Product Manager

Protective Industrial Products$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field.
  • Experience in Product Management, preferably in an industrial or PPE-related business.
  • Proven ability to leverage financial principles and market dynamics for product profitability.
  • Collaborative mindset with experience engaging cross-functional teams.
  • Strong analytical skills for data interpretation and strategic decision-making.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills for diverse stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with data entry is a plus.
  • Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Identify market opportunities and define strategic plans for product categories.
  • Oversee full product lifecycle from concept to end-of-life.
  • Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to develop go-to-market strategies.
  • Manage supplier relationships and ensure product quality and availability.
  • Coordinate with testing agencies for compliance and address quality issues.
  • Analyze sales performance and market data to inform decision-making.
  • Act as a product advocate across Sales, Design, Production, and Operations.
  • Engage with customers through VoC research and industry events.

Benefits

  • Dynamic and results-driven work environment.
  • Opportunity to lead innovation in protective product lines.
  • Cross-functional collaboration with diverse teams.
  • Travel opportunities within North America and potentially internationally.
  • Engagement in industry trade shows and networking events.
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 (Respiratory 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.
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