Product Manager

About Trafera

It's no secret that technology has changed, especially for schools. Competing and staying successful in an ever-evolving world of digital transformation takes more than just a technology friend, it takes a true technology powerhouse.

Based out of Saint Paul, Minnesota with locations in the greater Twin Cities as well as a presence in Southeast Oklahoma, Trafera is a dynamic and growing company wholly immersed in the K-12 and higher education marketplaces. We provide and service both new and recertified technology ranging from Chromebooks, desktops, mobiles, servers, storage, and networking hardware to our customers. On top of that, Trafera also provides support to educators and admins to ensure that the technology we sell can be meaningfully integrated into the student learning experience.

We are passionate about serving the needs of not only our customers but also our employees. Working at Trafera, you will be part of an energetic team surrounded by enthusiasm to support K-12 schools. We support open, honest, and transparent communication, continual learning, and employee-driven initiatives. Come join us!

Benefits

Our total benefit package includes

• Competitive wages
• 401(k) plan through Empower with 4% company match and immediate full vesting
• Health insurance through BCBS of MN
• Dental and vision insurance through Metlife
• Company paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• 7 paid holidays (plus 2 floating holidays)

As a member of the Product Marketing Team, employee will oversee activities related to researching and defining product assortment. A successful candidate has a strong work ethic, high attention to detail, and ability to manage complex and evolving business challenges. This position will be onsite at our office in Saint Paul, Minnesota and reports to the Vice President Product Marketing.

Position Duties/Responsibilities

• Define assortment strategy (OEMs, skus, pricing) for assigned product or service categories based on market opportunity assessments and Trafera potential to differentiate with product and supporting services offering
• Work with finance and sales leadership teams to build category-specific annual forecasts based on market factors (size, growth, market share) and Trafera initiatives
• Accountable for total annual Net Revenue and Product Margin of assigned product or service categories
• Work with procurement team on strategies to acquire product at best-in-class cost - including programmatic support from OEMs and Distribution - aligned with overall business financial objectives
• Incorporate Business Development feedback into product line planning, product launches and pricing strategies
• Other responsibilities as requested

Required Skills/Abilities

• Success in designing and launching product assortments
• Natural curiosity to dig into complex problems
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to prioritize
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or related field of study
• Minimum of five years of experience in related role

EEO Statement

Trafera is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants based on an individual's qualifications, without regard to race, gender, religion, color, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, local human rights commission activity, amnesty, status as a covered veteran or any other protected factor in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

The hiring process for successful candidates includes successfully completing a team interview and background check. We E-verify all new hires.