Associate Product Specialist
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SalaryJob Description:
Are you looking for a new challenge? Passionate about innovation? Want to work for a global company that values integrity, teamwork, and loyalty?
At LATICRETE International, we aim to be the leading construction brand trusted globally for high-performance tile and stone installation systems and building finishing solutions. We’ve been in business for over 65 years, family-owned for three generations, and can be found in over 100 countries. The Hartford Business Journal even named us one of Connecticut’s top family-owned companies in 2017!
We don't just make innovative, industry-leading products. Our purpose is to improve the built world and the lives of those who build it. We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities in which we operate.
We are seeking passionate and ambitious employees who want to make a difference not just within our organization, but within their communities, our industry, and the world. If that sounds like you, then what are you waiting for? Join the family and expand your horizons!
Just some of our benefits:
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
Tuition reimbursement
13 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time
Flexible spending
Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance
1 week paid plant shutdown between the Christmas and New Year's Day holidays
POSITIONSUMMARY
Product development and product line managementposition for multinational construction materials manufacturer.Responsible forsupporting the execution of theorganization’s strategicproductvision insupport of thevariousbusiness strategies andaligned withcompany brand promises and overarching company values. Works withproduct managers,cross-functional team members, and external vendors tomanage assigned portfolio products’lifecycles.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES
MarketResearchandAnalytics(25%)
Continually researchthe applications in which our products are usedtomaintain a superior level of expertise.
Identify market trends and needs through cultivation of consumer insight and marketresearch.
Solicit regular feedback from our distributors, contractors, and dealersto help guide internal decisions.
Collect industry data and sales statistics,developand maintaincompetitive analysis of products.
Researchcompetitivepricing,value propositionsandproductpositioningstrategies.
Improve engagement of internal feedback channels to regularly harvest information from field sales reps.
Coordinate individual and cross-functionalresearch excursions.
Product Development and Lifecycle Management(25%)
Understand and supportmanagement ofyour products’entire lifecycle, from concept to commercialization,maturityand decline.
Leveragestage gate developmentphilosophyto keep detailed and thorough records of activities.
Supportnew product commercialization andnational productpromotional activity.
Supportproduct rationalization activitiesthroughdataanalyticsand consideration of portfolio evolution activity.
Continuous improvement - updating and evolution of existing processes, procedures, tools, etc.
Project Management(25%)
Build and maintainrelationships with cross-functional team members.
Develop and maintain projectganttchartsto methodically track a projectthrough phases to completion.
Responsible for providing routineproject status updates.
Inventory Management (15%)
Frequent monitoring and identification ofinventorychallenges.
Collaborate withdepartments to improve product line turns and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
Supportexecution ofinventory reduction initiatives.
Product Strategy (10%)
Propose and develop category strategies.
Convert market and category knowledge intoquantifiablebusiness casesfor consideration.
REQUIREDSKILLS &QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree inbusiness-relatedconcentration
Specialized Skills and Experience:
1-3 years product marketing experience. Experience in building or industrial products field a plus.
Knowledge of construction materials and techniques a strong plus.
Hands-on work style. Cannot be afraid to occasionally get dirty!
Excellent communications & presentation skills.
Strong analytical data acumen.
Strong presentation and written skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
Physical strength to lift and carry minimum of 25 pounds.
Fluent in English. Second language a plus.
Team cooperation - maintaina positive, cooperative attitude with all employees of LATICRETE and all customers.
Dedication,commitment,and flexibility: ability to managethrough change and challenges.
Travel requirement:
Up to20%, domestic and international.
Must have or be able to obtain a passport.
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