Specialty Products Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic business and marketing plans for assigned specialty product segments
• Identify market opportunities, growth trends, and competitive positioning through market research and analysis
• Manage the introduction and commercialization of new products within assigned markets
• Collaborate with customers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure products meet technical and performance expectations
• Support product development initiatives and application implementation
• Develop and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and marketing materials
• Analyze competitive products, pricing, and market trends and provide recommendations to management
• Establish and manage product pricing and profitability strategies
• Prepare sales forecasts, annual budgets, and monthly performance reports
• Build and maintain strong strategic vendor and supplier relationships
• Negotiate vendor agreements, pricing, and product support terms
• Support sales teams with product training, technical information, and customer presentations
• Monitor inventory levels and manage slow-moving inventory across warehouses and consignment locations
• Coincide with Supply Chain, Customer Service, and vendors to ensure timely product delivery
• Oversee resolution of customer and vendor issues related to specialty products
• Travel domestically and occasionally internationally to support customers, vendors, and product initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Technical Studies, or related field required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the Precision Investment Casting industry or related manufacturing/technical industry
• MBA or Master’s degree preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience with product management, vendor management, and strategic planning
• Ability to analyze market trends and develop growth strategies
• Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, Word, and related business software
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple departments

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend
• Occasional lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Domestic travel required with occasional international travel