**We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.** Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries. A career at Generac means stepping into a company that leads technological advances. For more than five decades, Generac has designed and manufactured diesel, natural gas, and bi-fuel generators, but we’ve evolved into so much more. As we continue to grow in both size and technological advances, we consistently push past norms to pave a way towards the future. We are not simply satisfied with what is working now. Instead, we challenge ourselves to revolutionize and optimize the industry while bringing out the best in our people. The Associate Product Manager - Stationary Diesel Generators is responsible for supporting the development and tactical implementation of product strategy for assigned business group product portfolio. This Industrial Energy Product Management Team role supports operating plans and results for their portfolio. The Associate Product Manager works closely with product managers, engineers, channel managers, project managers, product managers and other groups to develop and launch new products, support the sales process, and grow Generac's market position. **Minimum Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering or equivalent experience + 2+ years of progressive work experience in Marketing, Product Management or Engineering + Ability to work in an agile environment + Able to travel up to 25% of the time **Preferred Qualifications:** + Experience working in a technically-driven environment in the manufacturing sector **Essential Duties:** **40%** + Drive new product development teams to cost, schedule and performance metrics + Maintain financial analysis by product category and channel for assigned products + Gathers and maintains category foundational research. This includes industry- and consumer-focused research (e.g., industry outlet share, market share, and retail sales by price tier, competitive product profiles, consumer “pain points” and usage/attitude research) + Synthesizes data into facts and trends that validate company direction on product development + Support product management tasks by gathering customer feedback, assisting with research, and executing specific deliverables to ensure product success. **30%** + Assist in the creation of the product roadmap for the assigned categories with overall accountability for a specific product line within that category. + Assist the Director of Product Management with the definition and execution of product strategy for assigned product lines. + Interact cross-functionally with Marketing, IT, Engineering, and Sales to execute the product strategy and roadmap based on a three-year plan. **20%** + Assist with new product development activities including coordinating specification information, product uploads, and training + Assist with the successful launch of new products + Assist with the lifecycle management of the product line + Create and maintain spec sheets for assigned products + Understand product quality metrics and communicate any quality issues to leadership. + Respond to product and portfolio questions from internal and external customers in support of the product line. **Other Duties as assigned and the following:** + Maintain financial analysis by product category and channel for assigned products + In conjunction with Marketing, support development of promotional collateral including brochures, websites and white papers + Other duties as assigned **Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:** + Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite + Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills + Ability to understand and communicate technical product details to technical and non-technical stakeholders in a business environment + Effective organizational and prioritization skills with a high level of detail orientation + Ability to act proactively and identify innovative solutions with a passion for product + Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment + Demonstrated basic business and financial acumen + Demonstrated capability to gather and utilize market analysis to understand the competitive landscape and drive product development decisions + Problem solving, research, and analytical skills. **Great Reasons to work for Generac:** + Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more + Free onsite gym open Monday through Saturday for Generac employees + We offer product loan (for up to 4 days) and discount programs + Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits, many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line, while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators + Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back. The company proudly offers a Volunteer Time Off program, inviting team members to participate in charitable volunteer opportunities on company time. + We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days. + We’re an inclusive company that celebrates differences and keeps equity and respect at the forefront. **Physical Demands** : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel. _“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”_ Our success is directly tied to our employees’ professional growth and personal well-being, combined with strong families and communities. As an inclusive workplace, our employees embrace diversity, celebrate differences, and treat others with equality and respect. Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries. As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.