Location:
Radnor, PA (Airgas HO) - Management - AMG-CorpThe Product Manager is responsible for the oversight and profitable growth of Airgas’ Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and RADNOR Branded family of products within their scope of responsibility. Key areas of focus are working with our supplier partners and internal Supply Chain team members, implementing risk management and fostering collaboration with Marketing, Purchasing, Data Standards, Supply Chain and Sales.
We are looking for you !
Willing to travel 50% of the time.
Highly analytical, articulate, well organized
Recruiter: Deondre Taylor / Deondre.Taylor@AirLiquide.com / 302-277-2429
Maintain an expert level of knowledge for the categories managed with the objective of identifying sales trends and new products that Airgas should be promoting to our customers.
Promote brand strategy to achieve profitable growth of our hardgoods by actively engaging our Division Hardgoods Leaders; our Region Associates and our Channel Leaders.
Analyze data and market intelligence to identify trends and develop category-specific strategies to optimize sales and profitability.
Negotiate agreements with suppliers to ensure optimal product availability and cost efficiency.
Work closely with suppliers, marketing, sales, purchasing and supply chain teams to align category strategies and execute plans.
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) like sales, profit margins, and market share to evaluate category performance and identify areas for improvement.
Collaborate with cross functional teams to grow Radnor brand welding hardgoods with product development and product lifecycle management.
Leverage Airgas’ various Channels (e.g. Field Sales; Branch; Airgas.com; Total Access) to market welding hardgoods and achieve sales growth.
Estimated 50% travel requirement. Willing and able to drive (or have access to transportation), fly, and spend evenings away from home.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to research and collect data that supports Airgas’ goals and strategies for overall sales effectiveness.
Required Qualifications and Competencies:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Data analysis skills: Ability to interpret and analyze large datasets to identify trends and make informed decisions.
Strong business acumen: Understanding of market dynamics, and financial principles.
Excellent communication skills: Effectively communicate strategies and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Negotiation skills: Ability to secure favorable terms with vendors and suppliers.
Product Management expertise: Deep understanding of product development lifecycle, market analysis, competitive landscape, and customer segmentation.
Project management skills: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Problem-Solving skills: Ability to identify issues, analyze root causes, and develop solutions using creative strategic thinking.
Product knowledge: Deep understanding of the welding products categories and consumer behavior.
3+ years of experience in product management, with a proven track record of successful product launches
5+ years of experience with welding hardgoods.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Power BI and Google Suite.
Flexibility to adapt to new technology, processes and organizational priorities
Experience with developing and building strategic initiatives.
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team atmosphere.
Past record of identifying a goal, developing a plan to execute against the goal, and implementing the plan.
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications and Competencies:
3 years of experience working with or within Airgas and/or Air Liquide.
General knowledge of SAP
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Benefits
We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.
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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE
At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.
We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.
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About Airgas
Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.
Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.
Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Information
We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.
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