Associate Product Manager (Hybrid)

 Work Location: Portland, OR  

Go one better, together.

We’ve built something we’re extremely proud of, and we think it’s time you became part of it. Working at Oregon Tool, Inc., you’ll build your career and do your best work while contributing to the whole of the company. We're for those who lean into challenges and expect that same attitude from the people around them. We’re a goal-oriented organization that’s firmly committed to creating opportunities for Team Members’ talents to shine and inspire the individuals around them so that we all win together. 

At 2,400 Team Members across the globe, you're more than just a link in a chain. From new products, programs, and business units, Oregon Tool, Inc. gives you the space to make systemic change within our business. How will you make your mark? 

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT:
The Associate Product Manager (APM) is responsible for resource management, strategic planning, tactical planning, and execution for a product portfolio within a larger product category. The APM strives to become the go-to product expert within the organization, developing a deep understanding of the products within the portfolio and competitive products in the marketplace. Key areas of ownership include developing, maintaining, and executing a 3–5-year global product road map, supporting new product launches with Sales and Brand Marketing teams, leadership on new product development in collaboration with Engineering and Manufacturing, Sales support on new and existing products, and championing the voice of the consumer within the organization. The APM is expected to develop a detailed understanding of product pricing, costs, category and product line profitability. To drive their business, the APM will demonstrate the ability to identify gaps in the marketplace through competitive analysis and user research and capitalize on these opportunities by working with R&D teams to develop solution-based product proposals.

THE DETAILS:

Primary Task (40%) – Tactical Planning

• Co-develop research plans with Marketing Insights Manager and Business Segment Director, to include VOC and Quantitative Surveys
• Drive product usability and acceptance, with a focus on the end-to-end customer experience (from product setup and install to product end of life and disposal)
• Troubleshoot customer issues and coordinate resolution with technical staff

Second Task (45%) – Execution

• Drive projects on schedule and budget to meet internal and external stakeholder expectations
• Coordinate with sales staff to meet customer needs regarding quotation and delivery
• Support sales team with CMA process
• Execute portfolio maintenance activities, including sku rationalization, pricing analysis, and cost management
• Support trade show activities
• Support the development of marketing tools - including product sheets, sales materials, user manuals, web and digital marketing content, promotional campaigns (print and digital) and application notes
• Drive continuous-improvement activities for product/category performance including sales, gross margin, yield, cost of goods sold, risk, and return on investment

Third Task (15%) – Strategic Planning and Resource Management

• Develop and maintain portfolio Global product roadmap with collaboration of North American, European, Asia Pacific, Latin American, and Far East sales and product teams
• Develop business cases and proposals regarding investment and return of a proposed (Phase 0) project
• Define customer requirements and complete the Product Requirements Document (PRD)
• Co-lead the product development process (PDP) with Product Development/Engineering from ideation to plan to execution and analysis
• Collect customer and market data to build business cases and provide accurate forecasts
• Develop internal proposals for product line enhancements and additions (PDP Phase 0)
• Identify target markets, segments, applications, and customers
• Maintain expertise with respect to competition
• Gather and prioritize input from sales, marketing, customer support and directly from customers and distribution partners
• Responsible for assigned product(s) and leads product plan development and execution from concept through sale and distribution
• Balance internal and external demands with available resources by prioritizing project scope (performance), schedule, and product variable and fixed/capital investment costs
• Define the product value proposition and assist marketing with development of marketing and messaging strategies

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in related field (business, marketing, finance, engineering) or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of experience in a busienss professional role
• 1-3 years of experience in Product Management with a track record of successful product launches preferred
• Passion for and experience with forestry, garden, agriculture, construction tools or commercial equipment preferred
• Demonstrated success in user experience, product delivery processes, positioning, product strategy and/or product launch preferred
• Experience working in a global or multi-national environment preferred
• Able to complete responsibilities in a timely, professional and quality manner with minimal supervision
• Solve problems analytically; search out relevant information and gauge its importance when making decisions
• Effective written and oral communication skills; able to express oneself clearly and in technical and non-technical terms
• Creative thinker
• Collaborative and effective team player and able to work with teams who are globally dispersed
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and data management software (SAP preferred)

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Washington, Colorado, Nevada, California, New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, and Connecticut, Oregon Tool is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Oregon Tool, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $75,000 to $87,000.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available on day one (no waiting period) 
• 401k matching (100% of first 3%, 50% of next 3% = 4.5% match on 6% contribution)
• Earn up to 120 hours vacation during your first year of service 
• One paid Community Involvement Day available per calendar year 
• Global company with small company feel 
• Casual work attire 
• Onsite Fitness center
• Public Transit access

WHO WE ARE: 

Oregon Tool, Inc. is a global, premium-branded, aftermarket-driven precision-cutting-tool platform. At Oregon Tool, Inc., it is our goal to create, cultivate and sustain a global, inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our employees and customers. We invite and encourage applications from all skilled individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company #SharperTogether.

To learn more about our company and history visit us at: www.oregontool.com

Oregon Tool, Inc. will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is contingent on a background investigation and drug screen. Oregon Tool, Inc. does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, religion, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under law. 

During the application process we will not ask for or collect any confidential, proprietary, or sensitive personally identifiable information (e.g., date of birth; driver’s license number; or credit card, bank account or other financial information). If you submit such information, you do so at your own risk, and we will not be liable to you or responsible for consequences of your submission. This notice should not be construed as an offer of employment or creating any terms of employment. 

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