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The Sherwin-Williams Company Marketing - Manager Product in Cleveland, Ohio
New Product Development for UV/Radiation Cure product lines Management of the stage gate process from ideation to successful launch/audit Identification of CTQ's (critical to quality) requirements for new/existing products Gathering and analysis of competitive information Development of Technical Scope and Specifications Proforma Development New Product Validation and field testing New Product Commercialization Determine Market Pricing and guidance Aid in the development of new product launch package with Marketing Communications team Forecasting Radiation Cure Product Line Maintenance / Management Develop and maintain product's technical information (Product Data Sheets, Label Directions, MSDS, etc.) Ongoing competitive benchmarking Manage Product Lifecycle including SKU Rationalization Strategic product planning/road map utilizing Multi-Generational Product Planning (MGPP) methodology Maintain Market intelligence and understanding Organize time with the field organization to support & understand applicable market needs Identify sources for key market intelligence Understand customer processes utilizing radiation cure technologies Lead & maintain alignment with R&D, sales, facilities, and manufacturing FORMAL EDUCATION: Required: Bachelors degree from an accredited university Preferred: Masters degree KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE: Required: 5-7 years experience working in an industry which utilizes radiation cure technology 5-7 years experience working with a cross functional team of technical, marketing, and sales professionals. Proven knowledge of and experience with successfully launching new products via the Stage Gate process. Proven project management experience and success with the development of UV/radiation cure products Preferred: Prior experience in product management or strategic marketing role Technical background with focus in Industrial markets Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity, Inclusion and Diversity Supportive Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract. VEVRAA Federal Contractor requesting priority referral of protected veterans.