Product Manager - Milling

Your tasks ###

• Manage all aspects of MIKRON MILL product lines and related PC software packages.
• Support new product launches and provide launch plans, generate product pricing (SAP to Cost sheet to Quote manager) and technical communication bulletins as required.
• Develop and generate product package promotions and train the network accordingly. Work closely with the UM NA marketing for Brand marketing activities
• Be the key liaison to CH MIKRON MILL Brand product management and R+D, to review evolution needs (NPR process) and take active part of the specification and follow up of new product / options in development. Regular travel to CH as needed
• Liaison with other GFMS North America Product Managers (EDM, Laser) and other department on customer issues.
• Support Sales Management efforts with product line; produce sales programs and incentives; travel with sales, service and application personnel as needed, prepare and be part of open houses and trade shows
• Host and organize customer visits and meetings; develop and communicate presentations to customers adapted to the North America region
• Review and correct Brand sales documents.
• Provide technical support and product training to Sales Managers and Distributors, using Showpad / Showell, Webtraining and other materials. Partner with application team for new demos
• Gather competitor information, conduct market analysis, and maintain current database of competition.
• Promote product line through the coordination of trade shows; assist in the setup and take down of shows.
• Complete additional responsibilities as assigned by UMNA management or the President.
• Maintain Great Plains system with updated information on product costing and product target margin
• Maintain Teamnet tool for dealers
• Generate and maintain AutoQuotes.

Your profile ###

• Bachelor-s degree from a four-year college or university; and three to five years related experience and/or training; preferably in a manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience and knowledge of EDM / Milling products. Prior sales or product management experience would be helpful.
• Knowledge and experience with Great Plains, Espirit, PESPS software; Microsoft Office Systems, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

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