Media Product Development Manager jobs in Eau Claire, WI

Description

 Candidate is U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

· Position is Located in Gays Mills, WI

Building Automation Products, Inc (BAPI) is a company that promotes work life balance.  BAPI is a family owned business with a global presence. 

Position Summary: The Manager of Product and Technology Development adds value to BAPI and Product Management Team by translating customer needs into products and components that meet cost, schedule, and performance requirements. The Manager of Product and Technology Development utilizes current and new technology to assure BAPI products remain cutting edge innovative solutions and perform at the high level that our customers expect.

Benefits:  Relocation reimbursement, full benefits which include Health, dental, vision, PTO, 8 paid holidays, 401k match and 100% vested at 90 days and more.

Manager of Product and Technology Development Principle Responsibilities:

Lead Technology Development and Sustainability Efforts:

a) develop strategies to incorporate evolving technologies to improve products for customers and promote continued market growth

b) be a lead technical voice in design reviews and design decisions 

c) be the technical owner and set the technical direction for assigned product categories

d) lead continuous improvement activities such as warranty analysis, cost reduction, and alternate components

e) own and execute on project schedules, budgets, and performance deliverables

f) accountable for delivering against established business goals/objectives, making sure to promptly communicate critical resource gaps 

g) analyze, evaluate, and overcome program risks, and produce program reports for management and stakeholders for decision making

Manage team assigned: 

a) set priorities, allocate resources, and remove obstacles to build a team to reach its full potential

b) with the execution of design and support projects including new products, cost reductions, quality improvements & product enhancements

c) Grow, mentor, and inspire team by owning all elements of the employee life cycle: recruiting, on-boarding, training, performance management, career development and advancement

d) support and guide team in risk assessments, suggest and execute feasibility investigations, and provide guidance on bringing new technology to market

Collaboration and Cross-functional leadership: 

a) be a leader on a cross-functional product team with Engineering, Product Management, Marketing and Manufacturing Engineering - collaborate closely to set product strategy and a three to five year road-map

b) collaborate with other functional groups as a technical resource for product line

c) work with team to identify risks and opportunities across multiple projects within the department, developing plans to address conflicts or overloads

Maintains industry knowledge by attending educational workshops or classes; reviewing related publications; establishing networks.  

Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed, including special projects and tasks as delegated supervisor.

Requirements

Manager of Product and Technology Development Education Requirements (R/Required, P/Preferred):

(R) Bachelor’s Degree 

(P) Master’s Degree

Degrees Preferred: Technology, Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical discipline        

 Manager of Product and Technology Development Training, Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Specific Training in this field (R/Required, P/Preferred):

1. (R) Through understanding of technology as it relates to engineering, product management and solutions for efficiency
2. (R) Leading Product Management and Technology Teams
3. (R) Resource planning, budgeting, and technical planning
4. (R) Risk Analysis
5. (R) Project Management Oversight
6. (P) Wireless training/knowledge 
7. (P) ISO 9001
8. (P) Six Sigma and/or Lean

Experience/Knowledge in this field (R/Required, P/Preferred): 

1. (R) 3 years Leadership experience, 10 years of leadership experience preferred
2. (P) Familiar with general electronics assemble concepts, practices, and procedures 
3. (P) Introducing new product introductions and implementing new procedures/processes
4. (P) Knowledge of and experience in the HVAC industry

 General Experiences/Knowledge/Skills: 

1. Ability to be innovative, critically think, multi-task, keep attention to detail and make decisions 
2. based on sound reasoning
3. Possess leadership skills which includes the ability to coordinate efforts, be adaptable/ flexible, motivate others and display integrity
4. Strong ability and desire to work as a member of a team
5. Strong customer service focus for internal and external customers
6. Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
7. Ability to handle large amounts of detail, to organize, and to prioritize and direct
8. Problem-solving with high level of creativity
9. Exceptional communication skills, demonstrated ability to communicate respectfully, culturally competent and collaboratively
10. Excellent Ability to communicate in verbal, written and electronic forms in a professional manner when working with employees, vendors and company contacts