Product Manager I
Universal Instruments is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced automation assembly equipment. Our solutions are used to build some of today's high-tech gadgets, and to create the most advanced technologies in the fast-moving electronics industry. From cell phones and tablets to infrastructure, industrial, automotive, military and medical products, our innovative solutions play an integral role in driving the future of technology!
Summary:
This role seeks to own a product line and work with Business Development teams, as well as own data integrity, internal and external marketing documentation, and systems management of Universal products.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Own product line, keeping current equipment specifications, performance requirements, competitive analysis, target costs and target selling price for new products, features, and enhancements.
- Conducts Return on Investment (ROI) analysis within Business Cases.
- Creates marketing tools and presentations for use by the business development team and sales force.
- Develops and leads seminars and information sessions to keep internal and external customers apprised of new product developments and/or enhancements.
- Sets and justifies appropriate book price and monitors gross margin contributions for assigned products.
- Handles request for quotes (RFQs) on special customer requests.
- Inputs data into ERP system relevant to new products and relevant updates.
- Works with our customer order center to ensure the accuracy and integrity of customer orders, especially where special prices, terms or specifications are requested.
- Represents marketing viewpoint in establishing internal engineering/manufacturing product priorities.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field of study, with 0-2 years of relevant Product Management experience.
- In lieu of degree, commensurate experience will be considered.
- SAP experience is a plus.
- Notable data management skills are a must.
- Requires the ability to communicate clearly in giving presentations.
- Position requires the ability to understand and interpret detailed documents and drawings.
Responsibility for Quality Procedures or Direct Product Quality:
- Adheres to Universal Quality System policies and procedures and uses Total Cycle Time principles and standard problem solving tools to continuously improve work processes.
Physical Demands:
- May have to remain stationary for extended periods.
- Needs to be mobile enough to navigate through work areas.
Universal Instruments is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.
Target Annual Base Pay: $70,000 – $80,000 + Robust Benefits