Jetstream of Houston · 1 day ago
Associate Product Manager II
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expJetstream of Houston is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation, known for providing products and services to protect people and the planet. They are seeking an Associate Product Manager II to manage the product lifecycle, conduct market research, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop product strategies and enhance customer satisfaction.
ManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Manage the product lifecycle from concept to launch, including planning, execution, and post-launch analysis
Lead research and analyze market dynamics, pricing trends, market opportunities, operating and sales margins to develop reports, procedures and tools for pricing and quoting
Manage and prepare and upload annual pricing file to JDE that is in alignment with pricing strategies
Daily maintenance of price changes and/or new product pricing involving calculating and updating customer price files
Develop and execute product price strategies including segment strategies for the various markets and channels
Monitor, analyze and forecast marketing and sales trends to inform strategic decisions
Track and evaluate customer landscape and competitive pricing landscape to identify opportunities and threats
Conduct in-depth research and monitor competitive activities/products to identify customer needs and market gaps on products/services
Update and optimize IPC configuration and content based on Engineering NPD successes and Operation’s cost realities to hit Divisional Gross Margin requirements
Act as the primary subject matter expert in applications for products, providing technical support and guidance
Collaborate closely with sales, engineering and manufacturing to vet special/custom requests and manage RFQs
Work cross-functionally with other departments to develop product specifications that meet customer needs and enhance product attractiveness
Identify and resolve technical product issues, recommending solutions that align with business objectives
Serve as a key liaison between the company and external customers, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty
Must be willing and able to travel up to 25%
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, management, or related field, required
3-7 years conducting market research and analysis work, required
Strong market research and analysis skills with the ability conduct thorough market research and analyze data to identify trends, opportunities, competitive landscapes, and propose new product ideas
Analytical skills with the ability to analyze product performance metrics and making data-driven decisions
Strategic thinking skills to develop and execute product strategies that align with company goals and market demands
Strong project management skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate product vision, strategy, and requirements to stakeholders and team members
Strong Collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including sales, engineering, marketing, and manufacturing
Strong Technical Proficiency with the ability to understand the technical aspects of products to answer questions and resolve issues
Strong critical thinking, analytic and problem-solving skills required
Attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in pricing, product specifications, and documentation
Preferred
3+ years serving as a liaison between the company and external customers, preferred
3+ years participating in developing and executing on product strategies, preferred
3+ years working with capital equipment and the associated parts and accessories, strongly preferred
Benefits
Annual bonus potential
Insurance (life, medical, dental, vision)
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
401(k) with matching contributions
Tuition reimbursement
Smoke-free, drug-free workplace
Company
Jetstream of Houston
Jetstream of Houston is a machinery company offering water blasting equipment, parts, and accessories.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase