Karen S.
Richter, PHR
Attwood Corporation
1016 N. Monroe
Lowell, MI 49331
(616) 897-2281
Fax (616) 897-2463
Attwood Corporation, a Brunswick
Company, is the world's leading manufacturer of marine
accessories for the boating industry, including a wide range of
seating, hardware, fuel systems, navigational lighting, pumps,
and other electro-mechanical components.
We are seeking a Category Manager to lead our Watersystems,
Lighting, & Pedestals product lines at our Lowell, MI facility.
In addition to profit and loss responsibility, the Category
Manager will have the following primary responsibilities:
• Conduct market research and analysis to assess business
opportunities within a product category
• Utilize voice-of-the-customer data to define key attributes
for new/existing products, quality perceptions/issues, etc.
• Develop a multi-year strategic business plan and product plan
for the assigned category
• Act as a champion and manage new products through both the new
product development process and the new product introduction
process
• Develop detailed sales forecasts for the category and
coordinate with the purchasing, manufacturing, distribution, and
sales functions to meet inventory turn, fill rates, and customer
satisfaction objectives
• Support sales effort through pricing, sales analysis,
training, communications and promotions
Successful candidates will have an Undergraduate degree (MBA
preferred), along with 6+ years experience in marketing, product
management, and / or sales. Experience shall include leading
cross-functional and cross-business teams, and the ability to
manage category budget. Must have excellent mathematical,
analytical, and problem solving skills, and a demonstrated
ability to interpret and analyze data both quantitative and
qualitative. Strong mechanical aptitude and boating experience
considered a plus.
Position involves moderate travel (25- 50%).
Attwood offers an excellent compensation and benefits package
including health, dental, vision, life, 401(k), tuition
assistance, etc.
To apply for this position, please visit Brunswick's website at
www.Brunswick.com and select the 'Careers' link. Requisition
# 1459.
An Equal Opportunity Employer