Senior Product Manager

We are looking for a SENIOR PRODUCT MANAGER, COMMERCIAL to join our talented team in our rapidly growing company. This established role is responsible for the ongoing success of Diamond W's commercial portfolio, which consists of sheet vinyl, carpet tile, LVT, rubber, underlayment, surface preparation, and more.

The Senior Product Manager's objectives are to protect and grow market share, manage the existing portfolio, and identify new products and segments for growth. S/he will also be responsible for providing well-researched analysis of external factors (markets, competition, industry trends) and internal factors (internal capabilities, product line performance, etc.) as an input for strategic decision making. This position will be based in our newly renovated City of Industry, CA office, and will report to the Director of Product Management & Marketing, working closely with our VP of Commercial Sales.

Responsibilities

• Determining and monitoring pricing by utilizing market data, costs, and anticipated volume, using our internal ERP system

• Owning the in-stock program, monitoring inventory for aging and profitability

• Forecasting category sales and buying recommendations, based on history, market conditions and supply chain lead times

• Driving the strategy and implementation of marketing efforts for the commercial unit

• Partnering successfully with Sales, Purchasing, Operations, Marketing, and Customer Service teams

• Defining the product strategy and roadmap by analyzing the market, customer requirements, and competitor benchmarks

• Driving new product introductions and updates working with multiple vendors and manufacturers, from ideation to post-launch

• Occasional travel required for trade shows and vendor meetings

Experience & Education Desired

• Bachelor's Degree in business management, business analytics, business administration, marketing, or related field

• 8+ years of relevant B2B experience in product management in flooring or a building materials distributor

• Demonstrated success defining, launching, and monitoring product sales performance through a strategic process

• This is an 8 to 5, five days a week on premises office based role

Your skills we value

• Strategic and Creative Thinker: Look ahead to future possibilities and apply knowledge of the business and marketplace to advance the goals of Diamond W

• Thinks Business: Sees the opportunities and connection with business strategy

• Solutions Provider: Takes time to understand the customer and business needs, present comprehensive solutions, and provide ongoing support

• Time & Priority Management: Strategically organize time and energy spent to maximize effectiveness and return on investment

• Effective Communicator: Seek first to understand, then respond with the intent to create a mutual understanding

• Problem Solver: Leverage data and resources to make good, timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward

What We Offer

• A commitment that Safety is #1

• Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!

• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.

Responsible Manufacturing - Protecting Our Planet for the Future

• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.

• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.

• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

Who we are:

With a history of 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative flooring and sport surface solutions with 12,000 employees and 34 industrial sites. Offering a wide range of products including vinyl, linoleum, rubber, carpet, wood, laminate, artificial turf, and athletic tracks. The Group serves customers in more than 100 countries across the globe.

Committed to change the game with circular economy and to reducing its carbon footprint, the Group has implemented an eco-innovation strategy based on Cradle to Cradle principles, fully aligned with its Tarkett Human-Conscious Design approach.

Tarkett is listed on Euronext (Compartment B, ISIN FR0004188670, ticker: TKTT). www.tarkett-group.com

Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.