Product Manager | Weldonit

Become an intricate part of the Thyssenkrupp Materials NA organization as our newest Product Manager – learn about the dynamics, science, and relationships for our NA SS products across Sales, Purchasing and Quality.

The remote Product Manager – Stainless Steel will report to our Product Director and help drive supply chain solutions with customers, using extensive product and supply base knowledge in responsible products to maximize profitability and sales positioning in the market.

Key Accountabilities

Develop and maintain deep product expertise

Function as internal product expert for both purchasing and sales activities.

Provide product training/education to sales and purchasing teams

In conjunction with Outside Sales, contact new and existing customers

Emphasize product features based on analyses of customers’ needs and technical knowledge of product

Educate customers in making product selections based on their needs, specifications, and applicable regulations.

Work with sales districts to develop Sales/Marketing Plan

Support the development and evaluation of the organization’s sales force (field and inside sales) to achieve established sales and profit goals.

Establish and maintain positive relationships with external firms

Responsible for quoting and supporting sales contracts.

Have a deep understanding of the supply markets, including contact and general costing information.

Establish supplier relationships at all levels, including senior management.

Support buyers and purchasing managers

Create goals for inventory objectives in their products

Support purchasing as a backup to replenish inventory. (SAP users only)

Review and process Return Purchase Orders, Credits and Debits

Prepare supplier reviews

Meet tkMNA Employee Attributes/Competencies

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Minimum Requirements

Extensive sales/business development experience, product knowledge and expertise.

Extensive metals industry knowledge – prefer steel.

BA/BS required in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Business related field; Continuing professional development.

Minimum 5 years’ experience in sales, product management and management roles.

Willing to travel 50% or greater.

Must be near a major airport.

Located within the Metro Detroit area or willing to relocate within the NE or Midwestern – we are OPEN TO RELO!.

Preferred Requirements

10 years of sales or purchasing experience

Stainless Steel Experience

MBA

SAP experience (SAP Business Units only)

Additional details and full description available during interview sessions.

Benefits
Very competitive Salary + Bonus Incentives + 401K 100$ Match + Vacation + Benefits + MUCH MORE!!!!!!

Must be eligible to work in the USA to be considered for this role

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