Position Summary

The Coats Company is seeking an Associate Product Manager who will report to the Director of Strategy & Product. This individual will own the product development, roadmap, and vision for digital products. The Associate Product Manager will work closely with Engineering/Design to craft unique products/interfaces that improve user experience, brand interest, and customer engagement.

Business Background

The Coats Company is headquartered in greater Nashville, TN. With facilities in the U.S., Canada, and abroad, Coats is one of the world’s foremost manufacturers of aftermarket automotive equipment. We are seeking talented innovators eager to be in the driver’s seat for an exciting digital transformation.

What You Will Do

• Become an expert of Coats equipment through hands-on training with the product line.
• Coordinate with Marketing to generate brand awareness for digital products through search, social media, and email.
• Gather and analyze insights related to customer preferences, buying habits, wants, and needs.
• Weigh insights against strategic priorities to develop a roadmap of new offerings for your product line.
• Manage product lifecycle; work cross-functionally with key stakeholders to execute your roadmap and vision.
• Advocate for design decisions through effective storytelling to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop prototypes and mockups that clearly illustrate the look and function of an interface.
• Solicit user feedback to design iterative prototypes of increasing customer value.
• Utilize creativity and outside the box thinking to deliver meaningful and memorable products.
• Anticipate and resolve tactical roadblocks before they manifest into strategic concerns.
• Respond to customer/partner inquiries with timeliness and care.

Measurements of Performance

• Revenue growth.
• Margin expansion.
• Success of new products (New Product Vitality).
• UX KPIs: Task Success Rate, System Usability Score, User Error Rate.

WHO YOU ARE

• Industry 4.0 Expertise: Deep understanding of Industry 4.0 concepts, technologies, and trends, including IoT, AI/ML, cloud computing, and data analytics.
• Product Management Experience: Proven track record in product management, including ideation, development, launch, and post-launch optimization of digital products. Ability to create and execute product roadmaps aligned with business goals and customer needs in the context of Industry 4.0.
• Coding Languages Proficiency: Proficiency in the most common coding languages, such as Python, Java, C++, and JavaScript. While you might not be a full-fledged developer, you should have enough coding knowledge to understand technical challenges, collaborate effectively with development teams, and make informed decisions.
• API Integration Skills: Experience in integrating diverse systems and technologies through APIs (Application Programming Interfaces). Understanding of how to design, implement, and manage API connections to ensure seamless interoperability between different components of partnered solutions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineers, designers, product managers, and business stakeholders. The ability to bridge communication gaps between technical and non-technical stakeholders is crucial for successful product development.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Experience in leveraging data analytics and metrics to make informed product decisions. Proficiency in using data analysis tools and platforms to gather insights, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and iterate on product features based on user behavior and market trends.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or associated fields.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-3 years of software experience in a business setting.
• Familiarity with Android based applications and interfaces.
• Ability to drive an integrated and effective brand refresh across marketing channels.
• Ready and willing to be the face of a company’s digital transformation.
• Demonstrated interest in the automotive sector.

Benefits

• Hybrid.
• 2 weeks paid leave.
• Company laptop provided.
• Minimal travel expected (10%) for industry conferences, trade shows, site visits, and/or working groups.
• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
• Health Savings, Flexible Spending, and Dependent Care accounts.
• Tuition assistance in pursuit of approved certifications and degrees.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

The Coats Company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidates with less education/experience or other interests may be considered for future opportunities.

The COATS Company is a leading, global manufacturer of wheel service, alignment, and inspection equipment. COATS engineers, manufactures, and builds equipment, accessories, and consumables for the automotive market. All of our products are built with quality, durability, and usability in mind. To support our customers and their COATS equipment, we have a dedicated team of top-notch direct technicians all across the United States. We’re proud to be made in Nashville, Tennessee while supplying equipment globally to our customers. Drawing on decades of expertise, market perspective, and innovative engineering, Coats keeps repair shops, tire dealers, big box retailers, and car dealerships rolling and ready for rapid industry evolution.

Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global industrial technology company uniting critical mobility and multi-energy technologies and solutions to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving, more connected mobility ecosystem. Leveraging leading market positions, decades of domain expertise and unparalleled portfolio breadth, Vontier enables the way the world moves – delivering smart, safe, and sustainable solutions to our customers and the planet. Vontier has a culture of continuous improvement built upon the foundation of the Vontier Business System and embraced by over 8,500 colleagues worldwide. Additional information about Vontier is available on the Company’s website at www.vontier.com.

“Vontier Corporation and all Vontier Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law.”

“Vontier Corporation and all Vontier Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law.”

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