Global Product Manager - Molded Rubber Products

COOPER POWER SYSTEMS Global Product Manager – Molded Rubber Products LOCATION: Waukesha, WI  REPORTS TO: Director – LIPE Marketing   POSITION SUMMARY: · Develops business and marketing plans to meet global orders, share, revenue, margin, and margin percentage budget objectives · Responsible for creating and implementing short and long term product strategies for major product lines to exceed global growth objectives · Involved in complex technical and commercial negotiations · Required to develop and execute product line strategies in various segments of the world · Develops strategic pricing strategies to maximize the price/margin/mix/share gain equation · Identifies new business opportunities within product line basket and adjacent segments · Directs team members to develop business and marketing plans for assigned products/brands, including pricing, strategies, sales plans, and implementation strategies · Identifies new product development opportunities. Ability to develop and prioritize business cases based upon benefits, investment, and expense forecasts. · Assesses market research and analysis, promotions, public relations, and advertising associated with assigned brands and products · Directs and develops tactical product plans, forecasts, and updates · Ability to interact and communicate effectively within all levels of the organization, including sales, marketing, engineering, and operations If you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, please forward your resume to Melanie Kaczorek, Manager of Recruitment and Staffing, Cooper Power Systems, at melanie.kaczorek@cooperindustries.com or call 262 896 2475   Cooper Power Systems offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes a matching 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and many other benefits.   Cooper Power Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer   All applicants will be considered, and selection will be based on qualifications without regard to race, gender, color, age, religion, national original, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other category protected by law. Cooper Power Systems is an equal opportunity employer. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: · Previous experience as a Product Manager and/or Product and Industry Knowledge gained thru minimum 5 Years of Marketing, Field Sales, Field Services, or Utility Industry Experience · BS – Electrical Engineering, MBA, or equivalent experience · Above Average Analytical Capabilities, Computer Skills, and Technically Proficient · Great Communication Skills · Ability to Travel Between 25-40% including Domestic and International Travel · Experience in International Markets · Experience with Molded Rubber Products a definite plus   LOCATION:  Pewaukee, au 53072STATUS:  Full Time, EmployeeJOB CATEGORY:  Project/Program ManagementWORK EXPERIENCE:  5+ to 7 YearsCAREER LEVEL: Manager (Manager/Supervisor of Staff)EDUCATION LEVEL:Bachelor's Degree REFERENCE CODE:327