Now Hiring - Product Manager in Placentia, CA

Company Profile

Arlon Graphics, LLC is a cast vinyl manufacturing company in the business of creating innovative material for visual expression. Founded in 1958, Arlon Graphics manufactures and markets high-quality pressure-sensitive materials for the fleet, architectural, digital imaging, and signage markets. Through more than 180 distribution partners across the globe, a growing number of strategically-positioned sales offices and warehouses, and customer-centric operations, Arlon is recognized as a global leader in graphic films. Join the Arlon Graphics conversation and follow us at @arlongraphics on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. For more information, visit [please apply online] Position Overview

The Product Manager is responsible for managing the performance of product portfolios and executing initiatives to continue the success of Arlon's global leadership in Graphic Films. Key responsibilities include creating new products, line extensions and product improvements following a stage gate process, product life cycle management, and competitive product/market analysis. Additional responsibilities include leading or supporting process improvement projects, product collateral, pricing and profitability, and product inquiries and requirements. The Product Manager will be comfortable working in a fast-paced, technical product manufacturing environment, and with cross-functional teams to develop, commercialize and manage products that deliver on the company's vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of product line strategy to support product line growth.
• Build knowledge base of product and applications for industry requirement.
• Conduct competitor products & services analysis to identify gaps, trends, customer needs and competitive landscape.
• Lead product direction by understanding Voice of Customers (VOC) to translate requirements into product acceptance criteria for development team.
• Develop, prioritize, and execute a 12-to-24-month product roadmap strategy that is aligned with business goals and customer needs.
• Track and analyze product performance metrics and customer feedback for continuous product iteration and enhancement.
• Lead communication and product support with sales and marketing to develop product positioning messaging and launch plans
• Lead product lifecycle management assessment and pricing recommendations for product portfolio.
• Liaison with internal stakeholders to drive product changes and/or improvements on key product lines.
• Communicate product vision, strategy and roadmap to leadership, cross functional teams, and customers.

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  Bachelor's degree in business, Chemistry, or relevant technical field of study.
• 5+ years of product management experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Proven track record in driving product roadmap to manage successful products from ideation to launch.
• Experience with new product development process methodology (i.e. stage gate process) to create new products that meet required specifications.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decision-making.
• Extremely well organized and effectively focused, with excellent tracking and follow-up skills.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, and Excel (analysis, pivot tables, vlookups).
• Strong communication skills in the English language (verbal, written, written, presentation, inter-personal)
• Is personally guided by, espouses, communicates, and works with, and through, values of Integrity, Excellence, Inspirational, Teamwork and Accountability (Arlon's Core Values). Demonstrates strong commitment to organizational goals and acts in the best interest of the company.
• Flexibility and availability to work as required by business needs (including, but not limited to, after regular business hours, during holidays, across multiple time zones).
• Valid travel documents and driver license
• Prior experience in a related industry such as commercial graphics, labels, digital printing, adhesives, films, inks, coatings, or prior experience in a manufacturing environment a plus.
• SAP experience a plus.

Pay Transparency:

The current pay range for this position is between $90,000-$120,000. Rate of pay will depend on factors such as market conditions and location, job-related knowledge and skills, education, training and experience. If hired, employment will be at will. The Company reserves the right to modify pay, as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program, at any time. EOE

EEO Statement

Arlon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable laws. (PM18)

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