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Rodger Burke

Lisle,IL

Summary

Dynamic Product Manager with a proven track record at Panduit Corporation, excelling in product lifecycle management and market research. Spearheaded successful product launches through cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management, driving revenue growth and enhancing product positioning. Recognized for developing comprehensive go-to-market strategies and fostering innovation within teams.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Product Manager

Panduit Corporation
03.2008 - 04.2018
  • Communicated effectively with team members to deliver updates on project milestones and deadlines.
  • Developed product documentation to communicate upcoming features and products to internal teams.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to develop effective training materials that drove increased product knowledge among staff members, resulting in higher close rates.
  • Analyzed metrics to measure product performance.
  • Coordinated design meetings and decisions with internal departments and teams.
  • Collaborated with sales, marketing, and support teams to launch products on time and within budget.
  • Documented user stories, specifications, and product features into detailed work order to communicate across teams and build mandatory requirements.
  • Managed full product lifecycle, from ideation through post-launch support, ensuring consistent quality control measures were in place.
  • Managed stakeholder expectations effectively throughout the entire product development process.
  • Prioritized roadmap in order to achieve product goals and metrics.
  • Launched successful products by conducting thorough market research and identifying customer needs.
  • Established criteria for each milestone within product roadmap as means to measure developmental progress.
  • Liaised with clients to better understand business needs and current market landscape.
  • Analyzed competitive landscapes to identify market opportunities, informing strategic business decisions.
  • Drove revenue growth by establishing strong relationships with key industry partners.
  • Managed product demonstrations and testimonials for performance evaluation.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget constraints.
  • Developed comprehensive go-to-market strategies, ensuring successful product launches and brand positioning.
  • Reduced time to market for new product launches, coordinating efforts across multiple departments to ensure seamless execution.
  • Developed comprehensive product roadmaps, setting clear vision and direction for development team.
  • Fostered culture of innovation, encouraging team members to propose and pursue new ideas for product enhancement.
  • Negotiated with vendors for cost-effective solutions, improving product margins without compromising quality.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver new product features on schedule, fostering collaboration between engineering, marketing, and sales departments.
  • Coordinated with design and media teams to develop high-quality creative assets.
  • Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral.
  • Wrote and distributed press releases to increase brand visibility.
  • Optimized product pricing strategies to maximize revenue while maintaining competitive market positioning.

Adjunct Faculty Member

Benedictine University
07.2007 - 12.2007
  • Utilized various teaching methodologies to accommodate different learning styles within the classroom setting.
  • Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
  • Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
  • Organized, prepared, and revised [Type] course material and applied technological options for online and course-related software.
  • Taught Operations Management class in business operations, business procedures, and application of lean practices and technologies to up to 25 undergraduate students.
  • Conducted assessments and provided individualized feedback to help students improve their performance.
  • Scored exams and graded student performance fairly.

Consultant in Operations & Supply Chain Management

Sola, Inc. (at PCTEL Antenna Company)
04.2007 - 12.2007
  • Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
  • Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
  • Identified areas of improvement for clients'' operations, implementing targeted solutions to increase productivity.
  • Negotiated contracts on behalf of clients, securing favorable terms that contributed to their overall success.
  • Delivered comprehensive reports and presentations to stakeholders, providing insights and actionable recommendations for business improvement.
  • Optimized supply chain operations for clients, reducing costs and improving efficiency through strategic vendor management.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities, advising clients on budget optimization strategies.
  • Coordinated with external partners and vendors to deliver comprehensive solutions that meet clients' diverse needs.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.

Engineering Manager

Andrew Corporation
03.2003 - 04.2006
  • Led cross-functional teams for successful product development, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
  • Enhanced overall team productivity with continuous training and mentoring of junior engineers.
  • Reviewed technical documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Managed risk assessments during project planning phases, proactively mitigating potential issues before they arose during execution stages.
  • Fostered a culture of innovation and continuous improvement by encouraging the sharing of ideas, leading to increased creativity and problem-solving capabilities within the team.
  • Evaluated project requirements to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Evaluated vendor proposals to ensure high-quality materials were sourced at competitive prices while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers.
  • Optimized resource allocation, effectively managing budgets and manpower for multiple simultaneous projects.
  • Presented progress reports to executive leadership, demonstrating success in meeting project milestones on time and within budget constraints.
  • Improved engineering processes by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient project management techniques.
  • Designed innovative engineering solutions, leading to patents and industry recognition.
  • Performed concurrent design, manufacturing and engineering, reducing time required to bring products to market.
  • Identified areas of improvement in existing systems, providing recommendations that resulted in significant cost savings over time.
  • Optimized resource allocation to meet project deadlines, effectively managing budgets and minimizing waste.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging feedback and implementing strategic changes to enhance operations.
  • Oversaw patenting process for several proprietary technologies, protecting intellectual property and securing competitive advantage.
  • Drove successful completion of key projects, coordinating with stakeholders and ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Product Line Manager

Andrew Corporation
02.2000 - 03.2003
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning within the department.
  • Analyzed competitor offerings and developed unique value propositions to strengthen the company''s competitive positioning.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable contracts that led to reduced production costs.
  • Implemented robust forecasting methodologies that enabled accurate demand planning and improved inventory management practices.
  • Championed cross-departmental collaboration efforts, fostering a cohesive approach to managing the end-to-end lifecycle of the company''s product portfolio.
  • Spearheaded successful new product launches by coordinating efforts across marketing, engineering, manufacturing, and logistics teams.
  • Conducted regular reviews of product line performance, identifying areas of opportunity for continuous improvement.
  • Maintained a keen understanding of industry trends, ensuring the company''s products remained relevant in a rapidly evolving marketplace.
  • Oversaw budgeting processes for assigned products lines while managing financial targets for both top-line revenue growth and bottom-line profitability improvements.
  • Collaborated with sales and operations teams to ensure efficient inventory management and optimal stock levels.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to deliver updates on project milestones and deadlines.
  • Developed product documentation to communicate upcoming features and products to internal teams.
  • Prioritized roadmap in order to achieve product goals and metrics.
  • Thrived in fast-paced, highly-adept team to develop and prioritize product features and build product roadmap.
  • Liaised with clients to better understand business needs and current market landscape.
  • Managed product demonstrations and testimonials for performance evaluation.
  • Directed planning and budgeting efforts.
  • Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral.
  • Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and target markets.
  • Coordinated with design and media teams to develop high-quality creative assets.
  • Executed comprehensive marketing plans that consistently achieved targets for increased revenue.
  • Managed budget allocation and resource utilization to maximize marketing ROI.
  • Developed creative presentations, trend reports, kitted assets, and product data sheets.
  • Led team of marketing professionals, offering mentoring and coaching to build knowledge and skills.
  • Wrote and distributed press releases to increase brand visibility.

Product Manager

Harting, Inc.
05.1998 - 01.2000
  • Communicated effectively with team members to deliver updates on project milestones and deadlines.
  • Developed product documentation to communicate upcoming features and products to internal teams.
  • Launched successful products by conducting thorough market research and identifying customer needs.
  • Responsible for revenue growth, P/L, inventory management, US advertising, marketing presentations, sales training, product literature, and supervision of an Applications Engineer and a Product Specialist for the company's line of data-com connector products in North America.

Marketing Manager

Cinch Connectivity Solutions
02.1995 - 04.1998
  • Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
  • Managed social media accounts for optimal audience engagement and increased online presence.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to use for launches, rebranding campaigns and promotions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent branding across all company touchpoints and communications channels.
  • Organized successful trade show exhibits, showcasing products or services effectively to potential customers or partners.
  • Conducted market research to identify trends, informing product development and positioning strategies.
  • Monitored competitor activities, adapting strategies to maintain competitive advantage.
  • Implemented customer feedback loops, refining marketing strategies for improved customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinated with sales teams to align marketing and sales strategies, driving revenue growth.

Senior Engineer

JST Corporation
10.1993 - 04.1995
  • Improved project efficiency by streamlining engineering processes and implementing innovative solutions.
  • Monitored employee performance to keep projects on task.
  • Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance in best practices and fostering professional growth opportunities.
  • Delivered high-quality products by collaborating closely with sales teams to understand customer needs and translate them into viable solutions.
  • Provided technical support to field sales through frequent customer visits. Developed new products through focusing on the needs of target accounts such as IBM, Compaq, Storage Tech., Motorola, Zenith, and Thompson Electronics.
  • Coordinated customer approval process by managing communication with stakeholders in headquarters in Osaka, Japan.

Design Engineer

Molex, Incorporated
09.1986 - 10.1993
  • Optimized existing designs, reducing production costs and enhancing overall performance.
  • Streamlined the design process for increased efficiency by utilizing advanced CAD software tools.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
  • Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
  • Improved product quality by conducting detailed design reviews and implementing necessary changes.
  • Optimized product designs for manufacturability, simplifying assembly processes and reducing labor costs.
  • Developed innovative product features for market differentiation and customer satisfaction.
  • Awarded 4 US patents for innovative solution to reduce wire harness complexity for Xerox.
  • Design team member on high-speed miniature coaxial backplane interconnect and custom fiber optic interconnect for major wireless telecommunications equipment supplier.
  • Product owner of 2mm interconnect system.

Education

MBA - Operations Management

DePaul University
Chicago, IL

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL

Skills

  • Product lifecycle management
  • Market research
  • Product development
  • Stakeholder management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Roadmap development
  • Cross functional leadership
  • User story creation
  • Go-to-market strategy

Certification

  • PMC II Pragmatic Institute 2011

Timeline

Product Manager

Panduit Corporation
03.2008 - 04.2018

Adjunct Faculty Member

Benedictine University
07.2007 - 12.2007

Consultant in Operations & Supply Chain Management

Sola, Inc. (at PCTEL Antenna Company)
04.2007 - 12.2007

Engineering Manager

Andrew Corporation
03.2003 - 04.2006

Product Line Manager

Andrew Corporation
02.2000 - 03.2003

Product Manager

Harting, Inc.
05.1998 - 01.2000

Marketing Manager

Cinch Connectivity Solutions
02.1995 - 04.1998

Senior Engineer

JST Corporation
10.1993 - 04.1995

Design Engineer

Molex, Incorporated
09.1986 - 10.1993

MBA - Operations Management

DePaul University

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

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