Generac

Associate Product Manager

LocationWaukesha, WI
Job Typefull_time

About This Job

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

A career at Generac means stepping into a company that leads technological advances. For more than five decades, Generac has designed and manufactured diesel, natural gas, and bi-fuel generators, but we’ve evolved into so much more. As we continue to grow in both size and technological advances, we consistently push past norms to pave a way towards the future. We are not simply satisfied with what is working now. Instead, we challenge ourselves to revolutionize and optimize the industry while bringing out the best in our people.

The Associate Product Manager - Stationary Diesel Generators is responsible for supporting the development and tactical implementation of product strategy for assigned business group product portfolio. This Industrial Energy Product Management Team role supports operating plans and results for their portfolio. The Associate Product Manager works closely with product managers, engineers, channel managers, project managers, product managers and other groups to develop and launch new products, support the sales process, and grow Generac's market position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering or equivalent experience
2+ years of progressive work experience in Marketing, Product Management or Engineering
Ability to work in an agile environment
Able to travel up to 25% of the time


Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in a technically-driven environment in the manufacturing sector


Essential Duties: 40%

Drive new product development teams to cost, schedule and performance metrics
Maintain financial analysis by product category and channel for assigned products
Gathers and maintains category foundational research. This includes industry- and consumer-focused research (e.g., industry outlet share, market share, and retail sales by price tier, competitive product profiles, consumer “pain points” and usage/attitude research)
Synthesizes data into facts and trends that validate company direction on product development
Support product management tasks by gathering customer feedback, assisting with research, and executing specific deliverables to ensure product success.


30%

Assist in the creation of the product roadmap for the assigned categories with overall accountability for a specific product line within that category.
Assist the Director of Product Management with the definition and execution of product strategy for assigned product lines.
Interact cross-functionally with Marketing, IT, Engineering, and Sales to execute the product strategy and roadmap based on a three-year plan.


20%

Assist with new product development activities including coordinating specification information, product uploads, and training
Assist with the successful launch of new products
Assist with the lifecycle management of the product line
Create and maintain spec sheets for assigned products
Understand product quality metrics and communicate any quality issues to leadership.
Respond to product and portfolio questions from internal and external customers in support of the product line.

Other Duties as assigned and the following:

Maintain financial analysis by product category and channel for assigned products
In conjunction with Marketing, support development of promotional collateral including brochures, websites and white papers
Other duties as assigned


Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to understand and communicate technical product details to technical and non-technical stakeholders in a business environment
Effective organizational and prioritization skills with a high level of detail orientation
Ability to act proactively and identify innovative solutions with a passion for product
Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment
Demonstrated basic business and financial acumen
Demonstrated capability to gather and utilize market analysis to understand the competitive landscape and drive product development decisions
Problem solving, research, and analytical skills.


Great Reasons to work for Generac:

Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
Free onsite gym open Monday through Saturday for Generac employees
We offer product loan (for up to 4 days) and discount programs
Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits, many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line, while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back. The company proudly offers a Volunteer Time Off program, inviting team members to participate in charitable volunteer opportunities on company time.
We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
We’re an inclusive company that celebrates differences and keeps equity and respect at the forefront.

Physical Demands

: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

Trending Jobs

company-logo

Assistant General Manager, Navy Yard Electric Utility

Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$108000 - $108000
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
17 days ago
company-logo

Electrical Engineer

Dudley Staffing
Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$55 - $75
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
3 months ago
company-logo

Accounts Payable Clerk

Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$65000 - $65000
Dallas, Texas
18 days ago
DM

Apprentice Lineman

Delta Montrose Electric Association
Job TypeFull-time
 
Montrose, CO
22 days ago
company-logo

Division Order Analyst

Job TypeFull-time
 
Dallas, Texas
8 days ago
company-logo

contract landman

HPS Oil & Gas Properties
Job TypeFull-time
 
Lafayette, Louisiana
3 months ago
company-logo

Oil and Gas Land and Title Analyst - SAM Associate II

Bank of America
Job TypeFull-time
 
Dallas, Texas
about 1 month ago
company-logo

Attorney

Toeppich & Associates
Job TypeFull-time
 
Houston, Texas
about 1 year ago
company-logo

Apprentice Lineman I

San Patricio Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Job TypeFull-time
 
Sinton, TX
about 1 month ago
HM

Lineworker Apprentice I

Henderson Municipal Power & Light
Job TypeFull-time
 
Henderson, KY
26 days ago
company-logo

Associate Attorney

Buffalo Biodiesel Inc.
Job TypeFull-time
 
Buffalo, NY
29 days ago
company-logo

Senior Landman

Greenlake Energy
Job TypeFull-time
 
Austin, Texas
about 1 month ago
company-logo

Foundry Professionals

Penticton Foundry
Job TypeFull-time
 
British Columbia, Canada
10 days ago
company-logo

Apprentice Lineman

Southern Pine Electric
Job TypeFull-time
 
Brandon, MS
23 days ago
company-logo

Electrical Designer

Dudley Staffing
Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$45 - $60
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
3 months ago
company-logo

Contracts Administrator

Third Coast
Job TypeFull-time
Salary
$70000 - $85000
Houston, Texas
22 days ago
company-logo

Residential Helper

Waste Pro
 
Columbus, MS
26 days ago
company-logo

Deckhand

Ballard Marine Construction
Job TypeFull-time
 
Bradenton, FL
12 days ago
company-logo

Operator Assistant Trainee - Frac Acid

Halliburton
Job TypeFull-time
 
Zanesville, OH
26 days ago
company-logo

Floorhand 2

Key Energy Services
Job TypeFull-time
 
Midland, TX
26 days ago