Product Management Intern

Business Overview:

At Hobart® Filler Metals, an affiliate of ITW, we believe in building things that matter. Our employees are not just a part of this journey; they drive our growth and success, shaping our path with their dedication and expertise. 

Hobart® Filler Metals manufactures filler metals, including tubular wires (flux-cored and metal-cored), aluminum, solid wires, and stick electrodes under the brand name Hobart®. These products have revolutionized the welding industry, setting new standards for quality and performance.

We not only develop innovative filler metals, but we also foster a culture of collaboration. We are committed to working with end users, sharing our industry expertise, and finding ways to enhance their welding processes.

At Hobart® Filler Metals, we are committed to offering solutions that enhance weldability and quality, increase productivity, and meet challenging metallurgical properties. These are among our foremost priorities, and they have helped us earn our reputation as a trusted leader in the industry. 

PositionOverview:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Product Management Intern to join our team.Supporting the product management team, you will play a crucial role in maximizing revenue growth and enhancing customer retention. You will focus on executing product strategies that drives profitable above-market growth across our division and the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Product Strategy:

• Assist in maintaining the product roadmap, aligning it with company goals and market demands.

• Understand and implement pricing strategies to optimize profitability and market share.

• Learn about markets and competitive landscapefor target products

• Product Lifecycle Management:

• Understand the product lifecycle strategy & 80/20 view of the portfolio

• Support product management activities in applicable stages of the innovation process

• Collaboration and Coordination:

• Get to know the ITW Welding sales team and support their efforts to grow market share with existing customers and identify new target accounts.

• Collaborate with segment managers to understand trends and needs of the market

• Gain experience working with operations, quality, customer service, engineering

• Understand the role of each division under the ITW Welding family of brands

• Sales Support and Customer Engagement:

• Support sales team as needed (pricing, delivery, quality, sales content)

• Understand needs and pain points of the ITW Welding sales team

• Strategic Planning Contribution:

• Support product managers in the annual planning process for their portfolios 

Qualifications:

• Working on a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field

• Applicable internship experience preferred

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.