Belden Inc. Looking for ASSOCIATE PRODUCT LINE MANAGER at Syracuse, NY  Full Time

Belong. Believe. Be You. Belden.

Propel your career surrounded by a diverse team of innovative, goal-oriented individuals who are pursuing the next generation of connectivity solutions. At Belden, you’ll participate in work that will challenge you and position you to excel. You’ll collaborate with colleagues from around the world, gaining exposure to a broad base of expertise and perspectives.

Together, we’ll continue on a journey of innovation, creating a connected world and paving the way for automation. Join us and let’s build the future.

Job Summary:

PPC a Belden Brand is seeking an Associate Product Line Manager (PLM). This position will be responsible for profitable growth at the product line level or their assigned market segment. This position reports to the Senior PLM, Premise RF Solutions and is based out of Syracuse NY.

You will make a difference in the following ways:

• Develop quantifiable strategies for profitable growth at the product line level that supports the company’s overall goals and values. Participate in the strategy development process. Manage the product portfolio by charting product life cycle, adjusting the offering based on market requirements and competitive landscape.
• Lead the new product development process and take responsibility for quantifying market value and financial viability of proposed products. Apply project management tools as appropriate. Develop innovative methods and materials to train customers on products and PPC’s sales team on how to sell the associated value proposition.
• Establish, manage, and provide the information required for business operations such as forecasting, budgets, inventory requirements, product structure and hierarchies, and commercial policies and present those findings. Work with purchasing manager to develop and improve supplier relationships.
• Work closely with quality personnel to review product consistency and promote operating in a continuous improvement environment.

What you will bring

Education:

• Bachelors degree in engineering, marketing or field relevant to the primary functions of the role; Masters degree preferred

Experience:

• Two (2) or more years of B2B product/portfolio management experience.
• Overseeing and driving product development and new product launches.
• Distribution and direct selling model and experience in the overall commercial works of sales

Knowledge & Skills:

• Telecommunications
• Presenting to senior level company officials and line workers
• Use of SAP and statistical analysis software.

Let’s Write the Next 100 Years Together.
Join a global community striving to improve connectivity and security. The work we’re doing puts our people on the front lines of impacting lives and shaping the future. Propel your story of innovation by helping Belden write the next chapter in ours. Shape your future at Belden.

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These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.