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What do our Product Development Managers do?
This position is responsible for managing the Turf Fuel proprietary products portfolio (Sales $25 M) including new product development and stewardship of portfolio growth initiatives including:
Coordination with Sales Directors and Product Strategy Manager to identify portfolio needs and prioritiesManagement of new innovative product development projects and initiativesCoordination with Marketing to grow the brands and businessDevelop and launch new and updated productsCustomer support - Tradeshows, Seminars, Programs, and trainingSales Support - Developing and training of 75 Reps and 8 RSMCo-manage regulatory of Turf fuel (90 products) in US and Canada
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Work with Sales Directors to coordinate the development and execution of short and long-term sales strategies that align with the business strategies and objectives of Target Specialty Products to ensure company sales revenue and profitability targets are achieved.Drive sales, direction, and innovation with Sales Directors and Strategy Manager to assess the product portfolio needs in alignment with company ABCD product direction and customer needs.Manage manufacturer production to coordinate the development and launch of new and existing products in the portfolioManage accurate costing of product portfolio. Coordinate floor pricing structure with Sales Directors and Product Strategy Manager.Own and drive the training, education, programs, and sales team guidance on the products portfolio.Co-manage with the marketing department to develop and execute proprietary marketing programs. Work with Operations and Sales management to ensure successful execution of marketing plans and other strategic initiatives to drive portfolioDevelop with sales directors updated field sales forecast and new geographic growth opportunities.Share sales team responsibility in integrating our products into our customer business programs, profitably and sustainably.Strengthen customer's trust and confidence resulting in Target Specialty Products being a business partner of choice.Work with Product Strategy Manager on approval for new product additionsWork with the regulatory department and manufacturing partners to coordinate compliant regulatory needs requested from state and government offices.Own research innovation projects needed to drive product development and profitability.
What do you need?
4-year college degree in entomology, business, or related fieldBoard certified Entomologist5+ years of industry, product, and vendor experience in the professional pest industry5+ years of experience working in multi-functional teams (e.g. sales, procurement, and marketing) to coordinate the execution of strategiesExperience developing, maintaining, and reporting on KPIsHave familiarity with a variety of common regulatory licensing concepts, practices, and procedures.Must be a results-oriented team player capable of working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.Must be a self-starter able to work with minimal supervision.Must be organized and detail-oriented.Must be proficient in Windows-based applications Word and Excel.Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.Successfully meet pre-employment background screen
Why Choose Target Specialty Products?
A career with Target Specialty Products can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives.
Below you'll find information about some of what Target Specialty Products has to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria.
Professional and Personal Growth
Multiple avenues to grow your careerTraining and development programs availableTuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)
Health and Wellness
Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much moreFull-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1
Savings and Retirement
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
Work-Life Balance
Vacation days & sick daysCompany-paid holidays & floating holidaysA company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility
We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work. Is that you?
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