Lancer Corporation - San Antonio, TX
posted 18 days ago
Full-time - Mid Level
San Antonio, TX
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
About the position
The Product Line Manager is responsible for leading a cross-functional team to bring new products to market and manage existing product lines. This role includes category P&L responsibility and ownership of products from inception to obsolescence, focusing on product planning and category management to achieve business performance objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strategic vision, organizational skills, and experience in product management, with a strong emphasis on cross-functional collaboration and communication.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and drive Product Revenue and Profitability
- Support the growth of Market Share
- Support and drive initiatives to increase Product Quality and Reliability
- Drive Innovation and New Product Introductions
- Contribute and drive the health and success of assigned product line(s)
- Support the achievement of project milestones and deadlines
- Conduct market research to understand trends and customer needs
- Lead the development of new beverage dispensing technologies
- Define product vision, roadmap, and strategy
- Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and marketing teams
- Ensure products meet end-user needs and usability standards
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and standards
- Manage the supply chain for efficient production
- Oversee product testing and quality assurance
- Develop pricing strategies that balance profitability and competitiveness
- Partner with sales and marketing teams for go-to-market strategies
- Build strong relationships with key customers and distributors
- Focus on sustainable solutions and technological integration
- Track key performance indicators and collect feedback for improvements
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3-5+ years in product management or a related field
- Experience managing product lifecycles and leading cross-functional teams
- Hands-on experience driving go-to-market strategies
- Experience with strategic planning and managing a category P&L
- Knowledge of the Beverage Dispenser Industry and market segmentation
- Familiarity with food safety regulations and sanitation guidelines
- Ability to work closely with engineers and R&D teams
- Strong leadership skills to manage cross-functional teams
- Proficiency in analyzing sales data and customer feedback
- Skills in product costing, pricing strategies, and budgeting
Nice-to-haves
- Product Management Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Ability to communicate in Spanish
Benefits
- Opportunity for personal and professional growth
- Dynamic work environment
- Commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction
