We currently have a vacancy for the role of Product Manager at our Hitchin manufacturing site. The main duties of the Product Manager are to lead product management in 3 key areas of the business, namely, new product Introduction through the Crane NPD process, management of existing product ranges and management of business model for existing and new product SKUs. Work closely and develop relationships with all departments to drive and manage all aspects of New Product development Produce project plans and launch plans liaising with the Marketing Communications department for each project and ensure that all Technical, Sales, and Support literature is in place to launch the product successfully Assist with the development, analysis and reporting of VOC activities and data collection as requested Monitor and analyse product range performance against sales and SP% targets to identify variances and take quick corrective action To monitor market, competitor and industry trends and implement actions to take account of market opportunities or threats Estimate demand projections for a given timescale, generate reports and participate in the SIOP meetings to facilitate business decisions on inventory and manufacturing. Monitor and maintain optimised inventory levels of finished goods stock and raw material stock in order to maximise inventory turns. Candidates should be able to demonstrate strong team working skills, project management experience and an innovative and proactive approach to their role. Crane Building Services and Utilities (BS&U) is part of the Fluid Handling Division of Crane Co. founded in 1855, which is a global, multi-industry, New York Stock Exchange quoted company. We design, manufacture, package and market engineered flow control solutions for the HVAC and Utility sectors, with strong sales into key growth export markets. The name Crane speaks of who we are, what we stand for and how our customers perceive us: A company with history and tradition, but also a company that is innovative, quality minded and one which acts with integrity and still holds to the resolution of its founder. Crane Co. was founded on 4th July 1855 by Richard Teller Crane who made the following resolution:
“The essence of this resolution is the business policy of Crane Co. today.
We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity is key to our success and as such we are seeking applications from candidates who will contribute their different backgrounds, cultures and experiences to our business….