Associate Product Manager
$86,166–$134,418 year
HybridRolling Meadows, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Conduct formal and informal research to determine shopper, brand, and retailer needs, then define market gaps and develop product roadmaps that recommend direction, scope, and future categories. Create development plans and schedules, manage the Stages and Gates process, and define performance parameters to optimize cost and adoption. Partner with Sales and Marketing to define go-to-market plans, quantify opportunities, and coordinate market engagement while preparing presentations and assisting on client calls. Manage display presentation programs, sales sample inventory, and trade show activities, including field visits and installation events. Prepare business reports and implement initiatives based on business analysis. Occasional travel required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and technical/professional experience
- 2-4 years of experience in Product Management
- Knowledge of all aspects of product development and management
- Strong analytical and financial skills
- Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and ERP systems
- Detail-oriented, thought-provoking, and viewed as a functional expert within the team
- Ability to work in a collaborative, cross-team capacity
- Occasional travel required
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with research and new product development preferred
- Experience in the assigned product line industry is a plus
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