ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with revenues totaling $14.5 billion in 2021. The company's seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required.
ITW's approximately 45,000 dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in the company's decentralized and entrepreneurial culture. Our headquarters office in Glenview, IL is conveniently located across from the Metra commuter rail, with access to an on-site gym, caf and active employee resource groups.
DIVISION DESCRIPTION :
ITW Specialty Films designs, manufactures and markets specialized coated and/or metalized films for the Financial Card, Security ID cards, and Medical Bag markets. The division leverages unique core competencies and technologies in films, foils, laminates, holography, and transfers to address customer needs globally. Operates in 5 locations (NA & EU). ITW Specialty Films has a fun, fast paced environment with a great dynamic support team.
Reporting to the Global Sales & Marketing Manager, the Product Manager role supports the development, assessment and execution of short and long-term strategies and tactics for assigned Security market. This entails participating in project and initiative aimed at driving product line growth and profitability. In their project, initiatives, and daily tasks, the Product Manager will have regular interaction and collaboration with cross-functional team member.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Support Global Sales & Marketing Manager & Product Manager in:
Defining product line's value proposition throughout the organization, ensuring competitive product positioning. This entails full pricing responsibility.
Leading the new product development from concept generation to execution, gathering voice of customers and leverage the information into developing solutions.
Developing and implementing product line strategies and associated measurable action plans to capitalize on key growth opportunities.
Effectively collect and synthesize market insights to drive the product lifecycle strategy.
Driving execution of the new product development roadmap through the stage gate process.
Conducting activities related to the development of business cases for new product innovation and enhancements.
Leading and executing new product rollout efforts including forecasting volumes, designing market tests, planning internal training, as well as communication plans.
Managing the financial performance of assigned product categories by utilizing ITW Toolbox and other key performance indicators.
Leading and communicating strategic competitive analysis and marketing assessment.
Evaluating and reporting on product performance - sales volume, sell through, margins and market share.
Participating in capacity planning efforts working with manufacturing other functional areas.
Developing the annual integrated marketing and segmentation plans.
Provide pricing direction for new business opportunities & reassessing existing product, mix & profit position.
Supporting our sales team product specific sales pitches and customers meetings.
Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety directions.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Bachelor's Degree in business, marketing, or comparable discipline.
1-4 years of relevant product management or marketing experience.
Influences effectively and drives alignment across functions.
Highly skilled at planning and project management.
Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills.
Strong communications and presentation skills.
Financial acumen to analyze and report on product line results effectively.
Advanced skills in Excel, Word and Power Point
Work is normally performed in a typical office environment.
Limited exposure to physical risk. Some manufacturing plant exposures to machinery and flammable substances. Requires PPE (safety shoes and glasses) in plant areas.
Working Conditions:
Ability to travel approximately 10-15% (domestic and international)
Work is normally performed in a typical office environment with little to no exposure to adverse conditions.
Position is based at ITW Headquarters office in Glenview, IL
ITW offers its employees a path for advancement, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help employees care for themselves, their familiar, and their future.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system due to your disability, please email hrdept@itwsf.com to request assistance. No other requests will be acknowledged.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
