Associate Product Marketing Manager

Makita is a worldwide leader in the professional power tool industry. Over the past 100 years, we have built a reputation for using the finest raw materials, the most advanced manufacturing equipment, and the most rigorous quality testing in the industry. Headquartered in La Mirada CA, Makita U.S.A, with offices in Chicago IL, Reno NV, Wilmer TX, and Buford GA, has brought Makita's best-in-class engineering advantage to professional power tool users in America since 1970.Job Summary: The Accessory Associate Product Manager is responsible for assisting with product planning and execution throughout the product lifecycle of Makita's range of accessories. This includes prioritizing between current products and new product development, continually gathering and defining "the voice of the customer" requirements as they relate to new product development, defining the product vision and strategy for a variety of end-user markets, and working cross-functionally with engineering, sales, operations, creative, purchasing, and customer service to ensure company goals are achieved. The Accessory Associate Product Manager's job also includes working on various projects to support the marketing team's core objectives. This position is based out of Makita's corporate office in La Mirada, California.Salary: $60,000 - $90,000 Per YearThis position is onsite in the city of La Mirada, CAThe Associate Product Manager, Accessories will be expected to:Be a self-starter and entrepreneurial in spiritIdeate, participate, and help define the product strategy and roadmapBoth assist with and lead market research, competitive product testing, and pricing analysis initiativesConduct ongoing product category research and identify trends, opportunities, and positionings for both current products and future product offeringsProduce competitive product analysis materialsWrite effective product copy and specifications to be used throughout our marketing collateralDemonstrate the ability to collaborate with and influence cross-functional teams without formal authorityLead and manage the internal packaging design workflow for assigned productsAssist in launching new products to our organization through multiple mediumsWork with our creative and channel teams in developing promotional campaignsCollaborate on the creation of design briefs and help to create sales tools and marketing collateralTrack, collect, and manage online reviews of products and communication to user follow-upsPrioritize between projects of various topics and complete those projects on timeThink creatively to develop solutionsEffectively communicate with both internal and external colleagues and partnersPresent confidently and passionately in a variety of meeting and presentation settingsBe an expert with respect to Makita and the competitionAct as a leader within the companyBoth co-manage and independently manage product lines of accessoriesUse power toolsExperience and knowledge:Passion for winning is a mustProduct Management experience is preferred, but not requiredSelf-starter, with the ability to work well independently and with others in a team environmentExcellent communication skills in person, on the phone, in writing, and on video callsA solid understanding of the e-comm, retail, and industrial buying environmentsBachelor's degree in marketing or business-related fieldProficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Bilingual a plus. (Spanish preferred)Must be willing to travel up to 10% of the timeExperience within the power tool industry is preferred, but not requiredDisclaimer:This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all of the elements of the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet production, scheduling, or staffing needs.Equal Opportunity Statement:The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, veteran status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, medical (including genetic characteristics or cancer diagnosis), actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. All such discrimination is prohibited. Additionally, the Company will provide registered domestic partners with all rights and benefits as required by Law. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits employers from requesting or requiring genetic information of an individual or family member of the individual. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws and providing equal employment opportunities.

Created: 2025-01-14