Our mission is to be a trusted workplace for team members to be their whole selves at work. A company that people love and positively impacts the lives of all whom we touch. Be your best self At Interstate Batteries, you have the chance to be excellent at work and excellent at life. We know that professional success depends on personal wellbeing. That's why we want to enrich your life with the tools and services you need to succeed in every area of your life. Join us! Purpose of Job: The All Battery Product Manager will serve as the subject matter expert for assigned All Battery product categories. They will take the lead in product strategy execution, provide technical support, and work with suppliers to develop new products to meet market needs. Job Components: Execute product line strategy to support the vision and strategy of the overall All Battery product category Execute product development steps with suppliers, quality, purchasing, and category manager to meet the needs of new product projects Support the business with technical expertise Answer research requests (sales and store questions) in a complete and timely manner Coordinate with quality to approve and disqualify products from multiple sources to help eliminate supply risks and maintain quality Own the line review process to manage product life cycles and support category strategy Ensure product meets all applicable environmental and legal requirements and that required product certifications are obtained Support and implement Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) initiatives, as assigned Support All Battery RFQ with product expertise input and award recommendations Ensure product cross references, SAP product data, product spec sheets and product portal are maintained with accurate information Ensure accuracy of product information entered on new product PCNSupports All Battey Marketing in the development of product catalogs Utilize supplier relationships to understand product updates and new technologies Ensure products meet the requirements of our ISO 13485 Quality Management System (QMS) Meet with suppliers in coordination with procurement as needed
Qualifications:- Bachleor's degree in Marketing or related field required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in product management
- Effective communicator (oral and written)
- Proven track record of collaborating and working with a cross-functional team
- Strong problem solver with the ability to think outside the box
- Able to work independently with proper levels of prioritization and follow through
- Ability to multi-task while being detail oriented under minimal supervision
- Proven analytical capability
- Proficient in Microsoft OfficeScope Data:
Acts as the subject matter expert for assigned categories, supporting customers and sales teams with product information and technical expertise.
Executes on and helps shape All Battery product strategy through line reviews and collaboration with suppliers on new product technologies.
Work through product development process with both domestic and overseas suppliers to meet the needs of All Battery customers.
Exemplifies Interstate's Purpose and Values.
Work Environment:
Ability to sustain posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of time.
Regularly required to use hands to grasp or handle, talk and hear, stand and walk.
Specific vision abilities include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Prolonged use of personal computer & telephone.
Some travel may be needed.
Note:
We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us. Interstate Batteries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Interstate Batteries complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Interstate Batteries expressly prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental and physical), marital status, military status, veteran status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal law.
