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Apex Tool Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. 

Global Product Manager - Controllers and Software

Job Req ID:  1415
Location: 

Lexington, SC, US, 29072 Auburn Hills, MI, US, 48326

Work Arrangement:  Onsite

The Blueprint (Role Profile)

As Global Product Manager, you will be responsible for the global product portfolio of controllers and software used in manufacturing and assembly environments. You will manage the complete product life cycle, from market analysis and product definition to product launch and ongoing portfolio optimization. Working closely with Sales, Engineering, Marketing, and international stakeholders, you will ensure that our products meet customer needs and contribute to sustainable business growth. 
 

Come build your future with us!

The Build (Responsibilities)

  • Manage and develop the global product portfolio throughout its entire life cycle 
  • Identify market trends, customer requirements, and growth opportunities 
  • Conduct market, competitor, and customer analyses to support strategic decision-making 
  • Define product requirements in close cooperation with Customers, Sales, and Engineering 
  • Actively contribute to international product development projects and product launches 
  • Develop pricing and product positioning strategies to strengthen competitiveness and profitability 
  • Analyze sales performance, market developments, and product profitability, deriving appropriate recommendations for action 
  • Collaborate with Marketing to support successful product launches and promotional activities 
  • Deliver product training sessions for sales teams, channel partners, and customers 
  • Support the continuous improvement and expansion of the product portfolio 
  • Travel internationally and domestic as required (approximately 30%) 

The Toolbox (Qualifications)

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable field 
  • Several years of experience in product management, ideally within an industrial manufacturing environment 
  • Experience managing software and hardware products
  • Experience managing the development and market introduction of technical products 
  • Strong understanding of industrial manufacturing and automation technologies  
  • Work experience in B2B companies with key account, distribution and national account experience a plus  
  • Experience working in cross-functional and international teams 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint 
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills 

At Apex Tool Group (www.apextoolgroup.com), we build innovation. Each day, our associates strive to find new and exciting ways to help our customers solve their most complex challenges. By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the jobsite – we help build the future.

ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.2 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,700 associates around the world have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH®, SATA®, Crescent®, Cleco®, Weller® and APEX®. Our brands are trusted by the professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike. With our roots dating back to the 1800’s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and safety for customers in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets. 

 As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.

Our six core values - Customers Come First, Integrity in All We Do, Continuous Improvement, Innovation for Growth, Passion to Succeed and Best Talent, One Team - drive our daily decisions. Connect with us on social media to learn more – Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideas become reality, join us and say #WeBuildATG!


Nearest Major Market: Columbia
Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina