Associate Product Manager

WHY JOIN THE AMES COMPANIES

We have amazing Benefits! Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Wellness, 401K, Holidays Employee Assistance Program, Vacation Days, Disability, Employee Stock Option Plan.

WHO WE ARE

The AMES Companies, headquartered in Lake Nona-Orlando, FL has a rich history of American manufacturing. The AMES story goes back to 1774, when Captain John Ames began making America’s first shovels. AMES® brand is the third oldest consumer brand in the country, and its tools have helped build America, for more than two hundred years. AMES products have built Revolutionary War ramparts, connected the nation via the Transcontinental Railroad, dug for gold, gone on expeditions to Antarctica, carved Mount Rushmore, and installed the Statue of Liberty. And just like America, we are still working every day to build the next great wonder.

Our business lines include Home Organization, Lawn and Garden Tools, Outdoor Living, and Cleaning Tools, with leading global brands sold to homeowners and professionals involved in new construction, remodeling, and maintenance activities.

Our leading brands include ClosetMaid®, AMES®, True Temper®, Razor-Back®, Jackson®, Southern Patio® and Harper®

We are a business unit of Griffon Corporation (NYSE: GFF)

WHERE YOU WILL WORK

This is a hybrid position, working from home Monday and Friday, in-office Tuesday through Thursday. Office is located at our headquarters in Lake Nona - Orlando, FL. Regular schedule is 8am to 5pm daily.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

At The Ames Companies the Associate Product Manager (APM) is the “Robin” to a Product Manager’s “Batman”.
Associate Product Managers must have worked with tangible consumer products and will conduct competitive research, gather quantitative Product data, and analyze retailer research to support Product Managers in their role. The APM will assist the Product Manager in managing the new product development stage gate process and work with the cross-functional team for next steps and follow-up action items.

Responsibilities

• Monitor product sales performance, analyze metrics, and make data-driven decisions.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging innovations in the product category.
• Assist in defining product strategy and roadmaps
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team, including industrial designers, engineers, and the sourcing team, to ensure the product meets business requirements and user needs.
• Assist in the creation of product prototypes and conduct user testing to validate assumptions.
• Assist in the development of product launch plans, and the go-to-market strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field.
• Minimum 3 Years’ experience in product management, project management for consumer-packaged goods. Must have worked with a tangible products.
• Proficient in MS Office tools – Knowledge of MS Excel is a must-have.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to inform decisions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills including attention to detail and prioritization.
• Open to learning and taking ownership of product categories over time.

Travel Requirement
Some travel required, as needed.

Physical demands

This position is located primarily in an office environment. At times the associate is required to sit for long periods of time.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate may need the ability to lift and carry loads up to 30 pounds.

Upon occasion, the associate may be exposed to a manufacturing environment and required to wear personal protective equipment.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

The AMES Companies will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. The Company does not currently sponsor immigration visas for this role.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The AMES Companies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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