Applications Manager Salary in Downers Grove, IL

This Inside Sales Manager position at APS and Bray Sales, Inc. seems like an excellent opportunity for someone with a technical background and a knack for managing sales operations. Here's a draft of your job posting: Position: Inside Sales Manager Location: Plymouth, MA (APS) & Downers Grove, IL (BSMW) About APS & Bray Sales, Inc.: APS and BSMW, divisions of Bray Sales, Inc., are renowned in the valves and flow control product manufacturing industry. We prioritize innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, positioning ourselves as industry leaders. We're seeking a proficient Inside Sales Manager to join our team, driving customer experience, distributor relations, and the growth of our Inside Sales and Customer Support teams. The Role: As Inside Sales Manager, you'll orchestrate customer interactions, ensuring seamless sales, distribution, and customer support operations. Your blend of industrial product sales management and technical expertise will be instrumental in navigating our product lines and fostering strong distributor relationships. This role demands strategic insight and hands-on technical engagement to uphold excellence in inside sales and customer service. Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities: Ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment, prioritizing profitability and customer satisfaction. Employ project management principles across pre-sales and post-sales processes. Act as a liaison among sales, project quotations, business development, and engineering teams to facilitate effective collaboration. Validate product offerings to meet industry and customer standards rigorously. Conduct technical training sessions on automation and control products for internal stakeholders. Support assembly of automation and control packages in coordination with the factory team. Lead key projects from inception to completion, maintaining deadlines and schedules. Drive initiatives to enhance operational accuracy and efficiency through training, policy development, and process improvements. Qualifications: Bachelor's in Engineering strongly preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial equipment distribution, with a preference for technical valve/actuation fields. At least 2 years of direct reports management experience, demonstrating strong leadership skills. Ability to guide a technical team with light mechanical troubleshooting. Physical capability for various tasks and lifting up to 50 pounds. Track record in managing product pricing, cost analysis, and optimizing revenue and profitability. Understanding of valve sizing software preferred. Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written. Self-driven, proactive, and adept at multitasking. Why Join Us? At APS, a division of Bray Sales, Inc., you'll play a pivotal role in a leading organization, directly impacting our success. We foster innovation, quality, and employee dedication, providing avenues for professional growth and development. Application Process: If you're prepared to elevate your career with APS and Bray Sales, Inc., we're eager to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're the ideal fit for this role. Don't miss this opportunity to shape the future of the flow control industry. Apply today! Behaviors Required Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them Motivations Required Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help Preferred Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) See job description

Overseeing and directing projects from start to finishDirects and supervises work of project administration staff and construction engineers, as well as works in partnership with project superintendents to establish operational prioritiesResponsible for forecasting, tracking/reporting project costs/revenue and adherence to project estimatesResponsible for problem resolution involving labor disputes, staffing, construction materials, construction equipment and contracts/subcontracts administrationCoordinates with construction Safety Manager to ensure that projects are completed in accordance with established safety goalsDevelop strong relationships with Superintendents, Subcontractors, and Assistant Project ManagersMaintain appropriate documentation through project such as RFI logs and change ordersMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.Bachelor's Degree preferably in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture.10+ years of experience overseeing construction projects from start to finishExperience managing mid to large scale project teamsAbility to run projects through full cycle time line.Knowledge of skilled trades including carpentry, concrete work, masonry, site excavation, plumbing, grading, fire protection, HVAC and electrical.Working knowledge of construction technology and details.Must be proficient reviewing and understanding all construction documentation including drawings and specifications.Excellent communication and written skills with various parties including management, subcontractors, consultants, architects, vendors, and clients.

Summary The Clinical Application Manager, Ancillary Applications reports to the Associate Director of Clinical Applications and is responsible for providing technical leadership and guidance to a team of Clinical Specialists and Analysts that support the outpatient clinical workflows for current PM/EHR applications, as well as our supporting clinical application workflows throughout Midwestern University clinics. This position supervises this team, manages project requests and timelines, and partners with clinic staff in developing efficient workflows within the Allscripts, NextGen, AxiUm, StringSoft applications and other ancillary systems. This position may be located on the Glendale, AZ or Downers Grove, IL campus.Essential Responsibilities          Management Responsibilities:Manage, hire, train, and provide technical leadership and performance management to the Clinic and AHI current PM/EHR team, ensuring team adheres to university and departmental policies and procedures.Maintain the scope, schedule, and quality of assigned projects for specified application area or team.Organize and prioritize new project requests to identify order of completion.Establish clear expectations for team members, including delegating tasks at each phase of the specified project, ensuring the team meets stated deadlines, and assisting the team with resolving any obstacles they may encounter.Work closely with the project director and other project managers to coordinate activities.Keep the business community actively engaged in the project.Advise and coach team members by providing guidance on project issues, key success factors of the project, and lessons learned.Share with team members the positive effects of innovation and system capabilities.Reinforce the importance of the project in partnership with executives, and project director; provide consistent communication to the project team.Core Responsibilities:Actively participate in problem-solving and troubleshooting issues, implementing, and documenting solutions for team to follow. Deliver high-quality support and service to end-users.Guide workflow design, build and test the system, and analyze other technical issues associated with the ancillary systems connected with the Epic system, as well as MWU legacy systems.Maintain and manage the AHI and ancillary system workflows including documenting policies, procedures, and methodologies implemented in support of changes or enhancements.Review and resolve support tickets submitted by the MWU community.Assist with troubleshooting and maintaining the server infrastructure that is needed to support MWU applications.Hold meetings with team members and clinic leadership to review the status of deliverables, shared issues, end-user concerns, budget, and upcoming milestones.In consultation with the Associate Director of Clinical Applications, plan, coordinate, and support the implementation of new systems, system modifications or the discontinuation of existing systems and related equipment.Review the status of projects and issues, on an ongoing basis with leadership.Own integrated efforts that span multiple applications such as BCA, Cutover, ETC.Collaborate with various vendors and MWU leadership, and end users to ensure the system meets MWU clinics business needs regarding the project deliverables and timeline.Other duties as assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities              This job has supervisory responsibilities.Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner and have regular, predictable, in-person attendance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Effective leadership skills and ability to motivate and inspire a team to deliver exceptional serviceTechnical skills-strives to continuously build knowledge, skills, accuracy, and thoroughnessTeamwork - contributes to building a positive team spiritMust possess excellent oral/written communication skills and the ability to prioritize and complete tasksThe individual must be able to generate creative solutions and develop innovative approachesMust possess excellent project management and organizational skillsOther QualificationsAdaptability/flexibility – Demonstrated ability to be flexible with respect to changing end-user business needs.Critical thinking – Ability and willingness to see things in an open-minded way and examine an idea or concept from as many angles as possible.Dependability – Ability and willingness to take ownership of work activities and ensure that they are completed in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner.Initiative – Ability and willingness to recognize assignments or tasks that need to be completed, to seek out additional assignments or tasks, and to help others.Listening – Active listening skills, listening attentively to ensure that the intended message has been accurately received, holding responses until the person has finished making their point, and repeating information to ensure accuracyProblem Solving – Ability to proactively seek out solutions by logically examining, and interpreting information from various sources to determine a problem’s cause and develop a course of action to resolve the problem and prevent future occurrences.Education and/or Experience      Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in IT or Healthcare related field. 7-10 years of IT experience, in a healthcare organization. Must have 1-3 years of management experience, with 3-5 years of management experience preferred. Prior experience leading a team whose responsibilities were related to clinical application implementation, application support and optimization preferred. The ideal candidate will have strong mentoring and decision-making skills and be detailed oriented. Integration of application experience is highly recommended.Computer Skills                                               Computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required. EHR/PM Application experience required. Must have the ability and willingness to learn new software and systems as necessary.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and push or pull equipment. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to ten pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include basic close vision.Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with occasional work near moving mechanical parts and occasional risk working near radiation. Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance.  We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account.  We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days.  We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program.  Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility. Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws, including 41 C.F.R. 60-1.4(a), 250.5(a), 300.5(a) and 741.5(a). Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/).  Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.#CB#MidwesternUniversityJobs

Construction Assist Project Manager with the completion of Projects on time and under budgetParticipate in interview and RFP process for new workAssist estimating with bidding for future assigned projectsDevelop a thorough understanding of the details of the projectContacts subcontractors to solicit interest in projects Review final plans and estimates with Project Management and Estimator prior to submissionResponsible for the timely and accurate completion of all required monthly Project Manager review reports and profitable on-time completion of the projectHelp create, review, negotiate, and works with the project team to process the meeting minutes, Owner Change Orders, and requests for informationPerforms project closeout walk through with the Owner and Architect, collects all required closeout information and verifies all project punch list items are completePerforms customer relation duties such as: 6-month project completion check with Owner and 11-month warranty walk through for any outstanding issues.Keep consistent lines of communication open with clients and proactively share project progress and budget mattersMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.1+ year of construction experienceBachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or a related field Team player with a positive and driven attitudeHas interest to estimate change orders, pay apps, etc. but does not need to be able to bid projects from scratch.Strong written and oral communication skillsThe ability to work in a fast paced work environmentDesire to further career as a Project Manager OSHA certified

Your career begins at Cone Drive Operations, a Timken company! Cone Drive is located in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan and boasts nearly 100 years of success in the gearing industry. If you're ready for a challenging career that provides you with the ability to advance personally and professionally, look to Cone Drive. Our associates make the world more productive by improving the efficiency and reliability of the machinery that keeps industry in motion. This role will work remotely and is responsible for the Illinois/northwest Indiana region. The Territory Sales Manager's top priorities are to develop new applications and new Cone Drive business at profiled OEM target accounts and to maintain and grow the Cone business at their assigned existing accounts.Profile Territory Sales Managers ("TSM's") are the first line contact with our major Cone OEM accounts The TSM's top priorities are to develop new applications and new Cone Drive business at profiled OEM target accounts and to maintain and grow the Cone business at their assigned existing accounts In addition a TSM provides support for ASP's, the top Cone distribution locations in their territory The TSM is also responsible for executing Cone Drive strategies and initiatives Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Engineering or related; or equivalent combination of education and experience 5 years related sales experience in industrial equipment or products Ability to call on and maintain existing Cone Drive accounts and develop new accounts and applications for the Cone Drive product offering Ability to gain working knowledge of our products and their applications, as well as the understanding of the customer base in the given region Aility to foster long-term relationships with the customer and have a proven track record in maintaining and growing business in the manufacturing arena Minimum of 50% regional travel All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.The Timken Company designs a growing portfolio of engineered bearings and industrial motion products that improve the reliability and efficiency of global machinery and equipment to move the world forward. Timken posted $4.5 billion in sales in 2022 and employs more than 20,000 people globally, operating from 46 countries. Why Choose Timken? Over a century of knowledge and innovation A culture of top performance A global, diverse environment Products that contribute to a sustainable world A conviction to improve communities around us Competitive salary and benefits Not Ready To Apply? Stay connected by joining our network and we'll keep you informed about upcoming events and opportunities that match your interests.Talent Community Nearest Major Market: Chicago Job Segment: Developer, Sales Management, Engineer, Manager, Technology, Sales, Engineering, Management

DescriptionPosition SummaryThe Product Manager drives the product to meet A&K USA's overall strategy and commercial sales goals. This includes negotiating, managing the product lifecycle, gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirements, and working with internal and external partners to develop and deliver creative, innovative, and game-changing products that meet revenue targets and exceed quality goals.Responsibilities And AccountabilitiesCreate and Manage Products to Achieve Sales and Margin GoalsLead product research, design, development, and pricing activities to ensure appropriate product quality, positioning, and profitability. Negotiate and finalize favorable contracts with Destination Management Companies (DMCs) and vendors, including itemized costs. Perform ongoing competitive monitoring and raise issues and recommendations to improve products. Review utilization weekly and react quickly if additional inventory is required. Obtain additional inventory to meet regional goals. Collaborate with the Global Product Team to ensure market representation in all product designs. Ensure established product guidelines and standards are met and continue to improve upon A&K's guests' experiences. Partner with internal sales trainers to develop and deliver destination knowledge to help increase revenue and sales. Propose/advise on new product recommendations and opportunities, utilizing partnerships, DMC and tourism office information, and destination development. Offer input and opportunity-based recommendations to drive competitive advantage and guest experience enhancements. Ensure products operate within set budgets. Develop vendor relationships through communication, site visits, and product immersion trips.Maintain Timely and Accurate Deliverables in accordance with the Product CalendarConfirm all product components, required inventory, and supplier/vendor arrangements within the established timeframe. Ensure timely delivery of pricing/product information to the Sales and Marketing teams for related marketplace activities. Deliver all creative materials in accordance with established "handover" and proofing timelines. Deliver all product costs in accordance with the established pricing timeline, and be prepared to justify related cost rationale including competitive positioning. Complete all internal product data files for all products. Train and advise all sales staff including Travel Consultants and Sales DirectorsEnsure Product Quality and Guest Feedback Meet or Exceed Company GoalsEnsure DMCs, suppliers/vendors understand and fulfil all necessary product requirements and arrangements per A&K product standardsEducate staff and vendors on A&K product/quality standards. Travel as necessary to inspect product inclusions, meet with suppliers/vendors, etc, to ensure product quality and delivery standards. Proof all product and marketing-related information to ensure products are accurately and appropriately positioned. Review Guest Post-Travel Data, identify issues, and develop action plans to addressManage Product TeamManage, mentor, and lead Product Specialist and Tailor Made Product SpecialistLead by exampleEnsure the team's deliverables and deadlines are met. Attend weekly Product Team Meetings to review & respond to sales, quality, and marketing issuesSkills And AbilitiesBudgeting, P&L analysis, contract negotiation and managementVerbal and written communication, problem-solving, workload managementDemonstrated flexibility, initiative, and a collaborative perspective. Strong knowledge of world geographyAdaptable to new challenges and championing changeTeam playerCompetent in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Word and PowerPointRequirementsEducation and ExperienceBachelor's Degree in a business discipline required and/or equivalent related industry experience. 6-8 years of industry experienceProven experience in product management in the travel and/or hospitality industriesProven experience in product development, tour construction, operations, costingSpecial RequirementsMust maintain a valid passport. Attendance at after-hours trade functions and site inspections. Ability to travel frequently and, sometimes, with little advance notice.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including:Manages the preparation and review of all monthly reports prior to distribution Coordinates the month-end close procedures and assists with month-end closingAssures the timeliness and accuracy of general accounting functions. Prepares and reviews monthly financial statementsPerforms analytical procedures to estimate standard costsIn conjunction with personnel from Operations, participates in the development of routers in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System. Develops annual standard costs and oversees the updating of these costs in the ERP System. Prepares Cost of Goods Sold journal entry on a monthly basis. Participates in inventory auditing procedures with other members of Finance and the external audit firm. Exercises administrative control over their direct personnelPerforms and assumes other duties and responsibilities as may be required by the Controller, Vice-President, Finance and/or CEO. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.To be considered for this position, candidates are required to have:Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance3-5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment5+ years of manufacturing experience2+ years of supervisory experienceCPA/MBA

Key responsibilities include:Overseeing and directing projects from start to finishDirects and supervises work of project administration staff and construction engineers, as well as works in partnership with project superintendents to establish operational prioritiesResponsible for forecasting, tracking/reporting project costs/revenue and adherence to project estimatesResponsible for problem resolution involving labor disputes, staffing, construction materials, construction equipment and contracts/subcontracts administrationCoordinates with construction Safety Manager to ensure that projects are completed in accordance with established safety goalsDevelop strong relationships with Superintendents, Subcontractors, and Assistant Project ManagersMaintain appropriate documentation through project such as RFI logs and change ordersMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.A successful candidate:2+ years of experience in Construction Project ManagementDegree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction ManagementWorking knowledge of skilled trades including carpentry, masonry, concrete work, site excavation and grading, plumbing, fire protection, HVAC, and electrical.Working knowledge of construction technology and details. Candidate must be extremely proficient reviewing and understanding all construction documents including specifications and drawingsExcellent communication skills with various parties including management, subcontractors, consultants, architects, vendors, and clients.

Inspect work progress, equipment, or construction sites to verify safety or to ensure that specifications are met.Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures.Supervise, coordinate, or schedule the activities of constructionAssign work to employees, based on material or worker requirements of specific jobs.Coordinate work activities with other construction project activities.Estimate material or worker requirements to complete jobs.Analyze worker or production problems and recommend solutions, such as improving production methods or implementing motivational plans.Order or requisition materials or supplies.Train workers in construction methods, operation of equipment, safety procedures, or company policies.Locate, measure, and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipment, using measuring and marking equipment.Confer with managerial or technical personnel, other departments, or contractors to resolve problems or to coordinate activities.Arrange for repairs of equipment or machinery.Provide assistance to workers engaged in construction or extraction activities, using hand tools or other equipment.Record information, such as personnel, production, or operational data on specified forms or reports.Suggest or initiate personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, or hires.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.Previous experience working on municipal or k-12 projectsMinimum of 3 years of experience in the Construction field Ground up experience is preferred OSHA 30 certification is preferredProficient in the entire Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, Excel, Project) and Procore and P6Proven track record of effectively and efficiently managing job sitesStrong management ability

Position SummaryThe Product Manager drives product to meet A&K USA's overall strategy and commercial sales goals. This includes negotiating, managing the product lifecycle, gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirements, and working with internal and external partners to develop and deliver creative, innovative, and game-changing products that meet revenue targets and exceed quality goals.Responsibilities and AccountabilitiesCreate and Manage Products to Achieve Sales and Margin GoalsLead product research, design, development, and pricing activities to ensure appropriate product quality, positioning, and profitability.Negotiate and finalize favorable contracts with Destination Management Companies (DMCs) and vendors, including itemized costs.Perform ongoing competitive monitoring and raise issues and recommendations to improve products.Review utilization weekly and react quickly if additional inventory is required.Obtain additional inventory to meet regional goals.Collaborate with the Global Product Team to ensure market representation in all product designs.Ensure established product guidelines and standards are met and continue to improve upon A&K's guests' experiences.Partner with internal sales trainers to develop and deliver destination knowledge to help increase revenue and sales.Propose/advise on new product recommendations and opportunities, utilizing partnerships, DMC and tourism office information, and destination development.Offer input and opportunity-based recommendations to drive competitive advantage and guest experience enhancements.Ensure products operate within set budgets.Develop vendor relationships through communication, site visits, and product immersion trips.Maintain Timely and Accurate Deliverables in accordance with Product CalendarConfirm all product components, required inventory, and supplier/vendor arrangements within the established timeframe.Ensure timely delivery of pricing/product information to the Sales and Marketing teams for related marketplace activities.Deliver all creative materials in accordance with established "handover" and proofing timelines.Deliver all product costs in accordance with the established pricing timeline, and be prepared to justify related cost rationale including competitive positioning.Complete all internal product data files for all products.Train and advise all sales staff including Travel Consultants and Sales DirectorsEnsure Product Quality and Guest Feedback Meet or Exceed Company GoalsEnsure DMCs, suppliers/vendors understand and fulfill all necessary product requirements and arrangements per A&K product standardsEducate staff and vendors on A&K product/quality standards.Travel as necessary to inspect product inclusions, meet with suppliers/vendors, etc, to ensure product quality and delivery standards.Proof all product and marketing-related information to ensure products are accurately and appropriately positioned.Review Guest Post-Travel Data, identify issues, and develop action plans to addressManage Product TeamManage, mentor, and lead Product Specialist and Tailor Made Product SpecialistLead by exampleEnsure the team's deliverables and deadlines are met.Attend weekly Product Team Meetings to review & respond to sales, quality, and marketing issuesSkills and AbilitiesBudgeting, P&L analysis, contract negotiation and managementVerbal and written communication, problem-solving, workload managementDemonstrated flexibility, initiative, and a collaborative perspective.Strong knowledge of world geographyAdaptable to new challenges and champion changeTeam playerCompetent in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Word and PowerPointEducation and ExperienceBachelor's Degree in a business discipline required and/or equivalent related industry experience.6-8 years of industry experienceProven experience in product management in the travel and/or hospitality industriesProven experience in product development, tour construction, operations, costingSpecial requirementsMust maintain a valid passport.Attendance at after-hours trade functions and site inspections.Ability to travel frequently and, sometimes, with little advance notice.