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Job Title: Senior Manager, Global Product

Reports To: VP, Essentials

Position Location: Vernon Hills, IL

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary:

The Global Product Manager is accountable for creating and delivering the strategic plan for the product portfolio, improvement and implementation that delivers growth, profitability and share gain for the Cole Parmer consumables portfolio. This role is responsible for delivering on revenue targets, growing and managing the product portfolio, managing supplier relationships and effectively ensuring a strong and competitive portfolio of products that outperforms competition and exceeds customer expectations. This role will leverage market and customer insights into enhancing and developing new and innovative products within the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Strategy Development: Develop and execute comprehensive product strategies for the consumables portfolio, aligned with business goals and market needs. Conduct market research and analysis to identify opportunities for product innovation and differentiation in the consumables space.
• Product Planning and Road Mapping: Create and maintain product roadmaps for the consumables portfolio, prioritizing feature development and enhancements based on customer feedback, market trends, and competitive analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align product plans with overall business objectives.
• Product Development and Launch: Lead the product development process for consumables, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to define product requirements, manage timelines, and ensure successful execution. Coordinate with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies and drive successful product launches.
• Market and Competitive Analysis: Conduct regular market and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and threats in the consumables space. Stay informed about industry developments, emerging technologies, and competitive offerings to inform product strategy and positioning.
• Customer Engagement and Feedback: Act as the voice of the customer within the organization, gathering insights and feedback through customer interviews, surveys, and data analysis. Use customer feedback to inform product decisions, prioritize features, and drive continuous improvement for consumables.
• Performance Monitoring and Optimization: Track key performance metrics for the consumables portfolio, such as sales performance, market share, and customer satisfaction. Analyze data to assess product success and identify areas for optimization and improvement.
• Cross Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, marketing, sales, and operations to ensure successful development, launch, and support of consumables products. Build strong relationships and foster a culture of collaboration and accountability across the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.\ \

Education:

• Must possess a Bachelors Degree - B.A / B.S. with major/minor in sciences/business required business, marketing, science, or engineering; MBA / Masters Degree / Graduate degree a plus

Experience:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in product management / product development, marketing or strategic sourcing

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

Potential candidates should have relevant experience in the following areas:

Proven track record of commercial success within a product area

Prior commercial experience in a product management, sale , or marketing organization

A technical background in science, engineering or research, to include an awareness of technology trends and the evolution of scientific & engineering applications

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