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		<title>Product Manager Job (Atlanta, GA, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newell Rubbermaid is a global marketer of consumer and commercial products that touch the lives of people where they live, work and play. We are committed to building consumer and commercial Brands That Matter TM  while leveraging the benefits of being one company: shared expertise, operating efficiencies, and a culture of innovation. Our globally recognized brands include Sharpie, Paper Mate, DYMO, EXPO, Waterman, Parker, Rolodex, IRWIN, LENOX, BernzOmatic, Rubbermaid, Graco, Calphalon, Goody, and Teutonia. <br/><br/>This is a job summary which includes essential job duties of the position.  More specific information regarding duties may be provided upon request for particular locations and facilities. <br/><br/>The Kitchen Prep Product Manager will own the category of Kitchen Prep for the Calphalon brand, including overall P&L management.  This person will manage the overall health of the core categories, as well as drive strategic pipeline development and commercialization for new products. This role works cross-functionally with the supply chain functions,  R&D, Sales, Brand Marketing and other key functional areas  to develop and implement product line strategies which:  1) align with brand strategy and positioning, 2) meet our consumers' and customers' needs and 3) generate profitable growth for Calphalon.  The product lines included in the Kitchen Prep category are cutlery, utensils, gadgets, and accessories. <br/><br/>Duties and Responsibilities: <br/><br/>·Brand Alignment - understand brand positioning and translate into portfolio of category offerings that are relevant to target consumers and differentiated from competitors.<br/><br/>·Consumer and Market Understanding - Articulate consumer needs and marketplace dynamics that impact the product line.  Determine which needs are most important and integrate these consumer insights into decision making for design, product development, and demand creation.<br/><br/>·Strategy Setting - Frame up key strategic issues that impact the category and make strategic choices that will provide competitive advantage.<br/><br/>·New Product Development and Planning - Define, develop and commercialize new products that fit overall brand strategy.  Coordinate development, implementation, and execution of product plans with Sales, Finance, Research & Development and Operations.  Deliver new products on consumer, on cost, on time, on quality.<br/><br/>·Core Product Line Business Growth - Define and develop product strategy for core items, including optimizing the product line for profitability, SKU management and forecasting demand.<br/><br/>· Sales Support - Understand strategy of key customers and work with Channel and Field sales in the creation of product programs.  Direct, coordinate, and support the roll out these programs for marketing introduction of new products and discontinuation of existing products.<br/><br/>·P&L Management - Develop and manage required product line sales and gross margin goals. Deliver the required profit of product line by managing sales/gross margin and by bringing marketing programs in on budget.<br/><br/>·Requires a four-year degree<br/><br/>·Must have 4-5 years experience in product management and/or marketing with financial experience, for a strong consumer product company<br/><br/>·Demonstrated experience in and passion for consumer-centric marketing<br/><br/>·Previous experience with new product development<br/><br/>·Must demonstrate good communication, presentation, computer and analytical skills.<br/><br/>·Must be able to lead and work in a team environment.<br/><br/>Preferred Qualifications: <br/><br/>? Consumer Products Industry Experience <br/><br/>Newell Rubbermaid and its Business Units are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.]]></description>
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		<title>Senior Financial Analyst Job (Atlanta, GA, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newell Rubbermaid is a global marketer of consumer and commercial products that touch the lives of people where they live, work and play. We are committed to building consumer and commercial Brands That Matter TM  while leveraging the benefits of being one company: shared expertise, operating efficiencies, and a culture of innovation. Our globally recognized brands include Sharpie, Paper Mate, DYMO, EXPO, Waterman, Parker, Rolodex, IRWIN, LENOX, BernzOmatic, Rubbermaid, Graco, Calphalon, Goody, and Teutonia. <br/><br/>This is a job summary which includes essential job duties of the position.  More specific information regarding duties may be provided upon request for particular locations and facilities. <br/><br/>Newell Rubbermaid - Decor, a leading manufacturer of custom blinds, shades, drapery hardware, and cabinet hardware is currently seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst to add to its dynamic, high-energy and results-driven staff. <br/><br/>RESPONSIBILITIES  <br/><br/>·         Develop financial analyses for new product introductions and assigned customers. <br/><br/>·         Analyze promotional/pricing opportunities using financial models. <br/><br/>·         Analyze SG&A expenses, develop forecasts, and explain variances versus budget and latest estimate. <br/><br/>·         Budget, forecast, and report customer rebate programs. <br/><br/>·         Prepare and analyze monthly Customer/Product Profitability and/or Billing Meeting to assist management with decision-making. <br/><br/>·         Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations. <br/><br/>·         Remain compliant with SOX and GAAP principles in assigned areas. <br/><br/>·         Assist in internal and external audit process. <br/><br/>·         Perform ad-hoc analysis as requested by senior management.     <br/><br/>·Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, MBA or CPA preferred.<br/><br/>·3-5 years experience in finance/accounting, with a demonstrated record of increasing levels of responsibility. Consumer products experience preferred.<br/><br/>·Ability to develop financial analyses and support a conclusion within limited time constraints utilizing limited or less than perfect information.<br/><br/>·Strong foundation with Microsoft Office products (primarily Excel, Powerpoint, and Access).<br/><br/>·Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.<br/><br/>·Results oriented. Must be flexible and able to prioritize tasks in order to meet deadlines.<br/><br/>·Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to interact with high credibility at various levels within the organization.<br/><br/>Preferred Qualifications: <br/><br/>·Consumer Products Industry Experience<br/><br/>·CPA or MBA a plus<br/><br/>·SAP, Hyperion and COGNOS experience a plus<br/><br/>Newell Rubbermaid And its Business Units are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.]]></description>
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		<title>Assistant Treasurer Job (Atlanta, GA, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[We're Newell Rubbermaid, a global marketer of consumer products with a powerful brand family that touches people everyday in everything they do. From hardware to storage to cookware, they are products that are useful, well made, and customer and consumer focused. It's our people that make it all possible. Their passion for innovation and dedication to the values of our business everyday to produce positive results and competitive rewards for their contributions. <br/><br/>Our Commitment to supporting a diverse workplace and work environment is based on sound business judgment, a desire to win the war for talent by attracting and retaining the very best employees, and a fundamental belief in and respect for the individual. Interested in making the world a better place? We invite you to explore our current opportunities. <br/><br/>This is a job summary which includes essential job duties of the position.  More specific information regarding duties may be provided upon request for particular locations and facilities. <br/><br/>The Assistant Treasurer will report to the Treasurer and will be responsible for capital structure management, financing, global cash management, interest and cash forecasting, developing and maintaining banking relationships, global financial risk management, FAS 133, SOX compliance and special assignments including acquisitions and divestitures.  Responsible for the global cash and financial risk management functions of Newell Rubbermaid, cash and short-term investment management and capital structure management.  Additional responsibilities include the following: <br/><br/>·Provide advice and implement financing alternatives to meet company objectives and minimize the company's cost of capital.<br/><br/>·Regularly evaluate long term funding alternatives, including evolving financing technology and equity.<br/><br/>·Forecast cash flow, estimate financing requirements and recommend appropriate timing and type of funding.<br/><br/>·Manage the company's global and in-country cash pooling to provide adequate liquidity to fund the working capital needs of the business while minimizing excess cash balances.<br/><br/>·Manage the company's commercial paper and letter of credit programs.<br/><br/>·Manage the company's revolving credit program and develop and maintain relationships with participating banks.<br/><br/>·Develop relationships with other banks and financing institutions that may have a strategic fit with Newell Rubbermaid.<br/><br/>·Manage the company's interest expense budget.<br/><br/>·Work closely with the tax, legal and accounting functions on internal financing arrangements, capitalizations repatriation of cash, acquisitions, divestitures, etc<br/><br/>·Manage the company's interest rate, foreign exchange and commodities risk management programs, including forecasting rates and recommendations hedging strategies.<br/><br/>·Oversee the execution of risk management strategies, including SWAPS, forwards, options, spot transactions, locks, derivatives and balance sheet hedges.<br/><br/>·Ensure the company's compliance with all accounting policies relating to treasury activity (cash, investments, debt, capital, interest, derivatives, fx, etc.) including FAS 133 and update Sarbanes.<br/><br/>·Perform funding analysis and provide recommendations relating to acquisition opportunities.<br/><br/>·Ensure effective integration of acquisitions and TSA's relating to divestitures.<br/><br/>·Develop and maintain treasury KPI's and performance metric reporting.<br/><br/>·Full budget responsibility for global treasury functions.<br/><br/>·Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting required; Masters degree preferred<br/><br/>·7-10 years experience in corporate treasury<br/><br/>·International experience required, including foreign currency and foreign debt<br/><br/>·Strong finance/accounting background and the demonstrated ability to lead and motivate people<br/><br/>·Experience with hedge accounting and accounting for derivatives<br/><br/>·Strong corporate cash and risk management experience<br/><br/>·Aggressive, creative, articulate, results oriented<br/><br/>·Ability to grow and change with the organization <br/><br/>·The ability to prioritize and effectively delegate is also a must<br/><br/>Preferred Qualifications: <br/><br/>·Consumer Products Industry experience <br/><br/>·Experience with SAP and SAP Treasury application<br/><br/>Newell Rubbermaid and its Business Units are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.]]></description>
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		<title>Supply Chain Management Development Program Job (Atlanta, GA, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newell Rubbermaid is a global marketer of consumer and commercial products that touch the lives of people where they live, work and play. We are committed to building consumer and commercial Brands That Matter TM  while leveraging the benefits of being one company: shared expertise, operating efficiencies, and a culture of innovation. Our globally recognized brands include Sharpie, Paper Mate, DYMO, EXPO, Waterman, Parker, Rolodex, IRWIN, LENOX, BernzOmatic, Rubbermaid, Graco, Calphalon, Goody, and Teutonia. <br/><br/>Newell Rubbermaid's Supply Chain Management Development Program is a key component of our world-class operational strategy. As part of this two-year program, you will participate in four, six-month assignments in Manufacturing, Sourcing, Engineering, and Supply Chain/Logistics. You will have an opportunity to work with a broad range of products in a variety of environments. Possible roles and responsibilities you may have during the program include:  <br/><br/>· Manufacturing : Supervision, project management, continuous improvement, production planning and scheduling, Business Excellence initiatives including Lean Manufacturing, safety and worker's compensation, and quality.<br/><br/>· Sourcing:  Supplier quality, negotiation, contractual agreements, freight and duty, inventory management, supplier selection, and financial metrics. <br/><br/>· Engineering:   Product testing, conceptual design (industrial design, mechanical design, project design), CAD/CAM, capital projects, process flow, facility layout, TPM, Six Sigma, and SMED. <br/><br/>· Planning/Logistics:  Production planning and scheduling, forecasting, logistics, transportation, distribution, distribution center management, and inventory management.<br/><br/>·Completed a bachelors or masters degree from a 4-year program in Operations, Engineering, Logistics or related field prior to program start date July 2010.<br/><br/>·Seeking to learn and practice the trade of a consumer products-related business through a fast-paced, high energy, dynamic position.<br/><br/>·0 - 2 years of work experience highly preferred.<br/><br/>·Qualified candidates must have a proven record of commitment, ambition and drive toward establishing and achieving goals.<br/><br/>·Candidates must also be able to work as part of a team and have demonstrated leadership ability. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential to this position.<br/><br/>·MDP participants will complete their four rotations in two separate locations and must be able to relocate within the continental United States.<br/><br/>Newell Rubbermaid and its Divisions are Equal Opportunity Employers and are Drug Free Organizations. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply. Newell Rubbermaid does not sponsor foreign citizens for H-1B visas, permanent resident status or temporary work authorization for this position.]]></description>
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		<title>Buyer/Planner (Calphalon Retail) Job (Atlanta, GA, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newell Rubbermaid is a global marketer of consumer and commercial products that touch the lives of people where they live, work and play. We are committed to building consumer and commercial Brands That Matter TM  while leveraging the benefits of being one company: shared expertise, operating efficiencies, and a culture of innovation. Our globally recognized brands include Sharpie, Paper Mate, DYMO, EXPO, Waterman, Parker, Rolodex, IRWIN, LENOX, BernzOmatic, Rubbermaid, Graco, Calphalon, Goody, and Teutonia. <br/><br/>This is a job summary which includes essential job duties of the position.  More specific information regarding duties may be provided upon request for particular locations and facilities. <br/><br/>Calphalon, a division of Newell Rubbermaid, is a leading manufacturer and distributor of kitchen housewares. <br/><br/>General Function: <br/><br/>Responsible for developing and executing business strategies and seasonal assortment plans to maximize the sales and profitability. Plan and purchase inventory to maximize in-stock levels, and inventory turn while minimizing overstocks. <br/><br/> Planning <br/><br/>·Project overall sales for each  season/quarter by:<br/><br/>·Store<br/><br/>·Product Category/Product Line<br/><br/>·By SKU<br/><br/>·Analyze SKU sales performance to determine inventory liability<br/><br/>·Set up measurement tools to measure productivity (by store, sq. ft, etc)<br/><br/>·Create in depth analysis on current trends and project the sales impact of such<br/><br/>·Update POS system with:<br/><br/>·Lead Times<br/><br/>·Max/Min Replenishment levels<br/><br/>·Ensure timely and accurate SKU/inventory data input<br/><br/>·Placement of initial orders and reorders<br/><br/>·Monitor flow of merchandise for distribution centers/vendors to stores<br/><br/>·Recommend disposition strategy for non-productive inventory.<br/><br/>·Provide specific input on sales and inventory levels for Open to Buy, Overstocks, etc.<br/><br/>·Recommend product changes to increase sales such as changes in door count, assortments or new product ideas.<br/><br/>·Set up analytical tools to measure promotional activity and make future recommendations.<br/><br/>Buying <br/><br/>·Partner with manager to develop business strategies/seasonal assortment plans.<br/><br/>·Perform market analysis, competitive shop and analyze sales trends to keep abreast of current trends.<br/><br/>·Identify internal and external product/buying opportunities to develop seasonal business strategies<br/><br/>·Develop and Recommend seasonal and core product mix<br/><br/>·Develop seasonal and annual promotional strategies/calendars<br/><br/>·Establish and maintain strong lines of communication with vendors, customer service, demand planning, and stores.<br/><br/>·Escalate packaging, quality and internal/external performance issues to appropriate owner and develop action plan to address<br/><br/>·Partner with Retail Coordinator on all store communication (training, directives, etc)<br/><br/>Visual Merchandising Collaboration <br/><br/>·Partner with Visual Merchandising on plan-o-gram maintenance.  When assortment changes occur develop plan-o-gram strategies and ensure plan-o-gram updates.<br/><br/>·Partner with Visual Merchandising to develop suggested merchandising strategies to execute in stores.<br/><br/>·Requires approximately 20% travel<br/><br/>·A Bachelor's Degree preferably in business, finance, or marketing<br/><br/>·<br/><br/>3  years of retail buying experience <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>MS Office experience, with knowledge of spreadsheet and database programs  <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Self motivated  <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Analytical skills  <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Ability to multi-task  <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Strategic agility  <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Negotiating skills   <br/><br/>Newell Rubbermaid and its Business Units are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.]]></description>
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		<title>Director, Channel Marketing &amp; Business Development - Decor Job (Atlanta, GA, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newell Rubbermaid is a global marketer of consumer and commercial products that touch the lives of people where they live, work and play. We are committed to building consumer and commercial Brands That Matter TM  while leveraging the benefits of being one company: shared expertise, operating efficiencies, and a culture of innovation. Our globally recognized brands include Sharpie, Paper Mate, DYMO, EXPO, Waterman, Parker, Rolodex, IRWIN, LENOX, BernzOmatic, Rubbermaid, Graco, Calphalon, Goody, and Teutonia. <br/><br/>This is a job summary which includes essential job duties of the position.  More specific information regarding duties may be provided upon request for particular locations and facilities. <br/><br/>This position is responsible for leading the channel marketing efforts of the Decor business.  Working in conjunction with the Vice President, the Director of Channel Marketing is charged with the collaborative creation, development, execution, and measurement of the company's channel marketing strategy.  This strategy involves both cultivation of existing channels of distribution ("farming") and, importantly, the qualification, development, and ownership of new channels and routes to market ("hunting").  The Director will have direct reporting relationships with the Channel Managers.  <br/><br/>Additionally, the Director has responsibility for budgeting, forecasting, trade promotional planning, channel pricing strategy, merchandising display coordination and execution, category management, recruiting, staffing and training.  The Director uses his or her keen market insight to provide analysis of key business trends, pricing factors, and competitive activity.  Working in close collaboration with the Decor sales and brand management teams, the Director coordinates business development initiatives to drive profitable growth in line with the company's strategic plan. <br/><br/>Job Responsibilities: <br/><br/>·Relationship sales role - developing a superior working relationship with key individuals and groups within Decor and the Strategic and Key Accounts.  Gaining the respect and support needed from all parties to ensure that things get done - even when a direct reporting relationship is not present.<br/><br/>·Annual account/channel planning - partnering with key sales and brand management to provide comprehensive annual account plans to achieve sustainable share growth, defend and grow current share base and drive conversion (either via new category and/or incremental promotional planning)<br/><br/>·Publish and plan for annual line review calendar targets<br/><br/>·Publish and plan for annual promotional activities<br/><br/>·Initiate and lead monthly Channel Operations Review to 1) ensure metric tie in to divisional growth initiatives and 2) drive local ownership review and course correction activities on monthly cadence<br/><br/>·Channel/account cat mgt mix review<br/><br/>·S&OP<br/><br/>·Customer scorecard review<br/><br/>·Line review calendar review<br/><br/>·Commercialization channel review<br/><br/>·Promo planning review<br/><br/>·Development and execution of strategic and tactical plans for each channel of distribution that are derived from the category strategies<br/><br/>·Critical process management role - with the input and approval of all required internal and external parties, and within budget; this position has the ultimate responsibility for managing the design, communication, implementation, monitoring, and (if necessary) re-designing of the critical processes required to ensure that the "delight factor" is consistently achieved for  Strategic and Key Accounts as well as the overall business itself.  Critical process areas include, but are not limited to:<br/><br/>·PE & OAR initiation, analysis, & resolution<br/><br/>·Trade promotions / advertising<br/><br/>·Channel pricing strategy<br/><br/>·Line Review development and presentation<br/><br/>·Commercialization plans for new product rollouts<br/><br/>·Mix management & planogram development<br/><br/>·Merchandising & cross-merchandising initiatives<br/><br/>·Programming & sell-thru initiatives including promotional activity<br/><br/>·Budgeting & Forecasting<br/><br/>·Policy & procedure guidelines<br/><br/>·Category management - having primary responsibility for ensuring that "Category Management" is conducted with both Strategic and Key Accounts in such a manner that it is seen as a sustainable competitive advantage for Decor.  Serve in the key external "Category Manager" role, working with both the Strategic Account and Decor's internal "Category Management" group.  This role includes, but is not limited to:<br/><br/>·Establishing the formal Cat. Mgmt. framework, process, and communication flow between Decor and the Strategic / Key Account(s)<br/><br/>·Ensuring all necessary information is secured and delivered within pre-determined due dates<br/><br/>·Supporting the "consultant role" which Decor will play in managing the department for the Strategic / Key Account(s)<br/><br/>·Delivering monthly updates, in person and in writing, to the Strategic / Key Account(s)<br/><br/>·Communication role -  the position requires superior communication itself as well as the coordination of communication between functions and within functions at Décor.<br/><br/>·New Business Development Role - the position is charged with the responsibility for securing new business; either through the effective management of conversion selling, promotional selling, cross merchandising, new product introduction, or line reviews on existing products.  Critically important is the exploration and development of new route to market / business model opportunities that can expand the reach of the Décor business.<br/><br/>·Individual Development role -  the Director works with his/her team to improve competencies and technical aspects of each position, and prepares the associate for future positions and additional responsibility.<br/><br/>·<br/><br/>College Degree required; MBA preferred <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>7-10 years of Sales, Management, and/or Channel experience <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Excellent written & verbal communication skills <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Achieving "Delight Factor" for the Strategic / Key Accounts through superior coordination of non-direct reporting assets <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Revenue and Profit Objectives <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Increased Sales/Shelf Share <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Trade promotion activity <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Driving Merchandising and POP initiatives <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Establishment of key relationships (internal and external) <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Successful execution of strategic plans <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Crisis Management <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Impactful Training Program <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Process design, management, and implementation <br/><br/>·<br/><br/>Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Powerpoint, Excel) <br/><br/>Preferred Qualifications: <br/><br/>? Consumer Products Industry Experience <br/><br/>Newell Rubbermaid and its Business Units are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.]]></description>
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		<title>Product Marketing Manager - Label Writers DYMO Job (Atlanta, GA, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newell Rubbermaid is a global marketer of consumer and commercial products that touch the lives of people where they live, work and play. We are committed to building consumer and commercial Brands That Matter TM  while leveraging the benefits of being one company: shared expertise, operating efficiencies, and a culture of innovation. Our globally recognized brands include Sharpie, Paper Mate, DYMO, EXPO, Waterman, Parker, Rolodex, IRWIN, LENOX, BernzOmatic, Rubbermaid, Graco, Calphalon, Goody, and Teutonia. <br/><br/>This is a job summary which includes essential job duties of the position.  More specific information regarding duties may be provided upon request for particular locations and facilities.   <br/><br/>This position will be responsible for managing the Professional LabelMaker product line within the DYMO Labeling brand to build consumer demand, market share, sales, and profitability grounded in deep consumer, product, and market understanding. This individual will lead portfolio management, integrated marketing planning and pricing management and will assist in recommending brand strategy and building a solid product pipeline. <br/><br/>·Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic plan for the profitable management of pricing, gross margins and OI across assigned product lines. This may also entail a monthly forecast of assigned product lines to include detailed tactics required to meet the strategic objectives. <br/><br/>·Lead a cross-functional team to create a robust pipeline of new products based upon consumer insights and market needs, and following the Consumer Driven Innovation process.  Collaborate with consumer insights to write new product concept statements.  Recommend product features and benefits, and overall product design, based upon consumer insights and needs.  <br/><br/>·Work collaboratively with consumer insights and R&D to analyze consumer trends, technologies, product categories, and geographies to help identify category trends and future sources of growth.  Analyze product portfolio to help determine product classes to enter, exit, or maintain. <br/><br/>·Manage an annual situation assessment, which analyzes overall product line and business performance.  Recommends business implications from key conclusions. <br/><br/>·Forecast and launch products for commercial and retail customers. <br/><br/>·Review channel, country cluster and customer-specific point-of-purchase trade plans to ensure consistency with marketing objectives and strategies, and marketing plan. <br/><br/>·Assist in leading cross-functional teams to achieve company objectives, as well as, act as a contact for manufacturing, purchasing, sales, quality, and engineering.  <br/>·Provide product training to customers and consumers. <br/><br/> · Bachelors/University degree in Marketing or related field, degree in marketing preferred<br/><br/>· 4 years experience in product management with a proven track record of results<br/><br/>· Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously<br/><br/>· Creative thinking/problem solving skills<br/><br/>· Initiative & follow-through<br/><br/>· Strong project management skills<br/><br/>· Self-motivated with a strong work ethic<br/><br/>· Solid analytical skills and acute attention to details<br/><br/>· Ability to work effectively across functions and lead teams<br/><br/>·Strong oral and written communication skills are required; must be able to present data and conclusions in an organized manner<br/><br/>Preferred Qualifications:<br/><br/>·               Consumer Products or Technology Industry Experience<br/><br/>·               Experience working directly with retailers or other large customers<br/><br/>·               Experience conducting primary consumer research, including focus groups and in office ethnographies<br/><br/>Newell Rubbermaid and its Business Units are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws.  M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.]]></description>
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		<title>Associate Product Manager, Industrial - DYMO Job (Atlanta, GA, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newell Rubbermaid's innovative global technology solutions enable businesses, educational institutions, and consumers to more efficiently share, manage and organize information.  Our global technology brands platform includes DYMO®, label/CD/DVD printers and file scanning software ( www.dymo.com ), CardScan®, business card scanners and contact management software featuring AtYourServiceTM ( www.cardscan.com ), EndiciaTM, online shipping, mailing and customized postage solutions ( www.endicia.com  and  www.pictureitpostage.com ) and MimioTM, interactive whiteboards and digital ink recorders ( www.mimio.com ).  These technology brands join a rich heritage of brands at Newell Rubbermaid including Calphalon®, EXPO®, Goody®, Graco®, Irwin®, Lenox®, Paper Mate®, Parker®, Rolodex®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie®, and Waterman®. <br/><br/>Job Summary : <br/><br/>Key member of a brand management team, managing assignments to meet objectives under the guidance of a manager.  Primary responsibilities at this level include leading cross-functional teams, managing projects, new product execution, performing business analysis and tracking, and supporting the brand manager with the overall consumer marketing and management of the brand. <br/><br/>Job Responsibilities : <br/><br/>Consumer and Market Insights:  <br/><br/>·Tracks marketing metrics, such as share/POS, distribution, and pricing.  Recommends conclusions and action steps for the brand and business.<br/><br/>·Supports consumer insights in executing custom research, including developing research materials and product samples, and participating in and observing research.<br/><br/>Brand Strategy: <br/><br/>·Participates in brand strategy discussions and in setting a bulls-eye consumer target.<br/><br/>·Works collaboratively with marketing communications to execute packaging designs consistent with a determined communications hierarchy and a global style guide.  Works collaboratively with marketing communications to complete a creative brief prior to beginning any work. <br/><br/>Innovation and Product Portfolio Management: <br/><br/>·Participates on a cross-functional team to develop new products following the CDI process, including analyzing information to help set the sales forecast and financials and writing concept statements for consumer testing.  Executes SKU level new items.<br/><br/>·Supports brand manager in creating the "bring-to-market" plan for new products, including developing product selling materials and samples, and creating marketing programming.<br/><br/>·Analyzes historical new product launches, and reports on vitality rates.<br/><br/>·Analyzes consumer trends and information, and categories to help identify product categories to enter as future sources of growth.  Analyzes information to support brand manager in recommending to enter, exit, or maintain product classes.<br/><br/>·Assists with day-to-day maintenance functions on existing product lines.<br/><br/>Pricing: <br/><br/>·Analyzes market, consumer, and competitive information to support brand manager in setting new product pricing and managing price on existing items.<br/><br/>·Works collaboratively with channel marketing to monitor competitive pricing information and tracks own-brand pricing.  Recommends key conclusions and action steps for the brand and business.<br/><br/>Integrated Marketing Plannning: <br/><br/>·Analyzes consumer, category, competition, and channel/customer as part of a situation assessment.  Recommends key conclusions.<br/><br/>·Participates in identifying marketing objectives and strategies and the bulls-eye consumer target for the upcoming year.  Analyzes information to support brand manager in recommending A&P budget for the upcoming year.<br/><br/>·Works collaboratively with marketing communications and external agencies to create marketing programming, including writing creative briefs that outline project scope and needs, and linking across cross-functional groups.<br/><br/>·Analyzes and provides consumer, category, and brand information to support channel marketing and sales in category management and sales presentations.  Develops product selling materials and samples for internal sales meetings.<br/><br/>·Reviews channel and customer-specific point-of-purchase trade plans and provides feedback on consistency with marketing plan.<br/><br/>·Supports brand manager in estimating ROI for A&P initiatives.<br/><br/>Financial Management <br/><br/>·Analyzes current performance, trends, market conditions, and other contributing factors to help brand manager in recommending base and stretch revenue goals for upcoming year.<br/><br/>·Works with channel marketing and sales to identify programming to generate incremental sales and/or profitability.<br/><br/>·Works collaboratively with operations/sourcing to identify and develop productivity initiatives.<br/><br/>·Analyzes information to support brand manager in development of a 6-18 month S&OP product forecast at the product family level for new and existing products.  Participates in S&OP demand agreement meetings.<br/><br/>·Works collaboratively with cross-functional team to reduce finished goods inventory and E&O.<br/><br/>·Works collaboratively with finance, channel, and sales in annually pruning unproductive SKU's.<br/><br/>Organization Role and Structure and Talent Management <br/><br/>·Completes PMDP process for self.<br/><br/>·Supports brand management function in recruiting for brand management positions.<br/><br/>·Uses appropriate decision-making and approval processes in a timely manner.  Assists with general marketing discipline functions, including overall 'day-to-day' operations of the brand and product lines.<br/><br/>·Four-year college degree<br/><br/>·Entry level brand management position graduating college through 2 years of marketing and/or general management work experience.<br/><br/>·Sales, channel management, consumer insights, or marketing communications experience preferred.<br/><br/>Marketing Skills: <br/><br/>·Basic level- consumer and market insights, innovation and product portfolio management, pricing, integrated marketing planning, and financial management<br/><br/>·Business and brand development, teamwork and collaboration, and drive for results <br/><br/>Preferred Qualifications: <br/><br/>? Consumer Products Industry Experience <br/><br/>Newell Rubbermaid and its Business Units are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.]]></description>
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