Product Manager II

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Product Manager II to join the Building Control Systems Wattstopper Team in Richardson, TX. The Product Manager will play a key support role in the process of releasing new products to the production and sales departments. Other responsibilities include generating product requirements, reviewing customer specifications, generating materials for product introductions and technical support for customers and partners.

What Will You Do?

• Participate in overall product strategy, research and development requirements, development, and manufacturing coordination for new and emerging products.
• Coordinate technical product development, estimates of potential profits, and release to production.
• Manage day-to-day progress of new product development, act as Product Owner within team.
• Create and update Product Data Sheets.
• Create and update part numbers in Customer Relations Management database.
• Provide technical expertise and training to other departments in support of product development.
• Conduct marketing analysis to develop product definitions.
• Collaborate with a wide variety of functional areas such as sales, engineering, marketing, manufacturing, and operations to develop and provide product definitions responsive to customer needs and market opportunities.
• Manage release process, release notes, partner training, staff training in support of product development.
• Work with Field Team to ensure field issues are prioritized appropriately.
• Competitor benchmarking.
• Assist with market research and identify/track market trends in Company's industry.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

Education:

• BS in Engineering or Engineering Technology Diploma, or a combination of education and 5 + years of experience.

Experience:

• Min. 5 years’ experience in marketing or related field. Specific building technology industry knowledge a plus.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to understand customer’s needs and identify new ways to serve/satisfy customer.
• Requires strong organizational and time management skills, close attention to detail and be able to effectively handle multiple priorities.
• Must possess excellent project management skills, including demonstrated ability to develop and manage to a project plan, establish priorities, work to deadlines and control a number of projects at various stages of work.
• Experience with a variety of product development processes (different forms of agile, waterfall, etc.) a significant plus.
• Strong computer skills, proficient with Slack, JIRA, TFS, word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software, e-mail and meeting management software.
• Ability to use internet and web-based resources efficiently and effectively.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills and be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. Must be an effective listener, able to maintain focus extract necessary information and validate understanding of the information.
• Must be highly collaborative and able to work in a team-based environment.
• Promotes an environment that is encourages cohesiveness and fosters trust and open communication with team, peers and all business partners.
• Must have solid business acumen and understanding of a variety of functional areas within the business. Must be proficient in negotiation and influencing skills.

About Legrand

Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting.  We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network.  LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity.  For more information, visit legrand.us

About Legrand’s Building Control Systems Division

Legrand’s Building Control Systems (BCS) division includes the Wattstopper, Vantage, and Shading Systems product lines. BCS industry-leading energy-efficient lighting controls technology and services are designed to meet code, ensure ease of installation, and enable precision control of light in offices, classrooms, hospitals, homes, and more. Combined with our Shading Systems for residential and commercial applications, Legrand’s Building Control Systems provides leading solutions for the control of natural and electric light in spaces where people live, learn, and work. BCS teams’ partner with designers to offer solutions that meet today’s green initiatives, including LEED, WELL Building, Living Building Challenge, and more

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