Job Description

Job TitleHead of Planning

Department:Operations

ReportsTo:EVP of Operations

Classification:Exempt

Location:Remote

Travel:As needed 20%

As theplanning Directorforall GWSProducts, you willbe responsible formanaging the complete life cycle of GWS Tool Group's product portfolio. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, marketing, sales,and Plant plannersto ensure the successful development, launch, and management of standard products throughout their life cycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and execute product strategies aligned with the company's goals and market trends.

• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback analysis toidentifyopportunities for product enhancement and expansion.

• Collaborate with the engineering and manufacturing teams to define product requirements and specifications.

Product Development and Launch:

• Lead the product development process, from concept to launch, ensuringtimelyexecution and adherence to quality standards.

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure efficient product development, including design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing.

Product Life Cycle Management:

• Monitor and analyze the performance of standard products throughout their life cycle, including sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

• Develop and implement product improvement initiatives, such as cost reduction, quality enhancement, and feature upgrades.

• Identifyand address product-related issues and customer feedback through collaboration with relevant teams.

Pricing and Competitive Positioning:

• Conduct pricing analysis, considering market dynamics, cost structures, and competitive positioning.

• Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to develop pricing strategies that maximize profitability and market share.

• Monitor market trends and competitor activities toidentifypotential threats or opportunities.

Sales Support and Training:

• Provide sales teams with product knowledge, training, and collateral to effectively promote and sell standard products.

• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop product marketing materials, including product catalogs, brochures, and online content.

• Support sales efforts byparticipatingin customer meetings, trade shows, and industry events.

Qualifications:

• Degreein BusinessAdministration, ora relatedfield experience (4 years+).

• Proven experience in product management, preferably in the manufacturing or cutting tool industry.

• Strong understanding of product life cycle management principles and practices.

• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Analytical mindset with a focus on data-driven decision making.

• Strong communicationand interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving targets and driving continuous improvement.

Join GWS Tool Group as a Product Life Cycle Manager for Standard Products and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to deliveringcutting-edgesolutions to our customers. Apply yourexpertiseto shape the life cycle of our standard product line and drive the success of our business.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discriminationon the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.