Gerdau
This position is open for domestic candidates only.
BASIC FUNCTION:
The Product Line Manager will manage the product and portfolio, product roadmap, develop differentiated value propositions, integrate marketing plans, forecast, and interface with technical support and product/process technology. The incumbent manages the product line strategic roadmap, including structured product development, product improvement, product rationalization, and communication through an integrated market communication plan.
DIMENSION: Product Line Revenue $3 B
NATURE AND SCOPE: This position reports directly to the Marketing Director. The incumbent is responsible for product lifecycle management relative to the defined differentiated value proposition. The incumbent must participate in development of product forecasting and manage the product line portfolio including structured product development, product improvement and product rationalization. In short, the role is responsible to manage the product line strategic roadmap. In performing these tasks the individual will need to participate in product certifications, development of standards and definitions, interface with both manufacturing and technical support, collaborate with strategic pricing, and drive the development of integrated market communications plan.
Qualifications for this position include a minimum of 10 years of product developmentm, quality management and/or operations, and product management experience in steel or steel-related industries (construction, manufacturing, metals distribution, etc.). Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Engineering, Marketing, Business, or relevant technical discipline. Incumbent must demonstrate skills and knowledge of qualitative and quantitative problem solving techniques. Collaborative communication skills and ability to communicate with all business areas at various levels.
Primary Responsibilities: • Overall growth, profitability and market share of product line. • Utilize New Product Development Stage Gate decision process to oversee the validation of performance at each phase of new product development. • Establish effective price strategies and promotions to grow the business in the product areas. • Develop product innovation funnel roadmap • Develop and deploy product integrated marketing plans • Guarantee competitiveness of the product line in the segments in which we participate. • In depth knowledge of product attributes and applications. • Deep understanding of our competitiveness relative to next best alternatives. • Develop and execute product line roadmap and strategy including product portfolio and Strategic Pricing. • Develop product demand forecasts, evaluate new product potential and manage new product development through the stage gate methodology. • Internalize our differentiated value propositions translating into strategies and tactics for the various parts of the organization (production, SOP, sales, logistics, etc.) • Develop and manage competitive product intelligence, product research, and participate in the development of Standards and Certifications • Coordinate with Marketing Communications to design digital media (website, microsite) and catalogs, brochures, etc. and manage the Integrated Marketing Plan Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship. If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com About the company
Gerdau is shaping a more collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable future. We offer a range of long steel and special steel products from our network of mills across the United States and Canada. We do this as one of the largest recyclers in North America and as one of the world's most environmentally responsible steel producers. Notice
Talentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at accessibility@talentify.io or 407-000-0000. Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility. An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. Bias-audit & data-use details: www.talentify.io/bias-audit-report . NYC applicants may request an alternative process or accommodation at aedt@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.
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DIMENSION: Product Line Revenue $3 B
NATURE AND SCOPE: This position reports directly to the Marketing Director. The incumbent is responsible for product lifecycle management relative to the defined differentiated value proposition. The incumbent must participate in development of product forecasting and manage the product line portfolio including structured product development, product improvement and product rationalization. In short, the role is responsible to manage the product line strategic roadmap. In performing these tasks the individual will need to participate in product certifications, development of standards and definitions, interface with both manufacturing and technical support, collaborate with strategic pricing, and drive the development of integrated market communications plan.
Qualifications for this position include a minimum of 10 years of product developmentm, quality management and/or operations, and product management experience in steel or steel-related industries (construction, manufacturing, metals distribution, etc.). Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Engineering, Marketing, Business, or relevant technical discipline. Incumbent must demonstrate skills and knowledge of qualitative and quantitative problem solving techniques. Collaborative communication skills and ability to communicate with all business areas at various levels.
Primary Responsibilities: • Overall growth, profitability and market share of product line. • Utilize New Product Development Stage Gate decision process to oversee the validation of performance at each phase of new product development. • Establish effective price strategies and promotions to grow the business in the product areas. • Develop product innovation funnel roadmap • Develop and deploy product integrated marketing plans • Guarantee competitiveness of the product line in the segments in which we participate. • In depth knowledge of product attributes and applications. • Deep understanding of our competitiveness relative to next best alternatives. • Develop and execute product line roadmap and strategy including product portfolio and Strategic Pricing. • Develop product demand forecasts, evaluate new product potential and manage new product development through the stage gate methodology. • Internalize our differentiated value propositions translating into strategies and tactics for the various parts of the organization (production, SOP, sales, logistics, etc.) • Develop and manage competitive product intelligence, product research, and participate in the development of Standards and Certifications • Coordinate with Marketing Communications to design digital media (website, microsite) and catalogs, brochures, etc. and manage the Integrated Marketing Plan Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship. If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com About the company
Gerdau is shaping a more collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable future. We offer a range of long steel and special steel products from our network of mills across the United States and Canada. We do this as one of the largest recyclers in North America and as one of the world's most environmentally responsible steel producers. Notice
Talentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at accessibility@talentify.io or 407-000-0000. Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility. An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. Bias-audit & data-use details: www.talentify.io/bias-audit-report . NYC applicants may request an alternative process or accommodation at aedt@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.
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