What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Solutions Manager position at MARSHALLTOWN COMPANY?
Our team is growing, and we are looking for a Product Solutions Manager to join the effort in supporting our internationally recognized construction tools and equipment brand.
We are looking to fill two separate roles:
Product Solutions Manager – Concrete & Masonry
Product Solutions Manager – Drywall & Paint
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and/or significant work experience in construction, or contractor supply environment. They will assist in the development and implementation of our brand, marketing, and product release strategies as well as help facilitate the resolution of customer issues, complaints, and troubleshooting. Product Solutions Managers will leverage their prior experience and industry knowledge to develop new sales and market penetration strategies, support various internal teams (i.e. marketing, customer service, product development, and sales) and their initiatives. This person will be a jack-of-all trades and able to address challenges as they arise. We are looking for a well-rounded candidate who is willing to learn and help us achieve our sales, technical support, and product solutions goals.
About MARSHALLTOWN:
Since 1890, MARSHALLTOWN has made reliable, industry-leading construction tools and equipment for various industries: masonry, drywall, concrete, asphalt, tile, flooring, painting, archaeology, and more. MARSHALLTOWN aims to constantly innovate the construction tool and equipment industry, looking for new ways to help finish jobs faster, better, and with more ease. Their tools can be found in major hardware retailers in the United States and around the world.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development and implementation of the MARSHALLTOWN’s brand, sales, marketing, and product release strategies
- Create targeted customer growth strategies
- Develop an understanding of competitor pricing, sales, marketing and distribution
- Represent MARSHALLTOWN at industry trade shows
- Field test new products and recommend improvements or modifications
- Help facilitate the resolution of customer issues, complaints, and troubleshooting
- Conduct marketing research and competitive analysis as needed
- Collaborate with other departments to coordinate campaigns and product releases
- Help continuously develop the company’s brand and brand awareness
- Developing sales growth strategies
- Become an expert in the industry
- Bachelor’s degree and/or significant work experience in construction, or contractor supply environment—previous career in the trades or construction related field preferred
- Strong writing ability and analytical skills
- Ability to shift between B2B and B2C mindsets
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong problem solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities with high levels of accuracy
- Capacity to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Self starter
MARSHALLTOWN offers comprehensive total rewards packages to include competitive wages, matching 401k retirement plans, Dental, Traditional and High Deductible Health Plans with employer HSA contributions, and vacation eligibility, just to name a few!
MARSHALLTOWN is proud to provide equal employment opportunity to individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, protected disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.