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Emerson Product Manager in Marshalltown, Iowa
We are an equal opportunity employer looking for a leader to be responsible for controlling valve product lifecycle from concept to obsolescence, that develops and implements product management and marketing strategies to achieve sales, profitability, and customer service goals!
This role will be based in our Marshalltown, Iowa location. In this role, you will work globally with customers, sales, world area marketing, and engineering team members to manage the lifecycle of the current products, define, develop and launch new products, product modifications, and buyout strategies to increase market share and expand into new markets.
In addition, you will be responsible for the driving and analyzing market trends, market research, competitive updates, technical differentiation and driving business opportunities for the product portfolio. As the global leader, you will bring forward and champion these opportunities from the World Area into the Business Units. Other responsibilities will include detailed understanding and management of the Financial and business performance on Gross Profit, Average Unit Price Mix, Price and Unit volumes for the product portfolio.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
New Product Development
Share the product vision and market application with engineering team
Develop, clarify and maintain product requirements
Develop, clarify and maintain product specific user interface requirements
Develop Appropriations Requests
Maintain deliverables for the gated new product development process
Run the Product Backlog items as the Product Marketing Owner
Communicate development progress to management
Participate in various exciting marketing activities such as product launches and trade shows
Promoting the product portfolio and defining marketing plans and activities
Lead field trial programs
Own and manage RTQ’s for unreleased products
Product Literature
Develop user documentation and marketing material
Serve as subject matter expert to solve issues and provide product training
Train and mentor Sales and Service personnel (product and market segment focus)
Train Education Services personnel and support coursework development
Provide Technical assistance to global sales and marketing teams
Who You Are:
Has a track record of exceeding goals optimally. Pushes self and helps others achieve results. Encourages the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions.
For This Role, You Will Need:
Bachelor of Science in Engineering and a minimum of 2 years’ experience, 6+ years’ industry related technical experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.
Engineering background or related experience needed to investigate and develop customer application/product needs, conduct competitive analysis, develop product specifications and general product improvements consistent with market needs.
Experience in process engineering, sales, or marketing.
Understand process control or similar business, have a good knowledge of marketplace, competitive product customers, and applications.
Solid understanding of commercial and technical applications of control valve or similar products.
Ability to effectively communicate with technical experts and non-technical sales people.
Ability to develop strong global relationships.
Strong communication skills to create a clear vision, customer value proposition, and sales intermediary value proposition.
Strong organization skills.
Ability to maintain a keen attention to detail, multitask and work well under pressure.
Legal authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this position.
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
MBA
Experience with FIELDVUE Instruments, ValveLink, Diagnostic background for Fisher Instruments
Software Coding experience
Controls System knowledge
Our Offer To You:
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you should have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage. Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
At Emerson, we are committed to encouraging a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their outstanding experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment gives to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that encourage innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.
The philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/perspectives/culture-and-values) and about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/careers/diversity-and-inclusion) .
Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.
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WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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ABOUT EMERSON
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
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Requisition ID : 24005869
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.