Eaton’s IS VEH VGNA division is currently seeking a Product Manager. This is a hyrbid work opportunity. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of Galesburg MI or Southfield MI. 
 
The Product Manager is responsible for the development and execution of product line strategies that bring value to the marketplace. This role will function as an expert in the Aftermarket Clutch product line for the organization. You will be responsible for pricing strategy, competitor strategies, vocational strategies, marketing activities, life cycle management and project management. This role is accountable for growing the product line offering, and achieving sales, margin and market share goals. 
 
The expected annual salary range for this role is $123750.0 - $181500.0 a year.  
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

What you’ll do:

Strategy 

Develop, execute, and track product line strategies that will drive the sales and marketing effort for assigned product lines. Update annually or as needed. Use tools to track performance on a monthly basis  Develop competitor and vocational strategies and operating plansExecute product line initiatives to achieve sales and profit objectivesDeliver projects, new opportunities, and necessary reports on time and within budget to achieve desired resultsDevelop cost reduction initiatives to improve competitive positioningMeasure, develop, and recommend pricing and quote strategies to achieve overall product line profitability objectives. Ensure all quote objectives are reviewed and align with the organization strategyMeasure effectiveness of marketing and sales initiatives to provide feedback of what does and does not work in the field.Develop and demonstrate proficiency in systems available to measure resultsAbility to proactively address changing conditions (markets, customers, pricing, competition, etc.)

Planning

Plan annual product line activities and manage to the defined launch calendarParticipate in PP and Strat Plan processes as requiredDevelop and implement annual pricing strategies for each product line to meet pricing targets while insuring market competitiveness

Control

Provide regular analysis of each product lines’ performance against PP goalsUse tracking templates to monitor programs and provide feedback to sales group; measurement should include by PSM, territory, and region against pre-defined
targets for each group.Measure effectiveness and recommend changes of product line strategies based upon identified strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats

Customer Satisfaction

Development of product line training programsMaintain product line catalog information and cross referencesMaintain customer contact to facilitate flow of market intelligenceMaintain product content updated on websiteQualifications:

Basic Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution  Minimum 7 years of experience in Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Program Management, Product Management and/or Project Management Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any "CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc."No relocation is available for this position. Candidates must reside within a 50 mile radius of Galesburg MI or Southfield MI. (Active Duty Military service members are exempt from this geographical limitation) 

Preferred Qualifications

MBA  Truck Products Knowledge Six Sigma Green Belt  Trucking and Transportation Industry ExperienceExperience in the markets, products, and customers of the Aftermarket DivisionSkills

Fosters Open Communication – Promotes open discussion of ideas; provides others with open access to information; Listens willingly to input and concerns expressed by others; Encourages communication and information flow across boundaries, both internally and externally; Fosters the use of technology to improve communication with others.

Sets Direction - Displays insight into competition’s strengths, weaknesses, and strategies; allocates resources according to strategic priorities; translates business strategies into clear objectives, tactics, and initiatives; operates from a global perspective; is knowledgeable of this industry’s history and growth patterns; identifies potential competitors and competitive industries and demonstrates ability to leapfrog competition; develops strategies to enhance the organization’s competitiveness; positions the business within the global marketplace.

Takes Risks - Challenges the status quo; creates and implements innovative ideas; stimulates others to try new approaches; takes business risks to achieve breakthrough results; champions ideas despite obstacles; creates opportunities and takes action to seize competitive advantage.

Envisions the Future – Have a clear vision for the future of the business or part of the organization; Conveys a sense of purpose and mission that captures the
imagination of others; Recognizes when it is time to shift strategic direction in own part of the organization; Maintains a long-term, big-picture view of the business or the organization; Sees and develops new markets and market opportunities.

Drive for Business Results – Establishes and manages against aggressive financial goals; effectively balances long-term objectives with near-term financial objectives; builds an environment in which employees demonstrate a sense of personal ownership and investment in business success; consistently demonstrates

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