Product Manager II - Network Electronics

Overview

KGPCo is the go-to partner to Communications Service Providers. Our customers rely on our extensive range of network solutions and services to help them build, maintain, and transform networks that connect the world.

The communications industry is evolving every day and we are at the frontline of these innovations. From ground to cloud, the work we do is transforming networks and impacting communities nationwide. It’s work that happens because of our motivated teams of doers and problem solvers.

Our Core Values define how we do business:• The Customer is Everything.• Relationships Matter. All of Them.• Question Things. Take Action.• Work Hard. Work Smart. Enjoy the Experience.• Growth Mindset.

It’s not just a job – it’s a step in your career!

Responsibilities

SUMMARY:

SME for assigned suppliers, managing key aspects of supplier products through the product life cycle.  The focus for this role is network electronics technology – access, transport, switching, routing and compute products.                                                                                                                                                                              

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following; other duties may be assigned:

• Product management responsibility for full life cycle management of product/services.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned product family.
• Maintain Market awareness and remain current with market trends and product changes.
• Achieve targeted sales and margin targets for assigned product family.
• Develop inventory stocking strategies for key vendors; design and execute programs designed at reducing overstock.
• Set and maintain system pricing on new and existing items; monitor and adjust pricing based upon market conditions.
• Maintain accurate product information in company management systems including website.
• Work with suppliers to develop product training priorities and corresponding training materials and presentations.
• Provide industry forum/trade show support, review all vendor content on company collateral and work with vendors on participation in joint customer events.
• Work with vendors and company legal team to negotiate business terms on contracts

Qualifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in telecom industry is highly desired.
• Experience with network electronics technology is preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents; ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Executive Management, public groups clients and/or customers.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as: discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume; ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.  The employee frequently is required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with Company match
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick/safe time
• Pet insurance for our non-human family members 

KGPCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity