Associate Product Manager - Load Interrupter Switchgear

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In this role you will be responsible for the long-term profitable growth of the Load Interrupter Switchgear (LIS) product line into targeted market segments, by developing and managing the life cycle, according to market needs and Business Line strategy and targets. You will play a key role within the ANSI/NEMA Distribution Solutions Portfolio Management team.

Your responsibilities

Support the Product Line Manager in the new product development process for LIS from project specification to product launchDefine customer value proposition per segment and channel, ensuring clear communication to channels and users while delivering clear positioning within the portfolio and against competitor offeringsEnsure proper product positioning and pricing strategy with clearly defined values per product type to address different channel/segment /geography needsAssist sales and marketing teams in the launch and market introduction of new products providing documentation and educationEnsure correctness and comprehensiveness of product documentation. Collaborate with internal teams (i.e., Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Research & Development and Supply Chain) to ensure all product and market objectives are metDevelopment of product trainings for internal/technical teamsProvide technical support to customers or other internal functions for the OEM offeringDrive product line cost accuracy in our ERP system (SAP) and the sales configurator (Empower)Support the development, preparation, and maintenance of the Empower sales configuratorServe as the product line data referent. Manage and coordinate efforts to ensure complete and accurate product data, models, etc., for both internal and customer useProvide support, when required, to maintain cost data accuracy in SAP and Empower for the ANSI MV switchgear portfolio. This includes metal-clad switchgear and motor control centers

Your background

Bachelor’s or Master's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent area of studiesOver 2 years of experience in an industrial environment in an engineering, product marketing, sales, or product management roleBasic knowledge of power distribution products, in particular, medium voltage switchgear and motor controlA collaborative, solutions-oriented approach with strong communication and customer relationship-building skillsSelf-motivated and purposeful with analytical, logical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, combined with an excellent style of collaborationAssertiveness and ability to work in a virtual teamProficient with Microsoft Office, especially with ExcelWillingness and ability to travel up to 30% including internationallyCandidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US

Benefits

Retirement planLife insuranceDisability insuranceHealthcare planWellbeing program

More about us

ABB's Distribution Solutions Division provides utility, industrial and commercial customers with safe, smart and sustainable technologies for the distribution of electricity. With ABB AbilityTM enabled digital solutions at its core, our extensive portfolio includes distribution automation products, switching, limiting, measuring and sensing devices, switchgear, modular substation packages, and related services.

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