Junior Product Management Specialist

1 week ago


Irving, Texas, United States EF Johnson Technologies Inc. Full time
Job Overview

JUNIOR PRODUCT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - SOFTWARE

POSITION SUMMARY

DEPARTMENT: Product Management REPORTS TO: Product Manager II FLSA: Exempt

PRIMARY ROLE: The Junior Product Management Specialist - Software will engage in daily technical product management functions to assist both internal and external stakeholders with EFJohnson software product initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Acquire in-depth knowledge of our sophisticated integrated radio and repeater telecommunications solutions and resolve software-related challenges.
  • Support the creation of innovative software products and functionalities.
  • Act as a technical operations analyst to collect and evaluate various software product and feature requirements for engineering teams.
  • Draft product specifications for EFJohnson's advanced telecommunications offerings.
  • Develop prototypes for new products and features, establish testing protocols, and collaborate with clients to gather feedback on initial offerings.
  • Create a compliance matrix that outlines the technical compatibility between hardware, software, and accessories.
  • Oversee requirement gathering in Jira and collaborate with the engineering team to ensure timely delivery of requirements.
  • Coordinate beta testing of new products and features with clients, collecting feedback on software functionalities to inform product development.
  • Work alongside the IT team to manage the product catalog and facilitate product setup in configuration management for streamlined ordering.
  • Serve as the primary contact for all internal product management technical and support inquiries.
  • Identify internal technical and operational support needs from various departments and align them with market/customer demands.
  • Act as the product advocate for the sales channel, inside sales, and field service teams, providing insights on product offerings, ordering processes, and technical features.
  • Contribute to the generation of marketing materials by supplying the necessary technical content and soliciting feedback from sales, customers, and internal operations to enhance product success.
  • Assist with RFP responses, focusing on technical requirements, product availability, pricing evaluations, and identifying commitment liabilities.
  • Support strategic sourcing of products from both new and existing suppliers, discussing technical specifications to ensure compliance with requirements.
  • Conduct analyses for the product and executive teams regarding product sales, margins, and other key performance metrics.
  • Adhere to the established Approval Matrix.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
  • A Master's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or Business is preferred.
  • 1-3 years of experience in Engineering/Product Management or a related field.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • A collaborative mindset, teamwork orientation, and a drive for excellence are essential for this role.
  • Ability to grasp technical details quickly and develop comprehensive product knowledge.
  • Comfortable navigating complex technical aspects of products.
  • Capable of collaborating with engineering teams to create software prototypes and demonstrate product functionalities to clients.
  • Proficient in working with various internal and external stakeholders, including vendors and customers.
  • Adept at managing multiple projects in a dynamic environment and adjusting to changing priorities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience in software development in any programming language is advantageous.
  • Familiarity with web development and database technologies such as SQL, Python, and UX/UI is highly desirable.
  • Experience using Jira for requirement management.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas, analyses, and findings effectively.
  • Knowledge of two-way radios and systems is a plus.
  • Competence in wireless systems technology, project management, and business analysis is advantageous.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Up to 15% travel may be required.

Please note that this job description is not intended to cover all activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

ACTIVITIES:

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Strength

Moves/transports, installs, removes, positions, transfers

X

Climbing or ascending/descending

X

Walking/running, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling

X

Reaching, handling, fingering, and/or feeling

X

Talking and/or hearing

X

Seeing

X

Other demands

X

Exposures

RF devices, chemicals, solvents

X

Environmental Conditions

Noise, vibration, atmospheric conditions, oils

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