Job Description
Job Title:  Associate Product Manager (Seating) - Holland, MI (hybrid)
Posting Start Date:  3/7/25

Company Overview

When you feel connected to your work, you feel more engaged. At Haworth, you can pursue a career that offers you ample opportunity to build your portfolio and expand your skillset in an exciting and inclusive environment. Join a company that values innovation, inspiration, and you!

HAWORTH is a global leader in office furniture and architectural interiors. As a valued member of our team, you can make your mark on the world and reach your full potential within a culture of connectivity.

Why Haworth? Find out more here!

 

Here at Haworth, our members enjoy benefits from their first day of employment including: 

  • 20 Days Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy a whole month of relaxation, adventure, or whatever your heart desires! Plus, you can buy up to 5 extra days for even more fun.
  • Health Benefits: Stay healthy and happy with Priority Health Medical options, Delta Dental, Vision Insurance, and Earned Sick Time. Your well-being is our priority.
  • 401k Benefit: Secure your future! Contribute 6% of your annual salary, and Haworth will match up to 7%. That’s a win-win for your retirement!
  • Annual Bonus Programs: Get rewarded for your hard work with exciting annual bonuses. Your efforts truly pay off.
  • Insurance Coverage: Rest easy with company-provided Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance. We’ve got you covered.
  • On-Site Gym: Stay fit and energized with our well-equipped gym, open 24/7. Fitness at your convenience.
  • Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with our Tuition Reimbursement program. Learning never stops!
  • Volunteer Time Off (VTO): Make a difference with 8 hours of paid Volunteer Time Off. Give back to the community and feel great doing it.
  • Optional Pet Insurance: Keep your furry friends healthy and happy with our optional Pet Insurance. Because pets are family too.
  • Zero Waste to Landfill: Be proud to work for a company committed to sustainability. We’re making the world a better place.

 

Job Overview

 

We are looking for a Innovative, Creative, and Collaborative Associate Product Manager (Seating) to join our team in Holland, MI. 

 

As an Associate Product Manager (seating), you will:​

 

Lead the development and execution of product line management plans for a specific product or product category, collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve marketing objectives. Leverage understanding of the market, customers, and competitors to drive product adoption and achieve revenue targets.

Essential Functions

 

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, sales, supply chain, operations, finance, business resource center and marketing communications, to drive product success.
  • Conduct competitive analysis: Conduct in-depth competitive analysis to identify threats and opportunities, informing product positioning and differentiation strategies.
  • Develop pricing strategies: Develop and implement pricing strategies that maximize profitability while remaining competitive in the market.
  • Lead product planning: Lead the development of product plans for specific product lines, defining product roadmaps, launch timelines, and marketing strategies.
  • Manage product line activities: Manage all aspects of assigned product lines including product budgets, forecasts, profitability, for new and existing products or product lines, to optimize product and financial performance.
  • Monitor and analyze market trends: Continuously monitor and analyze market trends, customer feedback, and competitive activity to inform product strategy and support decision-making.
  • Must be able to perform all essential job functions with/without accommodation.
  • Provide product expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert for assigned product lines, presenting product information and providing guidance and support, to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Must be able to perform all essential job function with/without accommodation.
  • Uses office automation, communication, software, and tools used in Haworth office environment.
  • Performs other duties within scope as assigned.

Required Qualifications

 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or similar field of study
  • 5 years experience in Product Development and/or Product Marketing with Bachelor’s Degree  (3 years related experience with Master’s Degree)
  • Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications

 

  • Experience in furniture manufacturing.
  • Experience in product seating. 
  • Balanced experience in product development, marketing, and/or sales.
  • Strong Presentation skills.
  • Strong Microsoft office suite skills.

 

 

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Haworth Values

At Haworth, we have a strong set of values that guide our business and help us align with our customers.

We listen to our Customers. We rely on our Members. We honor Integrity. We embrace Continuous Learning. We lead with Design. We create Value. We work to make the World better.

Join the Haworth family. Apply for this job, or learn more about the many possibilities at Haworth: Home Page

EEO, ADA, AA Statement

As an EEO/AA employer, Haworth will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, religion, height, weight, other protected group status, or any other basis protected by the laws where we employ people. 

Haworth's AAP programs are available for applicant review.  Requests can be made to your Recruiter to review during regular business hours.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.

If you have questions about any of the above policies, or if you require an ADA accommodation in the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team at (616)-393-1600.
Req Id:  20188