About the role
Are you a dynamic and enthusiastic Category/Product Manager with a wealth of experience? We're looking for a Full-Time Product Manager to join our Product team and help support our expanding categories.
This role is based at our head office in Kemps Creek and will report to the Head of Product and Marketing. The ideal candidate will be eager to grow and possess prior experience as a Category/Product Manager.
Remuneration and Benefits:
Great Salary Package
Yearly Bonus
Employee Product Discounts
Employee Engagement Events
Learning & Development with the Briggs and Stratton Global University
Hybrid Working Conditions (3 days office/2 days WFH)
Free Onsite Gym
Free Onsite Parking
Flexible Work Arrangements
Key Position Requirements are:
Executes and manages product line strategy, as well as the justification and prioritization of new product development initiatives for assigned products
Manages product development programs within the New Product Development (NPD) Process
Collaborates to develop yearly product plans and update technology roadmaps for innovation planning 1-3+ years out
Coordinates with marketing to define the Voice of Customer (VoC) and go-to-market strategy for new products or product changes
Develops retailer presentations, using market insights and competitor intelligence to influence buyers to range and distribute B&S products
Provides product knowledge for sales calls, sales literature/documentation and trade shows
Develops and delivers product and business strategy presentations to customers and the trade
Maintains and reports out on product line metrics
Lead and participates in cost reduction and profit improvement efforts
May perform full range of managerial responsibilities which may include but not be limited to: interviewing, hiring, coaching and developing employees; planning, assigning and directing work; EEO/AA; performance management; department budget
Performs other duties as assigned
About the company
Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world's largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and garden, turf care and job site products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Simplicity®, Snapper®, Billy Goat®, Allmand®, SimpliPhi®, Branco® and Victa® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.