Product Manager - Chain

Description: Do you enjoy helping people?Want a job that allows you to be trained and promoted to even higher paying jobs?Want to feel like you are part of a company that actually cares about you?Would you like to actually have fun at work & smile when you walk through the door in the morning?Then check us out…….What Sets Us Apart Our employees are our greatest asset and we seek someone who shares those values. The ability to build your own career. We are all about employee development and growth. Experience a coaching approach without micromanagement. Our managers actually care about you and your future. Opportunity to make an impact – you have a voice. Free to be your authentic self. Family oriented with a family atmosphere. We embrace innovation and collaboration.Ready to be part of a dynamic team, make a difference, and propel your career to new heights? Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!Peer Chain is looking for a Product Manager. Since 1969, the PEER Chain family has been a strong and reliable source of industrial chain. We are a family business connected by links forged over years of excellent service, quality and expertise. Our family is passionately committed to providing product genius and over-the-top service designed to keep our customers’ businesses running. We pledge to provide unsurpassed support while delivering high quality chains and sprockets.Job SummaryThe Product Manager has responsibilities for all aspects of the product line measured by total product line profitability. Responsible for setting guidelines for product pricing, inventory management, and define the overall product line strategy. The Product Manager will work creatively and pragmatically to gather and prioritize new product opportunities, analyze customer requirements, research and define target industries, and execute strategies for successful market penetration. The Product Manager will work closely with our Manufacturing Team, Engineering, Sales, Quality Assurance, and MarketingEssential Duties And ResponsibilitiesDevelop a comprehensive technical knowledge of product lineBe an expert with respect to competition. Understand the market with a focus on industries that fit well within PEER’s long-term strategy Promote the PEER brand to Sales Team to keep them motivated and driven to sell the productBe the leader in development and evaluation of industry products that will lead to growth and profitability of the product lineDefine/understand all market requirements deeded to position PEER’s product line as “Best in Class”Support engineering and manufacturing in setting specifications and tolerances for standard products Team up with Engineering to take an active role in product training for font line colleaguesCollaborate with Inventory Control and Production to efficiently meet changing industry requirements Work closely and be the bridge between the Manufacturing Plants and Sales OrganizationsPromote the product line by working closely with marketing team to develop sales tools and marketing literatureCollaboration with Sales, Engineering, QA, Manufacturing; Act as the bridge between departments to ensure customer demands and expectations are consistently metPerforms miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned and requiredBenefitsCompetitive salaryFlexible hoursHealth, dental and vision insurance401(k)Profit sharing planSTD, LTD and life insuranceGenerous PTO policy and paid holidaysWORK LOCATION: Position works out of headquarters located in Waukegan, IL USAHow to apply:www.peerchain.com/about-us/careers Requirements:Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Product Management, Application Sales/Engineering or Manufacturing Experience with Metal, Machining, and Manufacturing ProcessesExceptional written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrate success in leading teams along with motivating and developing peopleTechnical background (Mechanical Engineering experience a plus)Proficient at math and analyzing dataAbility to interact with multi-national peopleSkills to confidently speak with customers when neededStrong presentation skillsOrganized and detail-orientedTeamwork-orientedMust be able to travel (30 – 40 % of time both domestically and internationally)Motivated individual with desire to learn and grow within organization