Product Manager Job at Epson America Inc. in Los Alamitos

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Epson, a $10B global leader in high-quality consumer electronics, imaging, and point of sale printing devices, is seeking an exceptional Product Manager to join our team. You will be responsible for contributing to strategic direction and providing input into product and market development strategy and marketing plan strategies for assigned product(s), leading the development, planning, positioning, and launching activities, through to end of product life, for unique or complex Epson product(s), and forecasting and procuring products to meet inventory and business plan and financial goals. Join a high-energy team with a strong manager coach that will support you to flourish and succeed! This position will be based out of our Los Alamitos, CA office with the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule. At Epson, our hybrid schedule is only 6 days per month. Principal Accountabilities In addition to the following Epson's policies and procedures, principle accountabilities include, but are not limited to: Contribute to strategic direction and provides input into product and market development and marketing plan strategies Develops new business development ideas and provides recommendations and business case proposal Product Development Provides input into the development of product road maps for assigned product(s) Coordinates and more independently manages relationship with SEC to monitor product development process and makes recommendations for meeting market needs and negotiate tradeoffs Conducts and analyzes market information and makes strategic recommendations and, in some cases, decisions (ie., pricing, positioning) Product Management Responsible for achieving revenue and gross profit and inventory targets for assigned products Establishes and oversees structured processes for a complete product launch for assigned product(s) Oversees relationships with Marketing Communications, Documentation, Service/Support, Logistics, SEC, Inventory Planning, and other groups to manage the product throughout its lifecycle Makes and substantiates recommendations regarding positioning and pricing of assigned product(s) Identifies opportunities and provides direction to Marcom and Advertising related to execution of key advertising and promotions tactics for assigned product(s) Oversees end of product lifecycle and transition to minimize inventory and ensure launch time frames are met Serves as internal and external PR spokesperson and product champion for assigned product(s) Supports the company at events, including sales meetings and trade shows Supports the sales team in customer visits and presentations Oversees or conducts competitive analysis and benchmarking and makes recommendations and, in some cases, decisions Initiates and maintains relationships with industry trade groups, analysts, and publications Relationship Management Responsible for hiring, motivating, evaluating, developing group/department personnel Provides coaching and mentoring to team members Advises management and provides recommendations on personnel and problem issues ( that require escalation) Builds strong relationships with peers and Senior Managers to best meet company goals and objectives Manages and leverages relationships with vendors for a specific product/service (best price, best product, etc) Maintains professional relationships with peers in other corporations and outside organizations Department Management Operates within budgetary constraints, participates in the development of annual budget forecasts; participates in updating and reconciling operating and budget plans as required Develops and maintains written departmental standards and procedures Directly contributes to development of tactical and annual operating plans, defining goals and objectives for the group Desired Skills and Experience • 10+ years of Product Management or related business experience in the MPS market • Strong market analysis, project management, marketing communications and strategic planning skills • Demonstrated proficiency in solving complex problems while balancing multiple objectives • Ability to sell ideas through cohesive and creative presentations • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to persuade across organizational lines inside and outside the company The starting annual base pay for this role is between USD $97,314 and $178,102. Please note that this position’s salary range may include multiple levels. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Epson America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #LI-Hybrid Job Segment: Product Manager, Communications, Marketing Communications, Marketing Manager, Marketing, Operations #J-18808-Ljbffr