Mayzon is recruiting a Product Manager. Mayzon is a well-established company with offices in New York City, Montreal and New Castle, Delaware. This position is based out of the New Castle, Delaware office within easy commuting distance of Philadelphia and southern New Jersey. This position will work a hybrid schedule and will be expected to be in the office at least 3 days per week.
Mayzon is a leading supplier of bathroom and household products such as shower curtains and rods, slipcovers, medicine cabinets and more. Our products are offered in most major retail stores in the United States and Canada.
Description
This position will be responsible for managing the Shower and Window Rods category so experience with durable consumer goods is a plus.
Within a cross functional team environment, the Product Manager will be responsible for executing both short- and long-term strategic category initiatives. He or she will develop, analyze, and execute tactical product line plans through gathering market data and managing product development from conception to completion.
Essential Job Functions
Implements and executes product development strategies from concept through to execution
Communicates and leads category projects within a cross-functional team including Design, Sourcing, Marketing Services and Sales
Assists in the strategic business review process and creates product line plans in support of the top line strategy of the product category
Researches, analyzes and delivers competitive product analysis and consumer trend insights both formally and informally through field/store visits, online research and review of trade journals; utilizes data gathered to formulate plans for growth and expansion at both the sku and category level
Responsible for management of the product portfolio on a sku and category level to ensure profitability and sku rationalization including the assortment/product mix and refresh/replacement/drop strategies
Develops a deep understanding of customer specific nuances and requirements, including but not limited to: packaging, materials specifications, testing and retail targets
Efficiently interfaces with internal systems and team members in support of the execution of projects and product launches
Desired Skills, Abilities, and Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree required; concentration in marketing and business preferred and 3+ years of product management experience in consumer products
5+ years of experience in consumer products may be considered in lieu of bachelor's degree.
Able to effectively communicate both written and orally
Excellent time management and organizational skills are a must
Detail oriented; able to deliver impactful and accurate presentations
Must be able to work efficiently and effectively to ensure that deadlines are met with accuracy
Positive attitude with ability to creatively problem solve and quickly tackle internal and external obstacles
Strong analytical and financial skills; must have the ability to effectively evaluate information from both a micro and macro perspective
Solid business acumen
Proficient in the MS Office Suite
Familiarity with retail processes and structures (multiple channel tiers)