Manager, Product Information Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Pennsylvania.

📋 Description

• Oversee Kennametal's global Product Information Management function and team

• Take ownership of the Product Information vision, objectives, roadmap, and release strategy

• Foster partnerships with internal and external customers, analyzing their needs, constraints, and cost-benefit factors

• Develop the scope and outline backlog items such as epics, features, and user stories

• Refine and prioritize backlog items while collaborating with the development team to ensure effective execution

• Act as a key stakeholder in scrum planning, refinement, review, and sprint events

• Ensure accurate product data delivery across web platforms, CAD/CAM partners, and distribution partner sites

• Serve as the champion for Digital Product Information and manage ROI

• Conduct audits and generate reports to assess data quality and completeness

• Identify gaps in product data and processes, defining effective procedures, guidance, and standards

• Establish processes, roles, and training for a leading product management ecosystem

• Investigate markets, competitors, and industry-leading peer companies

• Enhance understanding of Agile methodologies, Design Thinking, new technologies, and emerging trends

• Lead technology initiatives that deliver an optimal PIM and MDM experience

• Collaborate with Business Owners and SMEs regarding digital product development readiness for release

• Partner with Engineering, Global Product Management, Sales, and Digital teams to enhance customer digital experiences

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, Information Management, Digital Commerce, or a related discipline

• Over 7 years of experience in Product Management, Product Information Management, Product Marketing, Portfolio Management, Commercial Excellence, Digital Commerce, Customer Experience, or a related area

• Proven experience leading cross-functional initiatives within a global organization

• Demonstrated success managing complex business processes, programs, products, or platforms through their entire lifecycle

• Experience in leading and developing teams within a collaborative, matrixed environment

• Strong grasp of how product information enhances customer experience, digital commerce, sales enablement, and business growth

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities, capable of engaging both technical and non-technical audiences effectively

• Ability to influence and create alignment across Engineering, Global Product Management, Sales, Marketing, and Digital teams

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Capacity to balance strategic thinking with operational execution and meticulous attention to detail

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while achieving business results in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent leadership, presentation, and relationship-building capabilities

• Preferred: Experience with PIM, MDM, Digital Commerce, eCommerce, or related data management fields

• Preferred: Familiarity with enterprise PIM platforms like Stibo Systems, SAP, Informatica, or similar systems

• Preferred: Knowledge of product data governance, taxonomy, classification, and data quality best practices

• Preferred: Experience in Agile delivery environments

• Preferred: Certifications in Product Owner, Agile, Scrum, or Project Management

• Preferred: Experience with Jira or similar project management tools

• Preferred: Understanding of system integrations and digital product information ecosystems

• Preferred: Experience in supporting customer-facing digital transformation, eCommerce, or customer experience initiatives

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-driven incentives

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

• Flexible work schedule and remote work options

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule