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Summary/Objective: The Product Manager will be responsible for optimizing the P&L of our product line(s) while ensuring that Rogers' reputation for delivering high quality solutions with industry-leading service levels is maintained. This role manages product development projects, profitability improvements and promotion to achieve overall financial and market objectives. Responsible for ongoing business reporting, this role will develop and manage Strategic and Annual Operation Plans for responsible product lines.
Essential Functions:
P&L Ownership - Maximizing Profitability
Definition and execution of Product Line Strategy to maximize profitability and service levels
Set standard list pricing levels and work with Operations/Engineering teams to execute an effective manufacturing location, inventory, and lead-time strategy
Develop effective relationships with key sales teams and customer base – concentrating on the needs of our fabricator customers
Responsible for the quality and consistency of our communication with the Sales, Technical Service Engineering, and Customer Service team, including our customer base
Take ownership for the division input into the S&OP cycle, and drive improvements that lead to operational efficiency and improved profitability
Product Lifecycle Management: Product Line Portfolio rationalization and prioritization of product extension and qualification efforts
Marketing lead for R&D new product development and product launches
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.
Required Education and Experience:
BS Engineering/Science or BS Business/Marketing
Seven years of product marketing experience, or combination of customer service or product marketing and business process improvement experience
Compliance, regulatory, risk and remediation execution
Ability to influence directly and indirectly
Cost benefit analysis
Risk policy execution
Risk analysis
Managing program or project financials
Ability to lead/facilitate diverse/distributed group and team meetings
Demonstrated ability for technical learning, customer focus, and cross-functional
Preferred Education and Experience:
MBA with marketing or international business concentration
5 years’ experience of working in technical product management functions
Demonstrated ability to manage by influence in matrix organization
Experience in the Product Management function for a specialty materials supplier to the electronics, semiconductor or automotive industry
Why work for Rogers With an outstanding work environment, vast developmental opportunities, and a top-notch benefit package, we empower employees with a culture of excellence. Come join a winning team! Rogers Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.
About Rogers Corporation: Rogers Corporation (NYSE:ROG) is a global leader in engineered materials to power, protect and connect our world. With more than 180 years of materials science and engineering experience, Rogers delivers high performance solutions that enable Advanced Connectivity and Advanced Mobility, as well as other technologies where reliability is critical. Rogers delivers Power Electronics Solutions for energy-efficient motor drives, vehicle electrification and alternative energy; Elastomeric Materials Solutions for sealing, vibration management, and impact protection in mobile devices, transportation interiors, industrial equipment and performance apparel; and Advanced Connectivity Solutions for wireless infrastructure, automotive safety and radar systems. Headquartered in Arizona (USA), Rogers operates manufacturing facilities in the United States, China, Germany, Belgium, Hungary, and South Korea, with joint ventures and sales offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.rogerscorp.com.
