Product Manager-Safety and Racing

Simpson Race Products, a racing and motorcycle safety product leader, has an immediate opening for a Product Manager. This role requires the candidate to be a car/racing enthusiast!  

As a Product Manager at Simpson Race Products, you'll play a vital role in contributing to product strategies and cross-functional collaboration. Your role encompasses various facets, including conducting market analysis, gaining insights into competitors, and overseeing the smooth management of the product lifecycle. You will engage cross-functionally to execute the product roadmap, drive growth within designated product lines, and ensure the successful launch of new products.
 

This position will be located in the office at our New Braunfels, TX, or Nashville, TN location.  

Key Job Elements (Essential Functions Performed): 

• Product Strategy Support: Assist in product strategy development and execution based on market research and business objectives.
• Cross-functional Collaboration Support: Collaborate with teams to align product strategies and support successful launches.
• Market Analysis and Competitor Insights: Conduct thorough market research and competitor analysis to maintain competitiveness.
• Pricing Analysis and Recommendations: Based on market research and competitor insights, conduct an in-depth pricing analysis and provide recommendations for pricing strategies aligned with product goals and market positioning.
• Product Lifecycle Management: Manage the product lifecycle, ensuring products move at an appropriate pace and contributing to inventory management strategies.
• Performance Monitoring and KPI Management: Define and track key metrics to optimize product performance.
• Product Data Oversight: Oversee product data accuracy and completeness, contributing to informed decision-making.
• Stakeholder Engagement Support: Aid in communicating product strategies and progress updates.
• Post-Mortem Analysis: Contribute insights to improve future product development endeavors.
• This position may attend shows and events as needed. 

Basic Qualifications (Education/Experience required): 

• Car/Racing enthusiast required! 
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 2+ years of experience in product management or a related role.
• Solid understanding of product lifecycle management and market analysis
• Proactive personality style, eager to learn and grow within the role.
• Analytical mindset with exposure to defining and tracking product metrics and KPIs.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with product data management practices, eager to contribute to accurate and efficient data processes.
• Interest in participating in product post-mortem analyses, contributing insights to enhance future product development endeavors.

Physical Requirements:  

• Must be able to perform extensive standing, sitting, walking, and climbing; lift 45 lbs. regularly; manipulate up to 60 lbs. with assistance in picking up and moving stock materials and supplies; and wear personal protective equipment. Must be able to bend, stoop, and climb to reach materials.