<p>Product Manager, Heat Trace Cable & Kits</p> <p>Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.</p> <p>At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world's most challenging industrial heating applications.</p> <p>Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry.</p> <p>We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.</p> <p>Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!</p> <p>The Role:</p> <p>As the Product Manager for Heat Trace Cable & Kits, you will join our EHT (Electric Heat Trace) Division and support executing technology, product development and product marketing strategies that drive the organization's sales and profitability objectives for the EHT Product Segment. Position will manage full product line lifecycle. Position will support the execution of regional growth strategies as it relates to brand development, thought leadership, training, and sales channel support.</p> <p>Your Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Understand market sectors by conducting an annual situational analysis </li><li>Identify sales channel needs in relation to our product positioning and performance </li><li>Identify Chromalox position relative to the competition </li><li>Identify voice-of-customer (VOC) needs and requirements </li><li>Identify sources of Chromalox competitive advantage and suggest market strategy to maximize growth. </li><li>Serve as consulting advisor and partner the regional sales department. </li><li>Assist Brand Marketing and Sales Management in development of literature, trade show attendance and requirements, and related promotional activities </li><li>Assist in the integration of the heating and controls product lines into a cohesive product offering </li><li>Understand channel strategy to achieve targeted prospective customer acquisition and retention targets </li><li>New Product Development: identification, research, project management, and introductory marketing plan </li><li>Line Maintenance of new and existing products: includes design changes, cost reductions, obsolescence, product life cycles, catalog updates, project management </li><li>Trend Analysis for product offerings, and market positioning </li><li>Setting market price strategy through assessment and analysis of competitive position of products in market landscape </li><li>Grow product margins and support low margin account management </li><li>Promotional and sales strategy guidance </li><li>Product training </li><li>Warehouse inventory management for standard products </li></ul> <p>Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Education:Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering or equivalent experience.MBA preferred. </li><li>Experience:5-7 years of Manufacturing, Marketing & Sales experience in a related industry. Proficient at identifying new growth markets, recognizing market trends and developing and executing tactical plans. </li><li>Skills: Able to effectively manage complex projects and execute the plan on time and on/under budget. Demonstrates ability to be flexible and adapt in a fast-paced environment. Able to work well with diverse groups and cultures and to participate on cross-functional teams to meet goals and objectives. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) </li><li>Travel: Available when needed to travel, both U.S. and International. </li></ul> <p>At Chromalox, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.</p> <p>Chromalox is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.</p>