Product Manager - Small Kitchen Appliances

The future of cooking is here! Gourmia is a game-changing small-kitchen-appliance brand that just happens to be the go to for consumers exploring a whole different part of a craft revolution. With a focus on being culinary enablers backed with disruptive innovations, Gourmia has opened up whole new markets for once esoteric products like sous vide, air fryers, pressure cookers, pour-over coffee makers, cold-brew coffee makers, and so much more – hundreds of product SKUs, including Wi-Fi enabled and IoT. We’re getting people into cooking via products that automate the confusing and task-based elements of it so that most anyone, regardless of experience, can cook fresher, better, and healthier meals. Our in-house product-development groups work closely with both chefs and consumers that love to cook. The result is a product pipeline that has earned a reputation for being THE place to look for the next big thing. Driven by a passion for cooking, we were founded by foodies for foodies. If you feel the same way and are ambitious, energetic, and enjoy a fast-paced environment with plenty of challenges and opportunities, come join us in Brooklyn, NY, the foodie capital of the world!

Job Purpose: Provide detailed product expertise in specific Small Kitchen appliance products to the Category Manager, ensuring Gourmia remains at the forefront of the industry. Maintain an extensive database of global competitive products, offering insights on product niches and market opportunities to guide R&D efforts.

Job Duties:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of competitive products from global retailers and suppliers, ensuring intricate details of every product are captured.
• Analyze the technical aspects of competitor products, including detailed BOM components and manufacturing costs.
• Provide the Category Manager with insights and recommendations based on the analysis of market data and product details.
• Identify product niches and market voids, steering the R&D department towards new item development and necessary adjustments to existing products.
• Collaborate with the R&D team to provide product specifications and market trends.
• Monitor and report on competitor product launches, updates, and discontinuations.
• Coordinate with sales and marketing teams to understand customer feedback and preferences.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Product Manager, preferably in Small Kitchen Appliances.
• Proven track record in product analysis and competitive market research.

Knowledge and Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of Small Kitchen appliance market trends and products.
• Proficient in database management and market analysis tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to dissect complex product specifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with international suppliers and retailers.
• Master's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.

Working Conditions:

• Office-based role with occasional visits to trade shows, suppliers, and retailers.
• May require occasional travel, both domestic and international, to meet with suppliers, attend industry events, or conduct market research

The annual base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000