Product Marketing Manager - Air

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the development of multigenerational innovative product plans and roadmaps, utilizing disciplined portfolio and innovation management processes and tools.
• Oversee all aspects of New Product Development (NPD) from ideation to product launch, ensuring project timelines and customer expectations are met.
• Support Key/Strategic Account Managers to align products with the needs of key customer bases.
• Design, schedule, and conduct training for Sales Managers on current and future products.
• Report and communicate with sales teams regarding stock and lead-times for compressor products.
• Support the field sales force with product-specific questions as the subject matter expert.
• Visit customer sites to provide technical expertise and assist with setup and commissioning of products.
• Attend trade shows to support the brand and sales team.
• Determine, track, and report customer pain points, relaying feedback to production and engineering to improve products and customer experience.
• Research industry publications, announcements, and events to identify new opportunities.
• Own and update pricing tools such as Material Master, Customer Master, Price Lists, and Discount Structures.
• Ensure proper branding for all customer-facing documents and update the Product Roadmap for current product ranges.
• Assist management in preparing presentations and reports to support business decisions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in the construction/rental industry, specifically with portable air compressor applications.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, sales, marketing, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to operate effectively in a senior-level business environment and develop relationships with team members and customers.
• Strong business analysis, planning, and organizing skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, SAP, and C4C.
• Knowledge of the Portable Energy product range, with specific knowledge of portable air compressors.
• Previous experience with portable air compressors.
• Effective verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in team environments.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Technical working knowledge of Chicago Pneumatic portable compressors.
• Field experience in heavy equipment rentals with application knowledge and real-world experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.

Nice to Have

• Experience operating in a senior-level business environment.
• Previous field experience working with heavy equipment rentals.
• Knowledge of industry publications, announcements, and events related to portable energy products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, sales, marketing, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-funded life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage.
• Generous paid leave and 401(k) matching with company contributions.