Product Line Manager 1Starting Base Salary Range of $85,000-$105,000 (DOE)To that point,we have an exciting opportunity for a Product Line Manager (PLM) who will lead strategic and operational efforts to drive the success of the mount systems and accessories product lines within the company. You will be responsible for the entire life cycle of these products, including market research, product development, marketing strategies, pricing, and lifecycle management. The PLM collaborates closely with engineering, sales, marketing, and other cross-functional teams to deliver products that continue to outperform, out-inspire, and outlast all others in the field.
Our benefits package is amazing:- affordable health and dental insurance
- a strong commitment to training and professional development including an internal skills development program for all manufacturing team members
- a generous tuition reimbursement program
- company contributions up to 8% of base pay into a 401K retirement account
- profit sharing
- and great product discounts (to name a few)
What You'll Be Doing as a Product Line Manager 1 (mount systems and accessories):Execute marketing, sales, and product strategies for a specific product category, acting as the product champion from ideation to obsolescence.
- Identifies product and brand trends, risks and opportunities. Gathers information on product and consumer needs and requirements. Tracks key competitor activities.
- Develops the business case for potential new products.
- Assists in the product planning process; and the development of a 3-5-year brand Product Roadmap.
- Develops product requirements/specifications for assigned products or product categories.
- Makes recommendations on promotions, special make-ups, discounts, rebates, sponsorships, etc. impacting brand persona, sales or contribution margin for assigned product categories.
- Advises on the forecast and inventory position for the product line.
- Identifies specific sales/profitability and other performance targets and strategies; maintains a tracking scorecard.
- Assists in product introduction/launch efforts, including key or strategic accounts, catalog development, training, and trade/consumer shows.
- Provides management with data, analysis, and recommendations to support new product and other strategic initiatives and the budgeting process.
- Recommends enhancements to marketing, advertising and promotional programs to ensure effectiveness, profitability and return on investment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills and Experience You'll Need as a Product Line Manager 1 (mount systems and accessories):- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, advertising or a related field. 3-5+ years progressive experience in the marketing/product line management function of a consumer product company with a global, multi-channel sales environment. Master's degree preferred.
- Thorough understanding of brand, category, or product line management practices and processes.
- Knowledge of the assigned product category, shooting sports, hunting, firearms, and associated optics applications. Strong analytic, quantitative, and strategic planning skills.
- Strong presentation, communication, decision making, problem solving, and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across functions to achieve outcomes that support business objectives.
Work Environment for a Product Line Manager 1 (mount systems and accessories):Work is performed in a normal office environment with exposure to the manufacturing environment. 20% travel - based on season.
For details on positions and to apply, go to:
www.leupold.com/careers
Leupold + Stevens, Inc.14400 NW Greenbrier Parkway
Beaverton, Oregon 97006
