DescriptionJOB SUMMARY:This role is accountable for driving growth and profitability improvement through product management and marketing efforts within select product lines.  The Director, Product Management will play a fundamental role in transforming Sabert’s business through innovative marketing strategies, tactics and execution that achieve our aggressive volume, profit, and market-share objectives.  In addition, the Director, Product Management will also have a leadership role in innovation and the development of profitable new products and solutions for our business to business customers.  Job Responsibilities:·         Develop and manage product line marketing plans, including  strategy and positioning, differentiation, market research, and all aspects of integrated marketing including advertising, public relations, communication, internet, trade journals, product launches, brochures, trade shows, etc.·         Lead stage-gate reviews across the product portfolio, balancing innovation, risk, and resource allocation to prioritize high-value initiatives aligned with business strategy.·         Management and team leadership experience; experience leading cross-functional teams.·         Experience coaching and developing direct reports·         Provide the sales force with effective marketing support, including sales tools, training, consumer trend information, customer presentations and problem-solving support.·         Manage product line optimization, including SKU rationalization and product line expansions.·         Identify new opportunities by recognizing market and consumer trends and formulating long-term new product ideas to ensure growth and profitability.·         Develop strong relationships with sales.  ·         Meet with customers in order to gain a thorough understanding of their needs.·         Analyze and track market and competitive information of the select product lines in all channels, including key competitors, sustainable competitive advantages and core competency identification and exploitation. ·         Experience Ability to travel moderately (up to 20%).KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: ·         Strong business acumen and expertise in marketing and product management disciplines.·         Know-how in developing pricing recommendations. ·         Results orientation; high level of personal initiative, energy and ownership for success. ·         Strong interpersonal and communication skills.·         Strong project management skills; good planning, organization and prioritization skills.·         Command of financial principles and product line P&Ls strong analytical skills.·         Ability to network and negotiate internally and with external partners to drive results. ·         Self- starter, adept at being agile within systems and processes. ·         Proficient with Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with SAP a plus.REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:·         Bachelor’s degree in business,marketing or a related field; MBA strongly preferred.·         7+ years of progressively responsible experience, with an emphasis in business-to-business marketing.·         Experience in managing product line P&Ls and related activities.·         Successful track record in product development and product launches.·         Experience in food packaging or similar business a plus.Other·         Work in accordance with all company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security, and regulatory compliance as applicableRequirementsWhat makes Sabert a great place to work:Pay, benefits and more.Sabert is eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more. To learn more about our benefits click here.Learn More About Sabert:We are a leading global manufacturer of innovative food packaging products and solutions. The company was founded in 1983 grounded in the purpose of reinventing food packaging to nourish and protect our world. Today we design, manufacture, and distribute a wide spectrum of packaging solutions for food distributors, restaurants & caterers, grocery stores, national food chains and consumer entertaining.Want more insight on what it’s like to work for Sabert? Click here to hear directly from our employees and learn more about our Company’s mission.We’re committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process, to learn more about accommodations please call (732) 721-5544 or email  for assistance. Please do not send resumes to the above email address, applications submitted via email will not be considered unless specifically invited to do so.Sabert Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, being a qualified individual with a disability, protected veteran status, political belief or activity, or any other basis prohibited by law or regulation. Applicants must be currently authorized to work legally in the United States for Sabert.  Sabert will not commence an employment-based immigration case to fill this open positionEmployee Type: Exempt FT