Manager Product Information Management

Kennametal is hiring a Manager of Product Information Management to lead its global PIM function and team. The role sets strategy and governance for accurate, enriched customer-facing product data across digital channels, while partnering with internal teams, customers, distributors, and strategic partners to improve product information and digital experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Own the creation and communication of the Product Information vision, goals, roadmap, and release plan
• Build internal and external customer partnerships in order to analyze customer needs, internal constraints, cost-benefit analysis, and develop product roadmap
• Develop scope and define backlog items (epics/features/user stories) that guide the scrum development team
• Refine and prioritize backlog items based on business objectives, own interface with development team to ensure execution
• Key stakeholder throughout each scrum event, including planning, refinement, review, and sprint
• Manage the team to ensure accurate product data is delivered to all channels, including web, CAD/CAM partners, and distribution partner websites
• Ambassador for the Digital Product Information internally and externally and owns the Return on Investment (R.O.I.)
• Perform audits and reports measuring data quality and completeness
• Identify gaps in product data and processes and define processes, guidance, and standards to manage product data
• Define process, roles, and required training to create a world-class product management ecosystem at Kennametal
• Research and analyze market, competitors, and best-in-class peer companies
• Increase an understanding of Agile practices, Design Thinking, new technologies opportunities and other new trends
• Own technology initiatives around delivering optimal PIM and MDM experience
• Work closely with Business Owners / SMEs to synchronize digital product development release readiness

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, Information Management, Digital Commerce, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in Product Management, Product Information Management, Product Marketing, Portfolio Management, Commercial Excellence, Digital Commerce, Customer Experience, or a related business function
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional initiatives in a global organization
• Proven success managing complex business processes, programs, products, or platforms throughout their lifecycle
• Experience leading and developing teams in a collaborative, matrixed environment
• Strong understanding of how product information supports customer experience, digital commerce, sales enablement, and business growth
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively engage technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to influence and drive alignment across functions including Engineering, Global Product Management, Sales, Marketing, and Digital teams
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering business results in a fast-paced environment
• Outstanding leadership, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Experience working with Product Information Management (PIM), Master Data Management (MDM), Digital Commerce, eCommerce, or related data management disciplines
• Experience with enterprise PIM platforms such as Stibo Systems, SAP, Informatica, or similar solutions
• Familiarity with product data governance, taxonomy, classification, and data quality best practices
• Experience working within Agile delivery environments
• Product Owner, Agile, Scrum, or Project Management certifications
• Experience using Jira or similar work management and collaboration tools
• Understanding of system integrations and digital product information ecosystems
• Experience supporting customer-facing digital transformation, eCommerce, or customer experience initiatives