Product Management Coordinator at HexArmor in Grand Rapids, MI

COMPANY OVERVIEW

HexArmor® is a leader in developing some of the most advanced PPE solutions for your eyes, hands, arms, and body. At HexArmor®, we believe safety is not a luxury – it’s a necessity. Since day one, we have worked hand-in-hand with our customers to design innovative, high performance PPE that helps ensure workers return home in the same condition they arrived.  Our mission is to provide the protection that makes this possible, for every worker, everywhere.

SUMMARY

The Below-the-neck (BTN) product team has grown significantly across multiple glove categories. This growth has created a need for an additional resource to support the day-to-day product management activities across these categories.

To this end, we are seeking a highly energetic, well-organized professional to support our product managers. This position will report directly to the Sr. Sourcing and Procurement Manager and offers ample opportunity for growth not only in our product team functions, but within the organization.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Product Management

• Perform basic product management activities including, but not limited to, product specification management, product standard and certification documentation, new product set up, competitive product research, and general product documentation control
• Works in conjunction with multiple departments including sales, marketing, operations, and quality assurance within the defined product categories to execute category objectives
• Provide administrative support to the Product Managers as needed
• Basic knowledge of subject matter across each product category
• Basic knowledge of product standard requirements in each product category
• Provides support in education and training on HexArmor’s BTN product categories
• Provides support with research – product, market, competitors, price positioning, etc.
• Executes sample requests and scheduling shipments to domestic and international partners
• Seeks opportunities to refine and improve processes

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Strong communication skills
• Desire to provide high level of customer service both to internal and external customers
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Efficient in the use of Microsoft office applications
• Knowledge and experience in Adobe Creative Suite are a plus
• 0-2 years relevant work experience
• 0-10% travel to domestic customers and international partner factories
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be a part of a high-performance team

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma, associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Product customization experience preferred, but not required

HexArmor is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

At HexArmor, we believe diversity in people and ideas makes us stronger. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee workforce honoring people’s experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds. As one HexArmor community, we strive to create and maintain a working environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and impartial.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

** Employment offers are contingent upon an E-Verify check and the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check **