Chervon is one of the world’s largest power tool and outdoor power equipment manufacturers with a rich history of innovation. Chervon’s commitment to build a better world by building better tools is evident in the products we manufacture and our green approach to manufacturing. We design, engineer and market power tools and outdoor power equipment within our brand portfolio- EGO, FLEX and SKIL and for other highly respected private brands. With world-class R&D, design, manufacturing, supply chain, marketing, sales, and service teams throughout the world, we do it all.
Summary of Responsibilities:
The Product Manager will manage private brand product portfolios, partnering with key retailers to expand the product lineup and drive business growth. As the "Product Champion," you will lead product strategy from ideation through launch and lifecycle management, ensuring alignment with customer needs and company objectives. This role demands strong cross-functional communication, multi-national collaboration, and the ability to effectively sell strategies to retail partners.
You will work closely with teams in the US and Global Product Management counterparts at our headquarters in Nanjing, China, to deliver exceptional products that create value for end-users.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Conduct research to identify customer needs and market trends, ensuring data-driven decision-making.
Develop innovative products that stand out in the marketplace, creating value for targeted consumers.
Champion the end-user experience by working with UX and industrial design teams to translate user needs into actionable product development.
Own the product development process from concept through launch and post-launch success, including packaging development, product photography and video production, and digital content creation.
Contribute to the development of 3–5 year product roadmaps for assigned categories in collaboration with the ODM team, ensuring alignment with company strategy.
Collaborate with retail partners to define and review product specifications, recommend new products, and make adjustments to existing lines as needed.
Analyze competitive products and market positioning to ensure Chervon’s offerings are competitive.
Work with retail customers' brand teams to create compelling packaging and marketing materials for in-store and e-commerce platforms.
Partner with the commercial team to develop product sales strategies and support customer line reviews by preparing relevant product and market data.
Present to retail customers during product line reviews and collaboration meetings.
Facilitate communication between North American and China-based teams to ensure smooth product development and launch processes.
Stay current on industry trends by attending workshops, networking, and engaging with professional societies.