Product Marketing Manager - Residential Operators

The Product Manager - Residential Operators, will be accountable for product management and development for residential (Pro and Retail) garage door openers portfolio for the Genie brand and other brands assigned.

This position is responsible for managing and improving the profitability and growth for the product line, from new products through end-of-life.

The Product Manager will work with sales to drive profitable growth and grow market share as well as work with finance, engineering, supply chain, and operations to drive annual margin improvements.

This position will also ensure that new product positioning, pricing, cost, margins and quality targets support the overall product portfolio strategy and direction.Skills/Experience Requirements


* Minimum of 7-10 years product management / marketing experience in consumer durable goods, preferably electrical / mechanical consumer goods


* Knowledge of manufacturing environment and sales organizations with multiple channels of distribution


* Business development and product marketing background, with experience developing product plans, strategy work and new product development


* Knowledge of processes related to brand marketing, market research, sales training, and field communications


* Computer literate in MS Office products


* Advanced PowerPoint skills, including the ability to design visually compelling presentations, create custom graphics, and effectively communicate complex product information to diverse audiences.


* Excellent written and oral presentation skills - for both internal groups as well as clients and trade groups/ seminars


* Good problem-solving skills, Six Sigma training a plus


* Flexibility and adaptability; this organization will continue to develop and evolve over next 12-18 months


* Action and results oriented

Education Requirements


* BA/BS in Marketing, Business, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

MBA or technical certifications a plus.

Physical/Work Environment Requirements


* Moderate travel - 20-30%

Skills/Experience Requirements


* Minimum of 7-10 years product management / marketing experience in consumer durable goods, preferably electrical / mechanical consumer goods


* Knowledge of manufacturing environment and sales organizations with multiple channels of distribution


* Business development and product marketing background, with experience developing product plans, strategy work and new product development


* Knowledge of processes related to brand marketing, market research, sales training, and field communications


* Computer literate in MS Office products


* Advanced PowerPoint skills, including the ability to design visually compelling presentations, create custom graphics, and effectively communicate complex product information to diverse audiences.


* Excellent written and oral presentation skills - for both internal groups as well as c...