Product Manager - Racks & Infrastructure

The Product Manager is responsible for the profitable growth of the Racks and Infrastructure offering through development and delivery of innovative critical infrastructure products in datacom, colocation, and enterprise data centers. This product line is typically marketed and sold through our global network of electrical, datacom, and IT distributors and integrators. Objectives include leading revenue, product line strategy, market share, pricing, and marketing. The position is cross-functional with responsibility working with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Distribution Channels.Essential Job Functions:With management partnership, responsible for the overall product life cycleShared accountability for the product line P&L, including revenue attainment, gross margin and operating incomeSupports sales and marketing efforts by assisting in research of market opportunities and competitive analysisWork with Sales and Marketing to develop strategic positioningLeads technology and product roadmap developmentDevelops product definition including price recommendations, cost and performance objectives, reliability and functional features, manufacturability, and life cycle forecastsFacilitation of tools development, content creation, and data management for Customers, Partners, and other Stakeholders.Prepares technical databases for proposal generationDevelops and conducts product, market and application trainingEnsures successful transition to manufacturingSupports sales enablement through joint sales calls.Monitors P&L, evaluating, recommending and initiating cost reductions, discount analyses and inventory levelsRequirements:Deep familiarity with deployment and management of solutions in datacom and data center settings is requiredIn Person Position. Knoxville, TNStrong interaction with Channel Partner ecosystemAnalytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to articulate complex concepts to a broad range of internal and external audiences.Proven ability to effectively communicate with several types and levels of staff and external contacts, both in writing and verbally.Travel as needed.Ability to work simultaneously on many priorities, which change frequently.Assertive, persuasive and creative problem-solving skillsDisclaimer:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.Vericom Global Solutions reaffirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement to qualified employees and applicants. Individuals will be considered for positions for which they meet the minimum qualifications and are able to perform without regard to race, color, gender, age, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, current unemployment status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.