Director of Product Management, Refrigeration

1 week ago

Peachtree City, United States Hoshizaki America, Inc. Full time
Job Description

SUMMARY

Responsible for managing the entire refrigeration product portfolio as well as leading the strategic development of new products by partnering with multifunctional teams, using voice of customer and market research, and competitive analysis. Manages the lifecycle of all refrigeration products, whether developed in-house or through an OEM, from development through product launch ensuring execution is in line with portfolio health goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Responsible for the refrigeration product category strategy.
  • Leads, plans, and tracks all phases of the product life cycle, from inception through introduction into the marketplace and the entire lifecycle of the product.
  • Guides refrigeration product manager in the execution of the refrigeration strategy through management of the portfolio.
  • Conducts competitive analysis of products and models offered by other manufacturers. Determines the organization’s unique value proposition for each new product offering.
  • Evaluates new product ideas to determine their potential to address customer needs and to achieve goals in revenue growth and market share (business case).
  • Analyzes the feasibility of design ideas, based on factors such as appearance, safety, function, serviceability, budget, production costs/methods and market characteristics.
  • Establishes product specifications, and coordinates with various functions, including engineering, manufacturing, marketing and sales, to ensure successful product development and implementation.
  • Participates in analytical, experimental, investigative and other fact-finding work in support of product development.
  • Responsible for maintaining knowledge of new trends and products in the appropriate markets.
  • May conduct focus-group research and use market research data to support sales teams and address customer issues and field quality concerns.
  • Conducts market analysis/research within generally recognized “foodservice” avenues to generate new product ideas and new business (i.e. distributors, distribution center account managers, dealers and chain account end users).
  • Conducts market analysis/research outside generally recognized “foodservice” avenues to generate new product ideas and new business (i.e. convenience stores, supermarkets, health care).
  • Works with Marketing & Training to provide complete comprehensive customer information for marketing materials such as sales equipment brochure sheets/specifications and price lists.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, engineering or related field and a minimum of six years of product management experience. Management and previous experience in the foodservice equipment industry managing the product development lifecycle is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

  • Demonstrated track record of managing product development projects to completion
  • Experience leading/facilitating a cross-functional team
  • Capable of taking on and delivering project deliverables with limited guidance from senior management
  • Ability to anticipate problems and issues, and effectively resolve them
  • Understand the impact of new projects on other areas and can evaluative availability of resources
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical and presentation skills

PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS

Non-Manufacturing:

  • Typically work is in an office environment where the noise level is low to moderate
  • Requires standing and/or sitting for prolonged periods of time
  • Ability to lift boxes/materials weighing up to 10 lbs.
  • Requires telephone work and/or computer work, as well as interactions with other employees and customers
  • Ability to read, write, listen, and communicate effectively

  • Service Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Kansas City, United States Preston Refrigeration Full time

    Location: Various facilities across the United StatesSummary: The Service Technician position is responsible for traveling to various customer facilities across the United States to perform highly diversified duties to install, repair, maintain & test facility equipment according to safety, predictive & productive systems.Responsibilities: This position...

  • Product Demonstrator

    2 weeks ago

    Lake City, Florida, United States Product Connections Full time

    Job Posting:OverviewSupplemental Income – Paid WeeklyPart Time - Flexible ScheduleFun Work EnvironmentCareer Growth AvailableEquipment Reimbursement Per EventPaid Training and DevelopmentThis position is responsible for serving food or alcohol samples for retailers inside of the physical store.You must be able to work independently to build relationships...

  • Supervisor Installation Refrigeration

    1 month ago

    Salt Lake City, United States Triangle Refrigeration Company Full time

    Overview With over 150 years of experience, CoolSys is the market-leading indoor environment solutions company. Our full spectrum of best-in-class services includes HVAC & refrigeration installations, remodels, service & maintenance; and energy solutions, including controls and lighting. CoolSys serves customers in the retail, commercial, food service,...

  • Supervisor Installation Refrigeration

    4 weeks ago

    Salt Lake City, United States Triangle Refrigeration Company Full time

    Overview With over 150 years of experience, CoolSys is the market-leading indoor environment solutions company. Our full spectrum of best-in-class services includes HVAC & refrigeration installations, remodels, service & maintenance; and energy solutions, including controls and lighting. CoolSys serves customers in the retail, commercial, food service,...

  • Construction Site Superintendent

    4 weeks ago

    Kansas City, United States Preston Refrigeration Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSummary:The Superintendent position manages Preston Refrigeration's ongoing projects onsite and oversees employees to ensure that all project requirements, deadlines and schedules are being met.Responsibilities: Maintain a daily job site log and hold project safety meetings.Attend daily General Contractor planning...

  • Senior Product Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    Peachtree City, United States Hoshizaki America Full time

    Job DescriptionLaunch Your Career at Hoshizaki America: Quality, Innovation, and You Are you looking for a rewarding career with a company that values its employees? Hoshizaki America is a global leader and innovator in the commercial food service industry, and we're seeking talented individuals to join our team. We're passionate about providing our...

  • Maintenance & Refrigeration Manager

    1 month ago

    Oklahoma City, United States Bachoco USA Full time

    Bachoco USA is seeking a Maintenance and Refrigeration Manager for our Oklahoma City, OK location.Summary: The Maintenance Manager oversees the work done by maintenance and refrigeration supervisors and their crewmembers. The manager also looks for improvements inside the department and improvements of the equipment or facility to improve production...

  • Maintenance & Refrigeration Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Oklahoma City, United States Bachoco USA Full time

    Bachoco USA is seeking a Maintenance and Refrigeration Manager for our Oklahoma City, OK location.Summary: The Maintenance Manager oversees the work done by maintenance and refrigeration supervisors and their crewmembers. The manager also looks for improvements inside the department and improvements of the equipment or facility to improve production...

  • Maintenance & Refrigeration Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Oklahoma City, United States Bachoco USA Full time

    Bachoco USA is seeking a Maintenance and Refrigeration Manager for our Oklahoma City, OK location.Summary: The Maintenance Manager oversees the work done by maintenance and refrigeration supervisors and their crewmembers. The manager also looks for improvements inside the department and improvements of the equipment or facility to improve production...

  • Health Service Director

    1 month ago

    Peachtree City, United States Frontier Management LLC Full time

    Are you looking for a new best friend, card-game companion, or gardening guru? Then consider working with one of our light, bright, and beautiful Assisted Living and Memory Care communities - where our residents are #1 and our team members shine! Health Services Director - Assisted Living Frontier Senior Living is now seeking an outstanding Health Services...

  • Health Service Director

    4 weeks ago

    Peachtree City, United States Frontier Management LLC Full time

    Are you looking for a new best friend, card-game companion, or gardening guru? Then consider working with one of our light, bright, and beautiful Assisted Living and Memory Care communities - where our residents are #1 and our team members shine! Health Services Director - Assisted Living Frontier Senior Living is now seeking an outstanding Health Services...

  • Refrigeration Tech

    1 month ago

    Oklahoma City, United States Paramount Professional Staffing Full time $24 - $29

    Job description:Paramount Professional Staffing is seeking an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician for a large essential manufacturing facility. This position is for  3rd shift (11:30pm - 7:00am).As an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician, you will ensure operation, testing and monitoring of industrial refrigeration machinery by performing preventative and...

  • Refrigeration Tech

    4 weeks ago

    Oklahoma City, United States Paramount Professional Staffing Full time $24 - $29

    Job description:Paramount Professional Staffing is seeking an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician for a large essential manufacturing facility. This position is for  3rd shift (11:30pm - 7:00am).As an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician, you will ensure operation, testing and monitoring of industrial refrigeration machinery by performing preventative and...

  • Health Services Director Assisted Living

    1 month ago

    Peachtree City, United States Frontier Management LLC Full time

    Are you looking for a new best friend, card-game companion, or gardening guru? Then consider working with one of our light, bright, and beautiful Assisted Living and Memory Care communities - where our residents are #1 and our team members shine! Health Services Director - Assisted Living Frontier Senior Living is now seeking an outstanding Health Services...

  • Health Services Director Assisted Living

    4 weeks ago

    Peachtree City, United States Frontier Management LLC Full time

    Are you looking for a new best friend, card-game companion, or gardening guru? Then consider working with one of our light, bright, and beautiful Assisted Living and Memory Care communities - where our residents are #1 and our team members shine! Health Services Director - Assisted Living Frontier Senior Living is now seeking an outstanding Health Services...

  • Refrigeration Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Kansas City, United States CCG Business Solutions, LLC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany DescriptionCCG Talent Management is not only a business solutions company but a company that believes success starts with the individual. CCG Business Solutions has been consulting and providing talent placement services since 2007. Our team understands the principles of connecting purpose to business. We are currently...

  • Facility Maintenance Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Chesapeake City, United States BJ's Wholesale Club Full time

    Job DescriptionJoin our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJ’s Wholesale Club offers a collaborative and inclusive environment where all team members can learn, grow and be their authentic selves. Together, we’re committed to providing...

  • Product Manager, Milling Machines

    4 weeks ago

    Peachtree City, United States SANY AMERICA INC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThe Opportunity As part of the America’s team, SANY is looking to recruit a driven, forward-thinking and highly-motivated Product Manager, Milling Machines. With the deep investment and backing of SANY Group, the Americas business expects to grow significantly in the coming years. Critical to this growth is the appointment of...

  • Product Manager, Milling Machines

    1 month ago

    Peachtree City, United States SANY AMERICA INC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThe Opportunity As part of the America’s team, SANY is looking to recruit a driven, forward-thinking and highly-motivated Product Manager, Milling Machines. With the deep investment and backing of SANY Group, the Americas business expects to grow significantly in the coming years. Critical to this growth is the appointment of...

  • Refrigeration Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Arkansas City, United States Creekstone Farms Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJOB SUMMARY The refrigeration technician is responsible for maintaining plant equipment to supply maximum available uptime for production, quality, and yields, while ensure the safest work environment possible. The refrigeration technician is responsible for the ammonia/refrigeration systems, boilers and water for the facility....