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Product Manager

Arkema Mulberry, FL

Mulberry, FL

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Full time Manager Product Development Product Management

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Job Description

Product Manager at Arkema in Mulberry, FL, focused on product strategy, portfolio management, and Stage Gate coordination for Crop Nutrition and Industrial Minerals.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage a regional product portfolio aligned with global strategy and growth objectives
Perform routine product lifecycle analysis and portfolio reviews to decide what to promote, rationalize, or develop next
Standardize the portfolio regionally where possible, leveraging regional and global manufacturing footprint to optimize supply chain and sourcing
Refine service level requirements by product (with input from sales and marketing) for implementation by supply chain
Approve creation of new raw materials, products, and packaging, and ensure product master data accuracy
Support corporate CSR efforts, including product development and mitigation initiatives tied to CSR objectives
Own the NBD process for Crop Nutrition and Industrial Minerals, including determining which initiatives use Stage Gate vs. non-gated execution
Develop and manage the Stage Gate calendar
Ensure project teams understand and apply the stage gate tool appropriately
Facilitate and attend gate meetings
Ensure project teams use appropriate project management practices for both gated and non-gated development initiatives
Align support functions with project priorities for gated and non-gated projects
Establish and enforce minimum thresholds for volume, revenue, and margin with business management to support alignment and profitability
Coordinate timely preparation and distribution of gate packages with project teams
Develop and maintain product cost benchmarking baselines and analyses across North American Arkema-ArrMaz sites and competitors globally, in collaboration with regional counterparts
Propose and implement cost optimization projects, including qualification of new raw materials and suppliers, make vs. buy decisions, and technology and process improvements
Liaise with functions as needed to execute plans, including DAMPE, R&D, Operations, and Supply Chain
Own disposition decisions for non-performing stocks and support inventory management through proactive and reactive initiatives

Requirements

BS in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain and/or Chemical Engineering/Chemistry (or other related areas)
MBA a plus
Minimum 5 years in Portfolio Management, Product, and New Business Development
Proven financial acumen and understanding of project valuation calculations
Strong written and oral communication skills, including presentations
Ability to represent Arkema with end markets, including customer or end-user targeted events
Excellent project management and organizational skills
Ability to take opposing and/or strong positions when necessary, within and outside the organization
Capability to manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced, competitive environment
Experience with value chain analysis, product and technology road mapping, product segmentation, competitive analysis, and current best-practice marketing concepts
Cultural awareness and willingness to travel regionally

Job Dimensions

Product strategy and portfolio management across Crop Nutrition and Industrial Minerals, including SKU management, raw material monitoring, and margin optimization/cost reduction
Stage Gate process ownership for Crop Nutrition and Industrial Minerals
Strategic liaison between the business and key support functions for commercial, new business, and product development initiatives
Development and management of key processes

Margin Optimization & Cost Reduction

Requires some regional travel (~15%)

Time Allocation

Product Portfolio Management (50%)
Stage Gate Coordination (30%)
Margin Optimization & Cost Reduction (20%)

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