Product Manager
Work Mode: Onsite
Location: Onsite, four days per week - Kohler, WI
Opportunity
Kohler Co. is looking for a Product Manager with exceptional critical thinking skills and a passion for innovation to lead the Sterling Faucets category. You will be joining a strong brand committed to living on the leading edge in design and technology of product and process.
The Product Manager will be responsible for driving the short-term strategic direction of the product portfolio including new product development to drive vitality and growth. This role will identify and prioritize needs, develop the product roadmap, and drive new product development efforts. This involves making decisions on what products to create, managing manufacturing efficiencies leveraging platforms, and overseeing and a holistic product portfolio management strategy. Collaboration between cross-functional team members including sourcing, supply chain, engineering, channel, sales, and industrial design will be vital in the success of this role. This high impact role is accountable for the growth and financial performance of the Sterling Faucets category.
Specific Responsibilities
- Owns P&L for their respective category.
- Develop & own the 2-to-5-year product and innovation roadmaps.
- Gather customer insights and conduct competitive benchmarking to drive innovation pipeline.
- Manage a portfolio of new product development projects and foster a culture of collaboration, communication, and accountability within the team.
- Act as the internal and external focal point for the resolution of product issues (quality, cost, warranty, performance) within the category(s).
- Lead commercialization efforts to drive new product sales and profits in the category(s) of responsibility.
- Proactively manage the portfolio of products (incl. PLM) within the category(s).
- Write and submit appropriate documentation to initiate new product efforts.
- Provide voice of customer input throughout the new product development process.
- Work collaboratively with GPI/NPI to ensure all new product development is meeting all the required targets and is being delivered on time.
- Lead editorial visits/interviews, trade shows and industry events to promote the category.
- Category management lead for key customer presentations, line reviews, training, and customer conversion.
- Contributes demand forecast to support 2–5-year capital plan.
Skills/Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in any field. MBA preferred.
- 5+ years product marketing experience with strong analytical and presentation skills.
- Hands-on, detail oriented, energetic and results-driven.
- Experience with Omni-Chanel focused product development and/or marketing.
Travel
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period.
The salary range for this position is $119,950 - $186,550. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.
Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
About Us
It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
