Sr. Product Manager Apply now » Date: Sep 25, 2024 Location: Colmar, PA, US, 18915 Company: Dorman Products Dorman was founded on the belief that people should have greater freedom to fix motor vehicles. For over 100 years, we have been driving new solutions, releasing tens of thousands of aftermarket replacement products engineered to save time and money, and increase convenience and reliability. Founded and headquartered in the United States, we are a pioneering global organization offering an always-evolving catalog of automotive, heavy-duty and specialty vehicle products. Today, we have more than 3,500 employees across 28 different locations, with a family of brands that also includes SuperATV and Dayton Parts. Publicly traded under the stock ticker DORM, we had revenues surpassing $1.93 billion in 2023. Everyone who works at Dorman is called a Contributor. We need everyone, regardless of role and experience, to contribute to our success. That means everyone has a unique ability to make an impact on the business. We encourage all our Contributors to bring their authentic selves to work. The freedom to pursue new ideas, offer different perspectives, and grow in your career is fundamental to working at Dorman. Job Summary Perceptive and creative self-starter with proven successes within the field of Product Management that demonstrate elevated and influential skillset in leadership supporting the execution of strategic growth initiatives within a diverse portfolio. Primary Duties Responsibilities: + Category expert responsible for driving business growth and performance at product portfolio level by using all key levers of commercial, product, engineering and operational excellence + Key performance indicators pertain to portfolio and new product revenue and sales growth, as well as, contribution margin health + Spearheads and is held accountable for overall new product development and project throughput, mitigating any obstacles that may erupt + Strategically develop annual and 3-Year category plans based on market potential, customer opportunity and new product platforms + Lead the team to define the category "Right To Win" and category SWOT update + Drive market analysis including analysis of competitive landscape, market segmentation + Provide support and leadership to the product teams in performing product trend and product gap analysis. Analyze new product opportunities and market conditions through trade shows, customer visits and field research + Manage product portfolio in term of profitability, market share, growth rate, market segmentation and different life cycle phases. Complete perpetual gap analyses + Primary lead for coordinating and driving program activities that require a high degree of data collection, consolidation and project management across business unit + Annual pricing reviews + SKU Rationalization + SLA Milestone reviews and Process Updates + Product Portion of Customer Category Line Reviews + Ad hoc initiatives that require a higher degree of cross platform coordination and executive visibility + Drive clear, effective communication to Director (and above) informing of business opportunities, threats or roadblocks and presenting a feasible alternative solution + Responsible for co-developing and co-leading customer pricing, sourcing and service strategies in support of category / channel growth initiatives with corresponding sales, category management, and supply chain team members Supervisory Responsibilities: + This role may have first-hand responsibility for the development and coaching of Product Managers, Assistant Product Managers and/or Product Coordinators + Indirect responsibility leading a cross-functional team comprised of engineers, material managers and procurement professionals + Main supervisory responsibility is to mentor newer talent, increase focus & prioritization, and to create consistency in order to drive new product development Qualifications + Influential and results-driven cross-functional team leader that thrives in an entrepreneurial fast-paced work environment, preferably within a manufacturing or distribution setting + Strong preference for automotive technical expert; however, must have proven experience managing a diverse product portfolio of high growth, declining, and complex category variety + Proven experience launching multiple, impactful consumer product requirements and developing supporting sales/marketing strategies to help commercialize its success + Dynamic customer interfacing skillset with a strong ability to change presentation style to suit audience for an effective delivery accompanied by advanced PowerPoint presentation tactics + Must possess a highly analytical mindset, with a thorough understanding of a category’s financial health through P&L management, coupled with a solid understanding of the product development process and operations management to effectively drive positive financial impact + Must possess strong project management skillset and can drive effective communication at all levels of organization + Fluent knowledge of Microsoft Office software and specifically Excel including pivot tables and v-lookups + Physical Requirement: Must have the capability to lift 20 pounds + Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the contributor may be required to reach, swivel, carry items from building to another, speak, and actively listen. Noise level is usually moderate. Education / Experience + B.S. degree in Business preferred + 7+ Years’ experience in Product Management with growing responsibilities and proven wins Core Values & Competencies Ideation and Innovation Deliver Customer Value Empower Our Contributors Accountability for Results Strive for Excellence Prioritizing and Organizing Work Managing Resources Communicating Effectively Delivering High Quality Work Critical Thinking Attributes Dorman Products is an equal opportunity employer; we value a combination of ideas, perspectives, and cultures at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. www.DormanProducts.com #LI-MM1