• Product Manager I

    Universal Instruments Corporation (Conklin, NY)


    Product Manager I

     

    Universal Instruments is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced automation assembly equipment. Our solutions are used to build some of today's high-tech gadgets, and to create the most advanced technologies in the fast-moving electronics industry. From cell phones and tablets to infrastructure, industrial, automotive, military and medical products, our innovative solutions play an integral role in driving the future of technology!

    Summary:

    This role seeks to own a product line and work with Business Development teams, as well as own data integrity, internal and external marketing documentation, and systems management of Universal products.

    Principal Accountabilities:

    + Own product line, keeping current equipment specifications, performance requirements, competitive analysis, target costs and target selling price for new products, features, and enhancements.

    + Conducts Return on Investment (ROI) analysis within Business Cases.

    + Creates marketing tools and presentations for use by the business development team and sales force.

    + Develops and leads seminars and information sessions to keep internal and external customers apprised of new product developments and/or enhancements.

    + Sets and justifies appropriate book price and monitors gross margin contributions for assigned products.

    + Handles request for quotes (RFQs) on special customer requests.

    + Inputs data into ERP system relevant to new products and relevant updates.

    + Works with our customer order center to ensure the accuracy and integrity of customer orders, especially where special prices, terms or specifications are requested.

    + Represents marketing viewpoint in establishing internal engineering/manufacturing product priorities.

    Minimum Requirements:

    + Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field of study, with 0-2 years of relevant Product Management experience.

    + In lieu of degree, commensurate experience will be considered.

    + SAP experience is a plus.

    + Notable data management skills are a must.

    + Requires the ability to communicate clearly in giving presentations.

    + Position requires the ability to understand and interpret detailed documents and drawings.

    Responsibility for Quality Procedures or Direct Product Quality:

    + Adheres to Universal Quality System policies and procedures and uses Total Cycle Time principles and standard problem solving tools to continuously improve work processes.

    Physical Demands:

    + May have to remain stationary for extended periods.

    + Needs to be mobile enough to navigate through work areas.

     

    Universal Instruments is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.

     

    Target Annual Base Pay: $70,000 – $80,000 + Robust Benefits