The Product Manager drives revenue and oversees the development and marketing of products managing pricing competitive positioning and vendor relations to maximize sales in assigned categories.

Description
At CDW we make it happen together. Trust connection and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.
Job summary
The Product Manager drives revenue through the integration and development of products within the CDW portfolio. This individual keeps current of the market and understands how to create opportunities around core products. In addition the Product Manager works with partner development management to secure COOP funding to support marketing activities maintain part numbers within the product portfolio and works closely with segment leaders to develop customer segment focus and product leaders to define solution. The product manager oversees products processes projects and campaigns.
* What you'll do
* Grow revenue and overall profitability for the assigned product category
* Manage product promotion price competitive positioning and sales awareness
* Maintain expert knowledge in a product portfolio as the subject matter expert
* Develop marketing plans for their product portfolio
* Maximize sales revenue profit and vendor co-op for specific product categories through strategic planning and marketing
* Recommend pricing strategies monitor competitive activity oversees product information and identifies customer needs
* Interface with vendors to develop or enhance the marketing of product(s) or product line(s) and manage Co-op and MDF funding
* Manage SKUs per product categories
* Optimize catalog and E-commerce merchandising strategy for the category
* Identify key emerging technologies and partners within the category
* Forecast sales volumes run product forecasts and proactively manage measurable category goals
* Analyze industry information to identify opportunities and strategies to increase vendor partner sales within CDW
* Build and maintain successful relationships with partners and act as the liaison and escalation point between CDW and the vendor
* Create annual Business plan for the respective category
* Align and communicate with Segment marketing
What we expect of you
* Bachelor's degree and 5 years' experience in merchandising product management category management or marketing
* 9 years' experience in merchandising product management category management or marketing
* 4 years CDW PPM experience and 5 years' experience in merchandising product management category management or marketing
* Preferred skills experience and qualities needed
* Proven track record in marketing product lines with the ability to manage products through their lifecycle customer engagement scenarios and product positioning issues
* Strong understanding of the dynamics of cross-functional teams with the ability to creatively problem solve
* Demonstrated ability to work independently with little direction
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact and present to all stakeholders including senior leadership
* Demonstrated financial and analytical skills
* Successful history of building and maintaining internal and external partner relationships at all levels
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications Pay range: $90000 - $158800 depending on experience and skill set Annual bonus target of 10% subject to terms and conditions of plan Benefits overview: [https://cdw.benefit-info.com/](https://cdw.benefit-info.com/) Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials
* CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization
* We're looking for people who bring curiosity a learner's mindset and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner openness to experimentation and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances- not replaces- human creativity and decision-making. You don't need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore adapt and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.Additionally CDW is committed to fostering an equitable transparent and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process our goal is to understand your experience strengths skills and qualifications. As an AI forward company we see AI not just as a tool but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking creating and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset one that's curious adaptive and ready to explore what's possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background judgment and voice.
* About Us
* CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses government education and healthcare organizations achieve what's possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn't just what we do- it's how we do it. At CDW we act as one- building trust speaking candidly and working together to achieve more. We play to win- focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward- staying curious moving fast and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported heard and empowered to contribute. That's why we think of ourselves as coworkers not just employees- working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities. As a full-stack full-lifecycle technology partner CDW brings deep expertise strong relationships and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters your growth is supported and your contributions help shape what's next. Together we deliver the full promise of what technology can do.
* Together we Make Amazing Happen.
* CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.