About Us:CHAMPRO is a leading innovator in the team sports industry, dedicated to providing high-quality and cutting-edge equipment for athletes. We are committed to enhancing the performance and safety of players through development of innovative protective gear, field equipment and accessories. We are looking for an individual that will possess key characteristics to assist in shaping our product strategy and ensuring its successful execution.
Position:We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Product Manager to lead our growing baseball/softball inflatable, accessory, and field equipment lines. The ideal candidate will have a strong blend of industry knowledge, technical expertise, and business capability. Must Understand and develop the products, the marketing strategy and identify new product opportunities. Will take full responsibility for the P & L and all aspects of each product managed. This position also includes occasional international travel.
This role is considered a hybrid role working 3-days in office and 2-days remote Responsibilities:Develop and implement product and marketing strategies for new and existing products to align with company goalsMonitors and research's current trends in baseball and softball equipment to determine new product opportunitiesTake new products from conception to market within a set time frame and budgetKnowledge in prototyping, testing, and iteration processesUnderstand functional and regulatory product requirements and work with suppliers to achieve themAbility to work with dimensions, weight, and design features specific to different types of equipmentNegotiate costs and production schedules with overseas factories, along with, CAD and patent knowledgeForecast product sales and work with Inventory Analysts to plan inventory levelsEstablish pricing strategies and analyze profit marginsWork with graphic designers on the development of sales materials and packaging designCreate and maintain product documentation, including detailed product specification sheetsRequirements:2+ years of experience in product management / marketingAt least 1 year of experience in new product developmentRisk management and problem-solving skillsKnowledge of cost control and efficiency optimizationUnderstanding logistics, inventory management, and supplier relationsMust have an entrepreneurial mind-setDetail oriented with excellent organization and follow-throughExcellent written and verbal communicationPractical and quantitative analytical skillsThe ability to work on cross-functional teamsEducationBachelor's Degree - in industrial engineering, marketing or business administationCompany Culture:We are proud to offer eligible team members a full-range of benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability, 401K, Profit Sharing, paid time off, holidays, and reimbursement toward gym membership fees. A collaborative atmosphere working together to exceed our customers' expectations, as well as, an Equal Opportunity Employer bringing together diverse individuals to develop new and innovative solutions for team sports.
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