Product Marketing Specialist - Tooling

Company: Phoenix Contact USA
Location: Middletown
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Who We Are - Our Culture

When you join Phoenix Contact, you join a team of visionaries who are creating a sustainable world based on our passion for technology and innovation. Our mission is to create solutions for electrification, networking, and automation to contribute to a world in which renewable energy is available for the benefit of everybody. We create solutions for the challenges of today.

We are a team of passionate and welcoming people with vastly diverse backgrounds, who value honesty, friendliness, and trusting partnerships. We work together to promote a culture of entrepreneurial freedom that allows us to control our own destiny. We thrive in an inclusive environment where we recognize that our people are our biggest asset.

Job Summary

As a key contributor to the success of the business unit for assembly devices and industrial tools, the Product Marketing Specialist will assist the Product Marketing Manager gain mindshare among the direct sales force, drive revenue growth, and build market share for assigned product lines. These outcomes will result through implementation of comprehensive marketing plans, product launches, training, technical support, and high impact content development. The specialist will also cultivate relationships with international, regional and US headquarters associates and leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager in the implementation of marketing plans, policies, programs, pricing, and sales efforts.
• Assist Manager with strategic plans and annual programs including charting a 3-year playbook.
• Implement customer support programs and sales tools directed at national distribution partners.
• Create and implement high impact content for advertising, promotions, public relations and online.
• Deliver oral and written technical presentations for Phoenix personnel, authorized distributors and customers. 6. Conduct research to better understand customer buying activity, competitive landscape and market trends.
• Influence product stock levels and coordinate with appropriate departments to ensure demand is met.
  
  Must-Have Qualifications
  
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.
  • Two years B2B sales or product marketing experience, preferably within the electronics industry.
  • Excellent presentation skills for both verbal and written delivery.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams.
  • Ability to work independently and completes projects with minimal supervision.
  • Work as a team player to make a difference within the company with gratitude and appreciation toward others.
    
    We Value
    
    • Master's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.
    • Knowledge of assembly devices and industrial tools used in the construction of control cabinets or switchgear.
    • Strong internet research ability, social media experience and SEO skills.
    • Detailed reporting skills with analytical insight.
    • An honest and forthright presence by taking responsibility and by following through on commitments.
    • The ability to readily handle change through taking advantage of lifelong learning opportunities with an open mind and curious in the face of new challenges.
      
      Must Be Able To---
      
      • Travel 10-20% with some overseas travel.
      • Lift 50 pounds.
      • Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time (2-4 hours at a time).
      • Work on a computer for extended periods of time (up to 4 hours at a time).
      • Travel in vehicles (automobiles, trains & planes) for up to 10 hours.
      • Communicate effectively in verbal and written English.
        
        What's in it for you?
        
        Phoenix Contact offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, and a generous time off package. There are also a wide variety of additional benefits available including 14 weeks fully paid maternity leave & 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave, life insurance, short & long-term disability, on-site gym access, health & wellbeing center, on-site caf--, walking trails, tuition assistance, and more!
        
        Notice to Staffing Agencies, Placement Services, and Professional Recruiters:
        
        Phoenix Contact has an internal Staffing Department. Recruiters are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact Phoenix Contact employees directly in an attempt to present candidates. Phoenix Contact will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Phoenix Contact, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Phoenix Contact mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Phoenix Contact employees, or to Phoenix Contact's resume database will be considered Phoenix Contact property. Phoenix Contact will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Phoenix Contact will consider any candidate for whom a Recruiter has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Recruiter free of any charges or fees. Phoenix Contact will not pay a fee to any Recruiter that does not have a signed Phoenix Contact contract in place specific to the position for which the resume was submitted. Recruiting vendor agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Phoenix Contact's Director of Organization Development and Talent Acquisition or his or her designee. No other Phoenix Contact employee is authorized to bind Phoenix Contact to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Recruiters. By submitting a candidate to Phoenix Contact, recruiters agree to be bound and comply with this policy.
        
        Phoenix Contact is committed to the diversity of our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
        

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