Senior Product Manager (Chicago) Job at MillerKnoll, Inc., Chicago, IL

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  • MillerKnoll, Inc.
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Why join us?

Geiger furnishes the modern office with beautiful solutions for private offices, conference rooms, collaborative spaces, and more. Our designs create environments that stimulate creativity, strengthen organizational culture, and communicate trust to clients and visitors.

Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind, striving toward this goal daily. Being part of Geiger means contributing to something larger than your work team or brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century, supporting causes aligned with our values to build a sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for all.

Position Overview

This role serves as the product champion for the Geiger | DatesWeiser product lines, developing, implementing, and managing product activities to maximize sales and profits. The role involves managing the product lines to support corporate strategies, including cross-platform processes, and acting as a key leader within product marketing.

Essential Functions

  • Develop and execute product plans and strategies for Geiger | DatesWeiser lines.
  • Lead pricing, discounting strategies, and ongoing analysis to optimize financial performance.
  • Provide feedback to innovation and development teams; support launch plans.
  • Make decisions regarding data management system functionalities.
  • Support strategic sales initiatives and provide product updates to sales teams.
  • Define analytical tools for decision-making related to product groups.
  • Determine product sales support and training needs.
  • Lead internal and external presentations for product training and other opportunities.
  • Address quality issues, evaluate, and implement necessary changes impacting P&L.
  • Manage the financial health of the product line, including P&L responsibility.
  • Oversee the product lifecycle from introduction to discontinuation, providing input on product simplification or discontinuation.
  • Mentor colleagues, set priorities in the absence of the Work Team Leader, and lead internship programs.
  • Identify opportunities for product extensions and new platforms; serve as a core team member.
  • Perform additional duties as needed to meet business goals.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree required; preferred in Marketing, Business Administration, or Interior Design.
  • Master's Degree preferred.
  • 6-8+ years of experience in product management/marketing or related fields.
  • Minimum of 3 years in project management or leadership roles.
  • Experience with contract furniture or capital goods is preferred.

Skills and Abilities

  • Strong understanding of customer and sales processes.
  • Knowledge of operations, supply management, and value streams.
  • Understanding of Herman Miller's channels and functions.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Creative, entrepreneurial, and risk-taking mindset.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to change.
  • Leadership and mentoring skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams.
  • Experience with market research and product platform teams.
  • Strong analytical and project management skills.
  • Financial acumen and decision-making abilities.
  • Proficiency with office software and communication tools.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time.

Physical Demands

Must be able to perform essential functions with or without accommodations.

Who We Hire

We value diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds, abilities, genders, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and veteran statuses. Geiger is committed to equal opportunity employment.

The starting salary range is $100,000 - $122,745, with potential bonuses and benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. We participate in E-Verify and encourage prompt applications, as positions close within 45 days of posting.

For accommodations during the application process, contact careers_help@millerknoll.com .

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Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Work at office,

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