Job Title: Product Manager - Motors
Kent, OH, US, 44240
Join us as a Product Manager for the Bison motors product line, where you’ll lead the charge in transforming motors through cutting-edge technology, market insight, and strategic leadership. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of engineering, business, and customer success.
Drive Innovation. Shape Strategy. Own the Product Lifecycle.
What You’ll Do
As the Product Manager for the Bison motors line, you’ll be at the forefront of product innovation and business strategy. You will:
- Own the Full Product Lifecycle – From concept to end-of-life, manage every stage to ensure relevance, performance, and profitability
- Master Product Technology – Develop deep technical knowledge of Bison products and how they stack up against competitors
- Discover New Markets – Identify new applications and customer use cases to expand the product’s reach and impact
- Shape Strategic Direction – Define and drive the product line vision, championing initiatives that fuel growth and margin expansion
- Craft Compelling Messaging – Collaborate with marketing to develop clear, differentiated messaging that resonates with customers
- Bridge Teams Globally – Act as the key liaison between Sales, Engineering, and Operations to align goals and deliver results
- Define Product Requirements – Translate customer needs and market trends into actionable product specs and performance targets
- Lead Competitive Analysis – Stay ahead of the market by continuously analyzing competitors and identifying opportunities to differentiate
- Drive Financial Performance – Set pricing strategies, monitor product line financials, and optimize cost structures to maximize profitability
- Fuel Innovation – Partner with R&D to guide development efforts and maintain product relevance in a fast-evolving market
- Prioritize for Impact – Evaluate and prioritize initiatives to ensure resources are focused on the highest-value opportunities
- Communicate Across All Levels – Share strategies, updates, and results with stakeholders from across the business
- Track Industry Trends – Monitor market shifts and emerging technologies to develop proactive strategies for long-term success
What we are looking for:
- BS in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field
- 6+ years of design and manufacturing experience with similar products
- 6+ years of customer-facing experience in technical environments
- Willingness to travel (approx. 25%)
- Proven success in global, cross-functional teams
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and data-driven decision-making skills
- A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach
- A confident communicator who can influence at all levels
- A flexible, curious, and results-driven leader ready to make an impact
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Nearest Major Market: Akron
Nearest Secondary Market: Cleveland