Thayer Scale-Hyer Industries, Inc. (United States) - Thayer Scale, a global leader in industrial weighing technology, needs an experienced Product Manager for our Plastics & Chemicals market segment. This person will be responsible for the development and execution of our overall product and marketing strategy for this critical end-market. The on-site position is located at our corporate headquarters in Pembroke, Massachusetts.

A successful candidate will have 7+ years of experience in the bulk-solids material handling field, and deep knowledge of the Plastics and Chemicals market segments, particularly ethylene, propylene, and butylene raw stock processes, as well as custom polymer / resin compounding processes. S/he will have significant direct field experience either as a direct sales resource or a product marketing expert.

We’re looking for someone who is very goal oriented, has demonstrated success introducing new products to achieve market share growth, and thrives in a fast-pace, high-growth environment. We offer a competitive salary including base salary, and variable compensation based on achievement of targeted business objectives. We also offer great benefits, including 401K match, health, dental and vision plans.

Job responsibilities:

• Development and execution of our overall marketing strategy for the Plastics & Chemicals market segments. Including:
  • Messaging – development and communication of segment-specific messaging across all media
  • Print Strategy – determination of offline media and communication strategy to maximize lead generation and brand awareness in critical industry publications
  • Digital Strategy – formulation of social media, web content, outbound marketing and other digital marketing tools
• Product Pipeline Definition and Management
  • Working with existing and target new accounts to develop product requirements documents specifying required features and benefits
  • Visiting key accounts to perform Voice-of-the-Customer (VOC) assessments
  • Assessment of competitive products and services and identification of product gaps relative to competitive offerings
  • Assessment and evaluation of key segment-specific regulations and standards
  • Project management and oversight of development activity working closely with other senior stakeholders including Engineering, R&D and senior sales management
• Sales Support – delivery of segment-specific sales material in support of direct field-sales organization
  • Case studies, whitepapers, and other content establishing Thayer Scale as leader in segment.
  • PowerPoint presentations, Brochures, Webinars, and other content
  • Pricing tools and quoting templates
  • Regular, frequent travel with field sales organization in support of key account sales process
  • Trade-show management including attendance at 4-6 trade shows per year specific to the Plastics and Chemical markets
• Customer Satisfaction
  • Relevant metrics to ensure high customer satisfaction with our equipment and services
  • Participation in cross-functional Account Development Team processes

Required Skills:

• 7+ years of experience in a sales or marketing role in an instrumentation or industrial controls business, preferably in the Bulk Solids Material Handling industry
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or scientific field
• 5+ years of experience in the Plastics or Chemicals industry
• Knowledge of / or experience in Industrial Weighing, Feeding and Control preferable
• Experience with Lean Management or 6-sigma a plus
• Travel of 25% is typical

About Thayer Scale:

Thayer Scale – Hyer Industries is a privately held manufacturing & technology company, specializing in the manufacturing of equipment used for the continuous weighing and feeding of bulk materials for a wide variety of industries. The company has one of the longest uninterrupted operating records for engineering and manufacturing specialized continuous weighing and feeding equipment in the United States. Founded in 1949 in a garage in Rockland, Massachusetts and relocated shortly thereafter to the neighboring town of Pembroke on the South Shore of Massachusetts, the company has maintained its original business philosophy, product line specialization, and operating structure for more than a half century. Employee turn-over has consistently been very low permitting the company to develop a highly experienced workforce in each functional area of the business. This high degree of stability, continuity of leadership and laser-sharp product focus has been fundamental to the continued technical advancement of our uniquely designed conveyor belt scales and gravimetric feeders. It has allowed the company to grow from its early roots to its position today as one the global leaders in the continuous weighing industry.