Lincolnshire, Illinois
9 days ago
Product Manager, Senior

Remote Work: Hybrid


Overview: At Zebra, we extend the edge of possibility by shaping the future of work on the front line—reinventing how businesses run and moving society forward.
We are a community of changemakers, innovators and doers who come together to deliver a performance edge to the front line of business. We develop new technologies and create new solutions with partners to help organizations act with greater visibility, connectivity, and intelligence—delivering better experiences for workers and those they serve.
Being a part of Zebra means being seen, heard, valued, and respected as you define your path to a fulfilling career. Here, you'll have opportunities to learn and lead at a leading company, and you can channel your skills towards causes that you and the Zebra community care about, locally, and globally.
Together, we've only begun to define the edge of what's possible—for our people, our customers, and the world.

Manages the product definition, positioning, pricing and lifecycle management of a product line (product series) within a family of products. This Individual is responsible for leading interaction with every organization responsible for the development, production, marketing, sales and service of that product line in order to assure successful business results for that product line as a result of satisfying customer needs.


Responsibilities:
Conducts market, customer and competitive analysis in order to understand customer needs for his/her product lineConverts analysis into a coherent market requirements that defines product form, fit and function including functionality and feature prioritization, cost, sales volume and profitability expectations and expected competitive responseAnalyzes and interprets go to market requirements including geographical customer and market differences, channel partner needs, including end user and partner pricing requirementsArticulates product positioning in terms of Zebra inter-line logic as well as competitive positioningOversees the product launch plans to assure that his/her product is presented to the market as intended by the strategyManages the product through the product lifecycle including analyzing product sales and profitability performance against financial plansDetermines timing and need for product changes as competitive or customer needs change or technology advances warrant a changeManages the end-of-life process to gracefully transition customers to next generation products and prevent revenue gaps or excessive obsolescence charges
Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor's degree required5+ years of relevant experience in supply chainStrong ability to be a business partner to various teams globallyStrong attention to detail / qualityStrong process adherenceFluent level of English (written and verbal) as well as local language as applicableIntermediate level skills in Microsoft business applications including Word, Excel and OutlookIntermediate P & L knowledgeAdvanced market knowledge in assigned categoryCustomer service values / orientationStrong professional work behaviors (attendance, teamwork, time management, follow through)Intermediate analytical and organizational skillsDemonstrates good judgment in decision making; applies knowledge and experience to guide decisions Strong business acumenStrong Presentation SkillsStrong communication skills (listening, providing clear and concise information, using proper language and grammar)

Preferred: 

Advanced degree preferredFluent in Spanish is a plus

Zebra is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability and protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

 

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Zebra is a federal contractor and is committed to an alcohol and drug free workplace. As a result, all U.S. based employees are subject to the Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy and Procedure.


Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.


Salary: USD 92700.00 - USD 139100.00 Yearly


Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.
Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.



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