Our client is a leading chemical manufacturer for the consumer, industrial, and agricultural industries and are seeking a Product Manager for their headquarters in the greater Madison, WI area. They offer a complete benefit package, salary range of $80K - $90K, performance bonus, annual bonus, profit sharing and relocation benefits. Job responsibilities include:
- Assist with execution and implementation of all marketing-related activities for the domestic team
- Support the VP of Marketing and International Product Manager with product launches and sales
- Assist sales team in preparing for trade shows, customer sales meetings, and training events
- Drive product execution process for all confirmed new product initiatives from approval to launch
- Work with registrations to ensure package labeling meets requirements and drive development and execution of packaging
- Work with purchasing to ensure efficient, cost-effective packaging development and transition plans for existing/new products
- Work with the Marketing team and the Sales team to develop collateral materials including working with graphic artists, sales managers, and outside customers to ensure successful completion
- Manage all collateral development for new product introductions as well as updates and enhancements to existing materials
- Monitor inventory levels and determine economic order quantities of new materials, as necessary
- Attend all divisional sales meetings, regional trade shows, and training events as needed to gather intelligence necessary for effective product and sales support
- In concert with the team, develop and implement promotional marketing programs that support sales objectives
- Coordinate and advertising campaigns that support new product introductions, product initiatives, and other objectives
- Work with the Vice President of Marketing and Sales managers to develop and execute promotional materials for customer-specific initiatives
- Work cross-functionally to identify products that no longer meet companies’ required performance criteria
- Evaluate product performance and manage product life cycle to drive continued sales growth through merchandising, promotional, or packaging solutions
- Work with Marketing team to manage websites and execute digital communications (e-blasts, online promotional content)
- Work with SVP and VP of Marketing to support and manage all divisional trademarks
The following qualifications must be met to be considered for the position:
- BS/BA – Marketing or Business Administration required; MBA a plus
- Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience as an associate product manager in a CPG and/or manufacturing environment
- Experience with new product development from ideation to launch a big plus
- Superior spreadsheet and database management abilities
- Experience with cross-functional teams
Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 5 - 10 years
Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: Yes
