Product Manager at SMS group Inc

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Management, Customer Requirements, Technical Assistance, Sales Support, Project Oversight, Business Development, Proposal Preparation, Team Collaboration, Long Products Industry Knowledge, Equipment Maintenance, Technology Commercialization, Autonomous Systems Applications, Communication Skills, Market Analysis, Strategic Planning, Field Service Management

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Summary This position will support the Modernizations/Upgrades, Spare Parts, Repair/Maintenance and Field Service for Long Products Medium / Heavy Section Rolling & Finishing Equipment. Who we are At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located. www.sms-group.us [http://www.sms-group.us/] What you’ll do * Responsible for development of the Medium / Heavy Section Rolling & Finishing equipment business in the USA. * Works directly with General Manager, Sales Manager and Product Specialist in the development and ongoing update of the Long Products strategic plan for Medium / Heavy Section Rolling & Finishing equipment in the USA. * Regular interaction with respective Medium / Heavy Section Rolling & Finishing Product Managers and Technical Sales Managers from Germany and Italy with periodic coordination and/or training meetings in Germany and/or Italy. * Ascertains customer requirements, evaluate feasibility, develops solution(s) in coordination with the respective Medium / Heavy Section CoC to meet customer’s requirements. * Supports the preparation of proposals/quotations including scope of supply, cost estimates, technical specifications and proposal drawings. * Supports Medium / Heavy Section Rolling & Finishing equipment repair & maintenance business. * Supports Medium / Heavy Section Rolling & Finishing equipment spare parts business as required. * Provide onsite technical assistance and sales support to customers as it relates to Medium / Heavy Section Rolling & Finishing equipment and components. * Provide project and field service oversight, managing customer expectations with an emphasis on sales/business development. * Work directly with other LP Product Managers and LP Product Specialists in the expansion of overall Long Products technical support and business development. * Provide business / marketing plans for development of additional business opportunities and product growth. * Expected travel, 25% to 30% What you’ll need * BS-ME/EE – or 10+ years relevant long products equipment experience. * Broad knowledge of the long products steel industry generally gained after 5+ years and successive progression through the industry * Requires strong working knowledge of LP process, equipment, operations, maintenance, engineering * Demonstrated prior success in technology commercialization * Experience with autonomous systems applications * Demonstrated prior success in achieving results using team driven philosophies * Demonstrated proficiency in supporting corporate interest from remote site locations and ability to communicate and exercise very positive people skills. * Requires travel to market established accounts in the USA. What we offer Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid vacation, paid holiday time, 401k with a company match, training, a tuition reimbursement program and more! What we do SMS group is the leading partner in the world of metals. We are an original equipment supplier offering comprehensive maintenance and spare part services for metals production, continuous casting and rolling (flat and long products), tubes, welded pipes, forging, non-ferrous technology, and heat treatment plants - all from a single source. SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test.

Responsibilities

The Product Manager will develop the Medium/Heavy Section Rolling & Finishing equipment business in the USA and work closely with various managers to update the strategic plan. The role involves customer interaction, proposal preparation, and providing technical assistance and sales support.