Product Manager I

20600 Emerald Parkway, Cleveland, Ohio 44135 United States of America

Why Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.

At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?

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Position Summary:

The Product Manager I position is responsible for developing and implementing product line strategies aligned with overall business goals to grow the business profitably. Product Managers serve as the subject matter expert for select applications and coordinate key projects and initiatives with other functions across the business (sales, product development, operations, sourcing and quality).

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain technical expertise with respect to product categories and operate as a subject matter expert for both internal and external customers.
• Conduct market research with end users and distribution partners to define challenges and opportunities for our products.
• Analyze financial, technological and regulatory trends impacting the needs of customers and end users within the categories.
• Define the strategic outlook for product categories and develop specific objectives to manage the overall health of those product categories.
• Implement the strategic roadmap for product categories through new product introductions, line extensions and general maintenance activities.
• Manage all elements of the life cycle for products within defined categories, from initial ideation and research to obsolescence.
• Execute product development projects through a stage gate process, conducting voice-of-customer research interviews and integrating end user requirements into the development process.
• Support the go-to-market strategy for all new and existing products across markets.
• Support marketing communications programs in coordination with the Brand and Channel teams to define product value propositions to the market.
• Work with the pricing team to establish and refine standard pricing based on existing models, annual volume, and margin guidelines.
• Provide ongoing sales support for product lines through sales training, customer service support, and the development of effective marketing and training materials.
• Identify and recommend new markets to enter, and work with the commercial and marketing teams to develop market entry plans.
• Spend approximately 20% of time traveling.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in product management, marketing and/or business strategy development.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and creative problem-solving techniques in a highly complex environment.
• Demonstrated success in developing product strategies and roadmaps.
• Well-developed interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong writing, communication, analytical and presentation skills.
• Computer Proficiency: Power Point, Excel, Word etc.

Education and Certification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics or Engineering, or relevant equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
• MBA or Masters preferred.

Physical Activities and Other Working Conditions:

• Associates working at Corporate sites are required to work in-person according to the Hybrid & Remote Workplace Policy.
• This role is primarily sedentary and involves prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer. Regular use of hands for typing and operating office equipment is required, along with visual focus on screens and documents. Occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 10–15 pounds may be required. Work is performed in a climate-controlled office or remote environment with moderate noise levels.
• 20% travel is required.

Compensation Range for the Position:

$73,236.00 - $95,206.50 - $117,177.00 USD

Target Cash Profit Sharing for the Position:

8.00%

Offer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent.

Oatey Total Rewards

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance

• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing

• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation

• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents

• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates

• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave

• Tuition reimbursement

• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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About Us

WORKING AT OATEY

We value our associates and provide opportunities for growth. Oatey is a collaborative, diverse workplace attracting the brightest minds and creative thinkers in our industry. We constantly challenge associates to come up with new ideas and reward them for their efforts. As a result, many of our associates choose to stay and build long term careers at Oatey.

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