Product Manager-1464

Protective Industrial Products • $90K — $120K *
Latham, NY 12110In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field.
  • Experience in Product Management, preferably in industrial or PPE-related sectors.
  • Strong analytical skills for data interpretation and strategic decision-making.
  • Proven collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; data entry skills are advantageous.
  • Ability to thrive independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Identify market opportunities and define strategic product plans for growth.
  • Oversee the entire product lifecycle from concept to end-of-life.
  • Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams on go-to-market strategies.
  • Manage supplier relationships to ensure product quality and availability.
  • Coordinate compliance testing and address customer quality issues.
  • Analyze sales and market data to inform business decisions.
  • Act as a product advocate and align initiatives across various departments.
  • Engage with customers through VoC research and industry events.

Benefits

  • Dynamic work environment with opportunities for cross-functional collaboration.
  • Exposure to product lifecycle management and market analysis.
  • Potential for travel within North America and opportunities for international exposure.
  • Engagement in innovative product development within the PPE industry.
Full Job Description
This position will be a dynamic and results-driven Product Manager that will lead the development and management of our protective product lines. This role involves overseeing product lifecycle management, conducting market and competitive analysis, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and growth. The ideal candidate will have a background in Product Management, with experience in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) being strongly preferred. This position reports to the Director of Product Management.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Product Strategy & Development: Identify market opportunities and define strategic plans for product categories, incorporating customer insights, competitive analysis, and industry trends to maximize profitable growth for assigned categories.
  • Lifecycle Management: Oversee the full product lifecycle, from concept to end-of-life, ensuring timely execution of product development, sourcing, and launch initiatives.
  • Sales & Marketing Collaboration: Work closely with Sales and Marketing teams to develop go-to-market strategies, promotional campaigns, and product messaging.
  • Supplier & Inventory Management: Collaborate with global sourcing teams and suppliers to ensure product quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely availability. Manage excess and obsolete inventory plans.
  • Quality & Compliance: Partner with testing agencies to coordinate compliance and standards testing. Monitor and address customer complaints and quality issues.
  • Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze sales performance, inventory levels, and market data to guide decision-making and forecasting.
  • Cross-functional Leadership: Act as a product advocate and work with stakeholders across Sales, Design, Production, and Operations to align product initiatives with business goals.
  • Customer & Market Engagement: Collaborate with Marketing on Voice of Customer (VoC) research, attend industry trade shows, and support field sales activities to gather market feedback and promote product adoption.
  • Travel Requirements: Up to 25% travel within North America for field sales support, distributor meetings, and industry events. Occasional international travel may be required to visit suppliers and sourcing teams.


CORE SKILLS/COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience in Product Management, preferably within an industrial or PPE-related business.
  • Proven ability to use financial principles, market dynamics, and business strategies to drive product profitability and sustainable growth in an industrial business.
  • Collaborative mindset with a history of working with Sales, Marketing, Finance and Operational stakeholders to create solutions.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make strategic decisions.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); data entry skills a plus.
  • Ability to multitask, work independently, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

About Protective Industrial Products

Protective Industrial Products (PIP) is a global leader in hand protection and PPE (personal protective equipment) solutions. With a mission to keep people safe, PIP offers a wide range of products including gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, hearing protection, and more. The company serves a variety of industries including construction, oil and gas, food processing, and healthcare. PIP has a strong commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, with initiatives focused on reducing waste, conserving energy, and supporting local communities.
Learn more about Protective Industrial Products
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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