Product Manager; Task Seating - Holland, MI

We are currently looking for a Product Manager for our Seating Business Unit to join our team in Holland, MI.

As a Product Manager for Seating you will:

Lead the development and execution of product line management plans for the Seating category, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to achieve marketing objectives. Leverage understanding of the market, customers, and competitors to drive product adoption and achieve revenue targets.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams:
  
  Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams, including engineering, sales, supply chain, operations, finance, business resource center and marketing communications, to drive product success.
• Conduct competitive analysis:
  
  Conduct in‑depth competitive analysis to identify threats and opportunities, informing product positioning and differentiation strategies.
• Develop pricing strategies:
  
  Develop and implement pricing strategies that maximize profitability while remaining competitive in the market.
• Lead product planning:
  
  Lead the development of product plans for specific product lines, defining product roadmaps, launch timelines, and marketing strategies.
• Manage product line activities:
  Manage all aspects of assigned product lines including product budgets, forecasts, profitability, for new and existing products or product lines, to optimize product and financial performance.
• Monitor and analyze market trends:
  
  Continuously monitor and analyze market trends, customer feedback, and competitive activity to inform product strategy and support decision-making.
• Provide product expertise:
  
  Serve as a subject matter expert for assigned product lines, presenting product information and providing guidance and support, to internal and external stakeholders.
• Must be able to perform all essential job functions with/without accommodation.
• Uses office automation, communication, software, and tools used in Haworth office environment.
• Performs other duties within scope as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Business Administration, Marketing, or similar
• 5 years direct experience in Product Line Management, Category Management, or similar with Bachelor’s Degree (3 years experience with Master’s Degree)
• Applicants must be able to work in Holland, MI without relocation assistance.
• Applicants must possess an unrestricted right to work in the US to be eligible for this position.
• Military Equivalency extmove.org/vets/find/military
• Education Equivalency:
  Associate's Degree plus 2 years related experience OR 4 years related experience if no post‑secondary education

• 7 years experience in Product Line Management, Category Management, or similar.
• Direct experience within seating, furniture, or contract furniturestrongly preferred.
• Direct experience successfully launching new products, including cross‑functional collaboration and go‑to‑market execution.
• Direct experience successfully managing product portfolios, including lifecycle management and strategic roadmap development.
• Direct experience successfully presenting to customers and dealers, with strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Proficiency in Power BI, Excel, AI, and SAP.

Design your future with Haworth
Headquartered in Holland Michigan, Haworth is a family‑owned global powerhouse at the forefront of innovation and sustainable design in the workspace interiors industry. Here, you'll have access to state‑of‑the‑art resources, collaborate with cross‑functional teams of passionate innovators, and experience a blend of global reach with personal growth opportunities. Whether you're developing new manufacturing processes, implementing smart factory solutions, or designing tomorrow's workspace solutions, you'll be empowered to make a lasting impact while growing your career.

We believe in the power of collaboration and strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference. Your hard work, dedication, and talent are the foundation of our success and enable us to build meaningful connections with our customers and each other.

At Haworth, members enjoy benefits from their first day of employment:

• 20 Days Paid Time Off:
  Plus, the option to buy up to 5 extra days.
• Health Benefits:
  
  Priority Health Medical options, Delta Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401k Match:
  Contribute 6% of your annual salary, and Haworth will match up to 7%.
• Insurance Coverage:
  Company‑provided Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, and Life Insurance.