Senior Product Manager

Senior Product Manager  
Towson, MD (Remote considered for the right candidate) 

Come build your career.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 48,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

The Job: 

Within DEWALT Brand organization of Stanley Black & Decker we are currently looking for a Senior Product Manager to lead our Automotive Hand Tools business.  In this role, you will be responsible for the creation, maintenance and definition of this innovative range of products, targeted and commercial and industrial builders. Automotive and Industrial Hand Tools is a highly visible category for DEWALT aimed at delivering innovative solutions to our customers that focus on safety, productivity and performance.  These categories are top priorities for the DEWALT brand and will provide a high level of visibility and opportunity for career growth.  The Sr. Product Manager will develop product and market strategies to drive growth and profitability across major markets around the world, manage the short & long-term P&L of the product line, increase the working capital turns of the portfolio, expand the business with new products and lead cross-functional teams through the New Product Development Process.  You'll get to:

• Identify and develop new product and market opportunities 
• Manage the complete product lifecycle process, alongside the Vice President/Director from concept to delivery. 
• Closely collaborate, work and lead cross-functional teams and business groups, such as engineering, manufacturing and finance to drive and develop new products that meet company objectives. 
• Work in tandem with the brand marketing and channel teams to develop product launch programs and marketing strategies to drive customer demand.   
• Develop and implement relevant marketing collateral, point-of-purchase displays, advertising materials and web content to promote your managed product portfolio.  
• Conduct end-user and competitive market research to define, develop and deliver industry leading products to the market. 
• Develop and execute comprehensive short & long-term strategic plans for a profitable retail and industrial product portfolio. 
• Maintain an awareness of trends in the industry and related industries and develop a deep understanding of the end users of their product line to incorporate these insights into successful new product launches. 
• Provide product training to customers and consumers. 

 
The Person:

You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have: 

• BS or BA in Marketing, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or related field required 
• 5+ years related product management and marketing experience 
• Engineering or technical background preferred but not required 
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments and projects simultaneously 
• Strong oral and written communication skills are required; must be able to present data and conclusions in an organized manner 
• Creative thinking / problem solving skills 
• Follows through with commitments. High say-do ratio 
• Strong project management skills 
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic i
• Ability to Travel 20-25%

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Consumer Product experience 
• Experience working directly with retailers or other large customers 
• Experience working for a large global company 

The Details:

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More: We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to:

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
• Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.

What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We’re visionaries and innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!

The base pay range for this position in Maryland is $85,000 - $103,000 per year. Pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on payment may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applicants should apply via Stanley Black and Decker’s internal or external careers site.