Product Manager

Company: OMRON
Location: Renton
Posted on: January 8, 2021

Job Description:

Job DescriptionOMRONRobotics, Barcode Scanning, Medical Devices, Machine Vision, 2D Data Matrix, ControllersEngineers Improving the World through Cutting Edge Innovation Since 1933Are you looking for a company with a remarkable track record of innovation?(As a global leader in sensors used in Industrial Automation, we are a proven market driver having invented Laser Diode Barcode Scanning, the 2D Data Matrix, and World Class Verification Tools.)Do you enjoy working with a group of engineering professionals who will respect your ability to help them create products that are both technological advance and a value add to our dedicated clients?(With a stable, seasoned, and growing Engineering team; you will work with a group of innovative and clever engineers - some of whom not only founded the company, but also the industry.)Are you looking for alternatives to employers like Microsoft, Amazon or Boeing?(Our culture is a place where you have the empowerment to drive results through collaboration within an organization that does not know the meaning of Silos.)Would you like to help us produce more than the next great cat video?(We design and manufacture technologically-complex electronics (i.e., real products) that are used in Industrial Automation applications by manufacturers across the globe.)If so - Please Apply!Who is OMRON MicroscanWhile you have probably never personally bought a product from OMRON Automation - we can assure you that one of our innovations help manufacture one the electronic items within your arms reach!

• We can trace our lineage in Industrial Automation back to 1955 and the development of precision switches
• We developed the world's first non-contact, solid state switch 1960, which accelerated the use of electronics in Industrial Automation
• Our lineage in Robotics for Industrial Automation can be traced back to 1962 and the origin of industrial robotics.
• AND representing our continued advances in robotics - our robots can play Ping Pong!VIDEO LINK: OMRON's Forpheus at CES 2019Opens a New Window.VIDEO LINK: Engadget's Robert Lia versus Forpheus at CESOpens a New Window.
  • We were the inventors of Laser Diode Barcode Scanner and 2D Data Matrix
  • As an $6 Billion company with HQ in Kyoto, we can truly provide our clients with packaged custom Industrial Automation solutions that resolve issues across the plant floor through robotic, machine vision verification, barcode scanning, controllers, safety, and more!SUMMARYAs an integral part of OMRON Microscan Systems, Inc, the position of Product Manager will be responsible for developing and driving the overall portfolio strategy and providing business leadership to meet sales, gross margin and operating income targets. A successful Product Manager will take the lead in product strategy execution, overseeing all aspects of the product life cycle.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProduct Management
    • Develop and drive the full portfolio strategy, to meet sales and margin targets
    • Collaborate with internal and external partners to develop products and solutions that solve customer needs
    • Manage an entire industrial automation product line life cycle from strategic development, to tactical activities, to end-of-life planning and migration strategies.
    • A passion for gathering market trends data and voice of customer and translating the information into a compelling business case story that clearly articulates market needs, trends, and customer value proposition.
    • Craft product positioning and value propositions in ways to aid the selling process
    • Track and benchmark global competitors - technology, product portfolio, pricingExternal and Internal Client Relations
      • Work with Omron global sales and marketing organizations to gather expertise on the end customer needs, and the buying criteria used by these customers
      • Work with R&D and operations in the development of new and/or upgraded products to ensure a successful launch.
      • Liaison between the sensor business unit in Japan, including coordinated system launch leadership, market penetration strategies, and execution of marketing mix.
      • Prepare product launch documentation, presentations and training that clearly articulate the customer applications and product use cases
      • Provide both internal and external customer facing presentations and product documentation
      • Support global Marketing Communication teams in creating content, programs and promotions to drive demand generationAdministrative
        • Provide periodic and ad hoc reports on the departmental and product line goals and KPI
        • Work with regions to gather accurate forecasting details for of product lines
        • With the assistance of the Marketing Communications, ensure communication of and buy-in for marketing programs across sales teams, product management and channel partnersOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCEBasic Qualifications
          • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other related technical discipline
          • Three years of technical product management or product development experience (adjacent industries highly preferred)
          • Proven strong analytical skills such as price modeling, margin analysis and sales forecasting
          • Documented strong written communication and presentation skills as demonstrated by a comprehensive portfolio of work
          • Demonstrated experience building and presenting business cases for technical products
          • Proven self-starter with high energy who can motivate cross functional teams
          • Excellent people and management skills to interact with staff, colleagues and cross-functional teams, and third parties
          • Demonstrated knowledge with Microsoft Office, ERP systems and CRM applications.
          • Willingness and ability to travel a minimum of 25% nationally and internationallyPreferred Qualifications
            • Master's degree in Business Administration or Marketing (MBA)
            • Demonstrated ability to thrive and excel in an ambiguous environment in which the variables and constraints are regularly in motion
            • Experience using product development collaborations tools such as Atlassian Jira and Confluence.
            • Documented experience performing data analysis and scenario evaluationEMPLOYEE BENEFITSOur organization believes that an excellent benefits package demonstrates our commitment to the well-being and future development of our employees. We strive to offer world-class health coverage and other benefits that emphasize employee wellness. Our benefit package provides individual health care coverage at an extremely low total cost, a 401(k) with company match up to 3% with immediate vesting, company paid life insurance, and disability protection. We also award our employees 15 days of Vacation accrued per year to start, 10 paid holidays, one Floating Holiday, and five Personal days awarded annually.A company is most valuable when it contributes to society beyond the simple pursuit of profits.
              • Kazuma Tateishi, founder of OmronEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.With our day-to-day work, let's improve lives and contribute to a better society
                • Kazuma Tateishi, founder of Omron

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