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Assistant Product Manager

Cottage Grove, WI (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Cottage+Grove+WI+USA+53527) • NASG Product Development

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Sr. Product Manager - As an Assistant Product Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Product Manager in all aspects of product development and management. You will be responsible for assisting the product managers in the development, coordination and execution of new product through conducting market research, analyzing consumer feedback, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches and ongoing optimization. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, analytical capabilities, and a passion for delivering exceptional products that meet customer needs. In addition, this role will assist in the maintenance of existing products. This is a non-supervisory position.

Responsibilities:

Market Research:

· Conduct or participate in meaningful consumer focus groups as needed

· Prepare and distribute detailed competitive reviews

· Maintain current competitive analysis for assigned product categories

· Stay current with trends in consumer electronics

Innovation:

· Assist to identify future opportunities two to three years in advance

· Through collaboration with cross-functional teams, identify opportunities for key product or technology enhancements

Product Development Support:

·Assist in developing and refining product concepts, features, and specifications based on market research, customer feedback, and business goals.

·Collaborate with design, engineering, and other teams to translate product requirements into actionable plans and timelines.

·Help manage the product development lifecycle from ideation to launch, ensuring adherence to deadlines and quality standards.

·Assemble, review, and use products to evaluate performance, customer requirements, quality, and safety

·Provide direction for and assist designers to select the most suitable industrial design

·Write and manage Owner’s Manuals and Assembly Guides

·Develop comprehensive product briefs and new product proposals

·Manage and review all proposed product improvements

Marketing/Sales Support:

· Develop product story for marketing department and features/benefits

· Train sales team and dealers on why their products are the best in class

· Function as part of the different brands’ - Team selling approach to develop business solutions for customers and sales team

Marginal Job Functions:

· Other projects as assigned

Requirements

Education:

· 4-year degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology undergrad preferred

Experience:

· Education or experience with product, sales or service in the fitness industry preferred; or project management in another consumer industry required

· Experience with Specialty Retail, Health Clubs, or Mass Retail preferred

· Training and education in product management preferred

· Training programs in fitness such as ACE certification preferred

· International experience, particularly with Asian manufacturing preferred

Other Requirements:

· Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint required

· Microsoft Visio experience preferred

· Some travel required.

Benefits:

We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities.Some of our outstanding benefits include:

· Health & Dental Insurance

· Company paid Life Insurance

· 401(k)

· Paid Time Off benefits

· Product discounts

· Wellness programs

EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability

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