Principal Product Portfolio Manager - Automation Services

Description

MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions.

In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses.

Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site.

With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds.

As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE : BRK-A, NYSE : BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation. Learn more at .

Summary

The Principal Product Portfolio Manager (PPM) leads the global strategy development process for Automation Services. This is done in line with the objective to increase market share and generate growth.

The PPM is responsible for analyzing the market and interacting with customers / prospects to identify the targeted segments and opportunities which best align with MiTek capabilities.

They define the ideal positioning for MiTek and then drive the development of a five-year innovation portfolio and 4P market strategy that will enable MiTek to deliver long-term value to customers.

The PPM is also responsible for collaborating with the aligned functions and geographies to lead strategy execution, ensuring that all activities are aligned to the global strategy for growth.

The Product Portfolio Manager must be a strong leader, an analytical thinker, possess a strong business acumen, and able to communicate effectively to internal / external audiences as they position MiTek externally and influence strategy adoption across functions.

Job Responsibilities & Requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Accountable for leading the global strategy development process (cross functional and aligned to product / solution category) to upgrade and define the 3-5 year global product line strategy.

Initiate and coordinate external analysis to identify competitors, market trends, market opportunities and 4P strategy improvement recommendations.

Clearly articulate customer needs, competitors’ product offerings, customer’s buying preferences, and competitive advantage / disadvantage across functions.

Identifies target markets and market penetration strategies.

Understand the needs of customers / prospects and translate them into market requirements and business cases to drive product management and innovation initiatives.

Lead product life cycle management to obsolete outdated offerings and to introduce / launch new products and programs which are required for sustainable growth in the market.

Discern and generate business cases for product extensions and product line enhancements.

Participate in industry associations to understand market dynamics and position MiTek as a leader in targeted markets / segments;

Plan and attend tradeshows / events for aligned markets.

Responsible for leading the strategy execution process via collaboration with Regional Marketing and orchestration of cross functional activities to deliver targeted product, revenue, and CX results.

Develop and deploy customer training around Automation Services

REQUIREMENTS :

Strong understanding of MiTek capability, Markets / Customers served, and the Residential / Commercial building processes

7+ years of experience in Marketing and / or Sales

Demonstrated success in establishing and executing product service and pricing strategies

Demonstrated skill to interact with, and inspire, customers

Well-developed capabilities in problem-solving and crafting efficient processes

A result and success-oriented mentality, conveying a sense of urgency and driving issues to closure

An ability to initiate and build relationships with people in an open, friendly, and accepting manner

An innate drive to innovate and optimize the use of available resources

Additional Notes : Up to 50% travel

Up to 50% travel

Hybrid based out of Chesterfield preferred, alternative arrangements (including potential future relocation) possible for ideal candidate

MiTek Perks :

Flexible Paid Time Off - take as much time off as you need!

All Benefits begin on Day 1!

Profit Sharing Plan and Annual Incentive Plan

13 Paid Holidays

401k Plan with Matching Contributions

A variety of Medical, Dental and Vision Plans to choose from

Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Career advancement and training opportunities!

MiTek Perks :

Flexible Paid Time Off - take as much time off as you need!

All Benefits begin on Day 1!

Profit Sharing Plan and Annual Incentive Plan

13 Paid Holidays

401k Plan with Matching Contributions

A variety of Medical, Dental and Vision Plans to choose from

Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Career advancement and training opportunities!

MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.