Product Manager, Showering Fixtures

Product Manager, Showering Fixtures

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite - Kohler, WI

Opportunity

Kohler Co. is looking for a Product Manager with exceptional critical thinking skills and a passion for innovation to lead the Showering fixtures category. You will be joining a strong global brand committed to living on the leading edge in design and technology of product and process.

The Product Manager will be responsible for the product line vision and long-term objectives, new product development deliverables, and product lifecycles for the assigned categories. The Product Manager owns the product strategy, conducts market and consumer insights analysis, identifies user needs, and creates a roadmap for the products. The Product Manager leads and works with cross-functional teams to develop and launch the products and monitor their performance.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop & own the product attribute framework, innovation roadmaps and strategies to deliver the long-term business objectives.
• Own the P&L’s and long-term financial deliverables for the shower wall, accessory and receptor categories in all North American channels.
• Act as the internal and external focal point for the resolution of product issues (quality, cost, warranty, performance).
• Plan and initiate new product development efforts to grow sales and profits.
• Proactively manage the portfolio of products including product lifecycle management.
• Write and submit appropriate documentation to initiate new product efforts.
• Provide voice of customer input throughout the new product development process.
• Support category partners in key customer presentations, line reviews, and training.
• Interact globally with various cross functional teams and departments to collaborate and deliver objectives on schedule.
• Owns/leads 5-year roadmaps and new product schedules.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, communication, and accountability within the team.

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any field. MBA preferred.
• 5 years product management experience with strong analytical and presentation skills
• Track record of owning and successfully driving strategies, completing projects and meeting
• objectives 

TRAVEL

•  Approximately 25%

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Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us
It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com.  Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.