Product Line Manager - Shotshell - Federal

Pay Range:$88,600.00 - $The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.

Job Description The Kinetic Group is a world leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of small caliber ammunition under the iconic brands B&P, CCI, Federal Premium, Fiocchi, HEVI, Remington and Speer. We have domestic ammunition manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, Idaho, Arkansas, and Missouri, and service law enforcement, government agencies and sporting enthusiasts throughout the world. Today, The Kinetic Group is a part of the Ammo+ division of The Czechoslovak Group (CSG), which holds a diverse portfolio of companies in the defense, security, automotive, aerospace and rail industries.  

Federal is seeking a Product Line Manager who is responsible for annual product plans, product development, sales support, product launch, and more for our Shotshell department. We build the industry's widest variety of ammunition and offer leading products for every facet of the shooting sports. As such, this role is critical in contributing to our success.

This position reports to the Global Product Lane Director and is based out of our Anoka, MN office.

What you’ll do:

Annual Product Planning Conduct required research and business analysis

Monitor performance/trends of key competitors & retailers

Develop line strategies and launch schedule

Validate with sales & international subsidiaries

Product Development Participate on New Product Team Lead consumer research

Generate consumer insights to drive new product development

Direct Ideation and Concept development/testing

Develop and manage 5 year new product roadmap

Deliver annual new product sales launch and sales targets

Spec new products (features, cost/pricing, etc)
Develop critical path schedules

Coordinate development/testing with contract manufacturing & suppliers

Product Launch Coordinate development of packaging and other collateral material with Marketing Communications Support development of product catalog and marketing materials

Sales Support Conduct product workshops at annual Sales Conference Provide ongoing product training

Participate in key account calls when necessary

Create derivatives/SMU’s and “special programs” for key accounts

Actively participate in key trade shows

Ongoing Product Line Management/Maintenance Track/analyze sales and profitability of new and existing products

Proactively manage inventory (excess, backorders, etc)
Assist in product forecasting and production planning

Experience you bring:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience5-years experience in Marketing/Sales and/or development of new products

Hunting and/or firearms industry experience (manufacturing or retail)
Strong general knowledge of Ammunition types and usages.

Experience in consumer products with proven results

Excellent communications skills

Ability to work at all levels of the organization

Proficiency in Excel, Word and Power Point Ability  to comfortably speak publicly

Ability to travel as needed

You might have:
Sporting Goods retail experience

Work Environment:

Employee work assignments may include tasks working with and/or exposure to potentially hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives. Safety training is provided to all employees to ensure compliance with company and federal regulations.

Benefits:

At The Kinetic Group, we believe the people who build great products deserve great support. That's why we offer day-one healthcare coverage, company-paid parental leave, a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6%, career development opportunities, education assistance, and paid time away from work to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

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Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled Summary Location :
Anoka, MNType:
Full time