities.
• Assist in assessing market needs/end user needs that drive value and product revenue.
• Prepare and provide ad-hoc analysis to the Marketing and Product Management team – product relationships with equipment, competitive position, benchmarking, etc.
• Propose solutions and improvements related to product usage to Marketing and Product Management team.

Product Management

• Initiate and manage all D365 and ERP systems workflow for product updates, new product introduction, discontinuation, and pricing changes.
• Assist in defining product specifications with engineering and collaborating with them to develop new products.
• Assist in product lifecycle management with support from Product Manager.

Marketing, Training & Communication

• Represent brand category with internal team, channel partners and users through product knowledge, product support, training, tradeshows, and customer visits.
• Support the development and documentation of product launches, training materials, Specification Sheets, Operators Manual, Learning Module System, etc.
• Review digital marketing content accuracy and trends, partnering with Marketing to drive improvements.

• Collaborate with key stakeholders in the business such as purchasing, sales, marketing, customer service, engineering, suppliers, customers, etc.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE:

• Analytical Thinker: Proven ability to analyze current business issues and translate them into strategic actions.
• Business-Minded: Strong business acumen, analytical skills, and technical aptitude.
• Team-Oriented: Works well with others, bringing a positive attitude, high motivation, and sound decision-making.
• Self-Starter: Well organized, proactive, and eager to learn and grow.
• Engaging Presenter: Demonstrated ability to present and facilitate effectively in front of groups.
• Strong Communicator: Excellent oral and written communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 1+ years prior experience, Marketing and/or Project Management experience is ideal
• 25% travel required.

Company Description 

Comprised of a market-leading portfolio of best-in-class brands, the businesses of ITW Welding work together to provide premium performance delivered through a breadth of solutions encompassing welding, cutting, consumables, and accessories.  ITW Welding North America represents Miller Electric Welding Equipment, Safety & Accessories, Hobart Filler Metals, and Bernard / Tregaskiss MIG Guns. 

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW). The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality and responsiveness. Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment. 

The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929, to the world’s largest manufacturer of arc welding products. Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people. 

Additional Information 

ITW Welding is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Why ITW Welding?  

Here’s what we offer to help you build the future you want: 

• Generous Retirement Benefits – 401(k) match PLUS an additional retirement contribution to help you plan for the future. 

• Paid Time Off – 11 paid holidays, 5 sick days, and vacation time to take time for what matters. 

• Company-Paid Insurance – Life, AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance to give you peace of mind. 

• Family-Friendly Benefits – 4 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement to support your family journey. 

• Education Assistance – tuition reimbursement because we believe in investing in your personal and professional development. 

At ITW Welding, we’re not just a place to work – we’re a community that empowers you to grow and make a real impact. Join us and build a career that makes a difference! 

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.