Job Description

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Manager within our Product Development team to help support our Adjustable Bed business.  Did you know we have been revolutionizing the sleep industry since 1883?  That’s right!  In fact, we hold the original patent on a spiral steel coil bed spring, filed way back in 1885.  Since then, we have been an industry leader in guaranteeing you get the best sleep possible.  If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a PLM Manager you will have the opportunity to work with a cross-functional team to develop the product portfolio plan.  Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by ensuring that our portfolio is competitive and aligned with our business strategy.  The team you will be working with is very innovative and eager to develop exciting new technologies, and values helping our customers improve their health through quality sleep technologies.

At this point, you’re probably thinking, this sounds great, right?!  But wait there’s more.  We’re proud of the fact that we are strongly rooted in being an inclusive, people-focused organization.  Our company culture reflects values like integrity, ownership, and authenticity. We take these to heart, and if you do as well, you’ll fit right in.

So, what will you be doing as a PLM Manager?

• Manage the 5-year Product Portfolio Plan and Product Lifecycle Management process and toolsets.
• Monitor financial performance and market share by product lines and technology feature packages.
• Monitor competitor product development activities, announcements, patents, and business development activities.
• Interpret customer needs information from Request For Proposal (RFP) and Customer Surveys to shape the future Product Portfolio Plan to provide features and technologies our customers need.
• Interpret warranty information provided by our Warranty Administration team as it relates to Product Portfolio Planning activities.
• Manage product and part level data management

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Management, or STEM field.
• 5+ years of experience in the durable consumer goods industry in product development, sales, or strategic marketing roles.
• Successful experience with analyzing raw data streams, developing logical conclusions, and applying strategic thinking skills to formulate winning product portfolio strategies.
• Persuasive written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and lead strategic decision-making initiatives.

Things we consider a plus

• An MBA is desired.
• Prior work experience in Product Lifecycle Management or Portfolio Planning.
• Experience in the home furniture or bedding industry.

Our benefits may vary slightly from one location to the next, but what you will find, is that we offer: medical, dental, and vision insurance; as well as paid vacation, paid personal time, and various opportunities to give back to your local community.  One convenient fact about our medical plan, is that we offer tele-visits, so you don’t have to leave the comfort of your home when you are feeling under the weather!  We also strongly encourage and provide opportunities for learning and professional development.  Our Learning & Development team has put together in-house training on subjects like front-line supervisor essentials, how to manage conflict in the workplace, and many others.

Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for!  Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team.  Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.

Leggett & Platt Inc. is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.  In keeping with our commitment, Leggett & Platt Inc. will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

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Nearest Major Market: Joplin
Job Segment: Marketing Manager, Marketing

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Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: Not Disclosed.

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