Job DescriptionPosition SummaryThe role drives the development and execution of both short- and long-term strategies for retail bags & sheeting product lines and works closely with segment/functional leaders, Commercial, R&D, and Operations to assist in driving overall product line profitability and efficiency.
Primary Job FunctionsStrategy:- Work cross functionally to update, communicate and implement the strategic vision for the business.
- Identify internal and external business needs along with growth opportunities.
- Define and develop strategic investment plans to support growth and profitability improvement.
- Leads the team in the development of retailer-specific category growth strategies, including assortment, shelving, merchandising, and product innovation recommendations.
- Understand the market requirements and consumer trends to inform and shape the strategy.
- Conduct market research to drive innovation and growth.
- Gather competitive intelligence to set product requirements and differentiated value propositions.
- Provide product and pricing recommendations for new opportunities.
- Participate in customer meetings and trade events to drive growth.
Multi Generation Product Planning:- Develop and execute 1-year and 3-year product development roadmap for product line effectiveness, growth and profitability.
- Define and develop next generation products, collaborating with Sales, Technical and cross-functional teams.
- Manage allocation of technical resources to the most impactful projects.
- Manage all aspects of new product launches and cross customer promotional opportunities.
- Provide oversight for product line specific competitive information.
Product Line Profitability:- Manage new product and customer pricing and profit, collaborating with Finance, Operations, Sourcing, Supply Chain and Sales.
- Monitor market pricing and provide input on competitive landscape.
- Champion cost-reduction projects; manage product mix and margin erosion on mature items.
- Identify changes in equipment and process technology to improve cost position.
- Work with Supply Chain for raw material sourcing, validation and cost-improvement.
Support of Existing Business:- Drives partnership with Sales to deliver joint business plans that grow the total category and strengthen customer relationships.
- Develop clear product positioning and communication strategies; collaborate with Marketing, manage product positioning tools, including web, trade, ad, sell sheets, research and presentations.
- Lead cross-functional teams to bring solution to resolve quality initiatives.
- Work with cross-functional teams to define service needs for new/changing/outgoing items
- Maintain oversight for new and modified products; working with Marketing, Corporate Creative teams and Packaging Design in determining packaging requirements and art work.
Competencies Required- Ability to extract item-level sales data, organize, analyze and draw conclusions
- Ability to perform category analysis and category management
- Understanding of profit & loss statement and how commercial and operational activities translate to P&L.
- Ability to organize, coordinate and direct cross-functional teams; commercial as well as operational
- Ability to drive new product development and lead the commercialization of products
- Team player with ability to influence without direct authority to consistently drive profitable growth
Education, Experience, Skills- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. MBA preferred.
- 7+ years Product Management in manufacturing experience or comparable combined experience in commercial and finance functions.
- Solid understanding of business functions Sales, Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sourcing, etc.
- High proficiency level with MS Office applications required.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, with demonstrated meeting facilitation skills.
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
- Ability to travel up to 30%.
BenefitsWhen you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
- Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
- Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
- Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)
