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Operations & Wholesale Manager - Premium Sustainable Eyewear Brand
Zest Optical are working in partnership with a design-led, sustainability-focused eyewear brand based in London to recruit an Operations & Wholesale Manager who will play a vital role in shaping their growth across supply chain, wholesale, and business operations.
The brand has gained a strong reputation for its commitment to responsible production and craftsmanship.
With a flagship store in Central London and a growing global customer base spanning retail, e-commerce, and wholesale, they're entering an exciting phase of expansion.
This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven team where you'll lead operations from top to bottom, creating sustainable, scalable systems while building high-impact wholesale partnerships in the UK and internationally.
The Role
You'll be responsible for managing and optimising all aspects of the supply chain, wholesale sales, and operational processes.
Key areas include:
Operations & Supply Chain - Oversee procurement, production, inventory, logistics and fulfilment across multiple sales channels.
Wholesale Development - Identify and convert new wholesale opportunities, manage existing relationships, and ensure service excellence.
Sustainability & Compliance - Maintain B Corp standards, ensure EU Digital Product Passport (DPP) compliance, and embed environmental best practices across the business.
Product & Pricing - Support new product development, ensure quality standards, and shape the pricing strategy.
Leadership - Mentor a small cross-functional team and help embed a collaborative, impact-led culture.
What We're Looking For
Experience in operations and/or wholesale management, ideally within the eyewear or optics industry.
Strong knowledge of supply chain and commercial operations.
A genuine interest in sustainability and ethical product development.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Highly organised, tech-savvy, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
What's on Offer
The chance to join a growing, purpose-driven business shaping the future of sustainable eyewear.
Base salary paying £45,000 - £60,000 DOE.
Bonus structure linked to wholesale targets.
28 days holiday (including bank holidays).
Your own premium spectacles & sunglasses, plus generous family & friends discounts.
Collaborative, creative team culture with regular team-building days.
Interested?If this sounds like the kind of challenge you've been waiting for, please send your CV through the 'Apply' link and the team will make contact to discuss in more detail. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: West End, England
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £60000 per annum + Bonus + Benefits
Posted: 2025-05-12 16:44:58
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Account Manager
Automotive Aftermarket / Aftersales
Salary: Circa £50,000 + Bonus (OTE up to £54,000) Benefits: 25 days holiday, pension, equity opportunities Home-based with regular travel to London Ideal Locations: London, Oxford, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, Sheffield, Nottingham
We're partnering with a specialist provider of market intelligence and data services to the automotive aftermarket and aftersales sector.
As part of an international group, this agile UK-based business is expanding and now seeks a commercially driven Account Manager to nurture key accounts and lead business development across the UK.
The Role: As Account Manager, you'll manage client relationships, lead project delivery, and identify commercial opportunities.
You'll support OEMs, dealers, and aftermarket businesses with data-driven insight and strategic consultancy to help them grow and adapt in a changing market.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage existing accounts and maintain long-term client relationships
Identify and pursue new business opportunities across the UK
Lead project scoping, execution, and delivery with internal and external stakeholders
Develop proposals, pitch commercial solutions, and present insights to senior decision-makers
Stay updated on aftermarket and OEM trends to inform strategy and product development
About You:
Proven experience in the automotive aftermarket or aftersales (OEM, dealership, or aftermarket supply chain)
Background in account management with a new business mindset
Experience with data, consultancy, or solutions sales is advantageous
Strong communication and project management skills
Analytical and commercially minded
Apply Now If you're experienced in the automotive parts industry and looking to step into a strategic, client-facing role, apply today. Send your CV to Kayleigh Bradley at Glen Callum Associates Ltd or call 07908 893621 for a confidential discussion.
Job Reference: 4243KBA - Account Manager - Automotive Aftermarket
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxford, England
Start: 12/06/2025
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £54000 per annum + pension, equity opportunities
Posted: 2025-05-12 15:00:34
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Commercial Manager - Automotive Aftermarket
We are an Automotive Aftermarket business seeking a Commercial Manager to lead our dynamic Commercial Department, encompassing both Product Development and Commercial Development teams.
This role will suit an existing experienced Commercial Manager who wants to join a company where they can further develop their career, or an experienced Product Manager who is ready for the step up to a Commercial Managers role.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with departments including Purchasing, Supply Chain, Technical, and Sales to deliver a market-leading product offering.
With a strong focus on customer centricity, you will foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation across the business.
This role offers the successful Commercial Manager a proactive, innovative, and vibrant working environment and company culture where you can play a significant role adding to the further success of the business and your career.
Salary - Circa £50K plus Bonus (up to £10K) + Pension + 20 days hols (plus BH 28 days) + Health Care (after qualifying period)
Ideal Location - Wiltshire - Swindon, Chippenham, Trowbridge, Salisbury
Key Responsibilities & The Role:
As Commercial Manager you will own the product strategy, aligning vision with Commercial Development and Sales teams.
Work with Pricing, Technical, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Sales to streamline operations.
Oversee product lifecycle.
Promote deep relationships between the Commercial Development team, customers, and Sales team, enhancing the customer experience.
Conduct competitor analysis and recommend improvements to our offerings.
Set and update list pricing, refine pricing structures, and develop data-driven pricing strategies.
Manage and enhance product cataloguing on TecDoc and MAM.
Proven ability to blend product knowledge with market insight to prioritize customer needs.
Problem-Solving Skills: Proactive in identifying roadblocks and implementing cost-effective solutions.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, resilience, and time management capabilities.
Strong financial skills, creativity, and the ability to drive pricing initiatives and strategies.
Apply in Confidence
To apply for the position of Commercial Manager please forward your CV to Robert Cox, Senior Recruitment Consultant at Glen Callum Associates Ltd or call Rob directly on 07398 204832.
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Type: Permanent Location: Salisbury, England
Start: 07/06/2025
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £60000 per annum + + bonus (up to £10k) + pension +healthcare
Posted: 2025-05-08 15:00:03
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Commercial Manager - Automotive Aftermarket
We are an Automotive Aftermarket business seeking a Commercial Manager to lead our dynamic Commercial Department, encompassing both Product Development and Commercial Development teams.
This role will suit an existing experienced Commercial Manager who wants to join a company where they can further develop their career, or an experienced Product Manager who is ready for the step up to a Commercial Managers role.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with departments including Purchasing, Supply Chain, Technical, and Sales to deliver a market-leading product offering.
With a strong focus on customer centricity, you will foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation across the business.
This role offers the successful Commercial Manager a proactive, innovative, and vibrant working environment and company culture where you can play a significant role adding to the further success of the business and your career.
Salary - Circa £50K plus Bonus (up to £10K) + Pension + 20 days hols (plus BH 28 days) + Health Care (after qualifying period)
Ideal Location - Wiltshire - Swindon, Chippenham, Trowbridge, Salisbury
Key Responsibilities & The Role:
As Commercial Manager you will own the product strategy, aligning vision with Commercial Development and Sales teams.
Work with Pricing, Technical, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Sales to streamline operations.
Oversee product lifecycle.
Promote deep relationships between the Commercial Development team, customers, and Sales team, enhancing the customer experience.
Conduct competitor analysis and recommend improvements to our offerings.
Set and update list pricing, refine pricing structures, and develop data-driven pricing strategies.
Manage and enhance product cataloguing on TecDoc and MAM.
Proven ability to blend product knowledge with market insight to prioritize customer needs.
Problem-Solving Skills: Proactive in identifying roadblocks and implementing cost-effective solutions.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, resilience, and time management capabilities.
Strong financial skills, creativity, and the ability to drive pricing initiatives and strategies.
Apply in Confidence
To apply for the position of Commercial Manager please forward your CV to Robert Cox, Senior Recruitment Consultant at Glen Callum Associates Ltd or call Rob directly on 07398 204832.
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Type: Permanent Location: Trowbridge, England
Start: 08/06/2025
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £60000 per annum + + bonus (up to £10k) + pension +healthcare
Posted: 2025-05-08 11:00:02
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Commercial Manager - Automotive Aftermarket
We are an Automotive Aftermarket business seeking a Commercial Manager to lead our dynamic Commercial Department, encompassing both Product Development and Commercial Development teams.
This role will suit an existing experienced Commercial Manager who wants to join a company where they can further develop their career, or an experienced Product Manager who is ready for the step up to a Commercial Managers role.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with departments including Purchasing, Supply Chain, Technical, and Sales to deliver a market-leading product offering.
With a strong focus on customer centricity, you will foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation across the business.
This role offers the successful Commercial Manager a proactive, innovative, and vibrant working environment and company culture where you can play a significant role adding to the further success of the business and your career.
Salary - Circa £50K plus Bonus (up to £10K) + Pension + 20 days hols (plus BH 28 days) + Health Care (after qualifying period)
Ideal Location - Wiltshire - Swindon, Chippenham, Trowbridge, Salisbury
Key Responsibilities & The Role:
As Commercial Manager you will own the product strategy, aligning vision with Commercial Development and Sales teams.
Work with Pricing, Technical, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Sales to streamline operations.
Oversee product lifecycle.
Promote deep relationships between the Commercial Development team, customers, and Sales team, enhancing the customer experience.
Conduct competitor analysis and recommend improvements to our offerings.
Set and update list pricing, refine pricing structures, and develop data-driven pricing strategies.
Manage and enhance product cataloguing on TecDoc and MAM.
Proven ability to blend product knowledge with market insight to prioritize customer needs.
Problem-Solving Skills: Proactive in identifying roadblocks and implementing cost-effective solutions.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, resilience, and time management capabilities.
Strong financial skills, creativity, and the ability to drive pricing initiatives and strategies.
Apply in Confidence
To apply for the position of Commercial Manager please forward your CV to Robert Cox, Senior Recruitment Consultant at Glen Callum Associates Ltd or call Rob directly on 07398 204832.
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Type: Permanent Location: Chippenham, England
Start: 07/06/2025
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £60000 per annum + + bonus (up to £10k) + pension +healthcare
Posted: 2025-05-07 15:00:09
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Commercial Manager - Automotive Aftermarket
We are an Automotive Aftermarket business seeking a Commercial Manager to lead our dynamic Commercial Department, encompassing both Product Development and Commercial Development teams.
This role will suit an existing experienced Commercial Manager who wants to join a company where they can further develop their career, or an experienced Product Manager who is ready for the step up to a Commercial Managers role.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with departments including Purchasing, Supply Chain, Technical, and Sales to deliver a market-leading product offering.
With a strong focus on customer centricity, you will foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation across the business.
This role offers the successful Commercial Manager a proactive, innovative, and vibrant working environment and company culture where you can play a significant role adding to the further success of the business and your career.
Salary - Circa £50K plus Bonus (up to £10K) + Pension + 20 days hols (plus BH 28 days) + Health Care (after qualifying period)
Ideal Location - Wiltshire - Swindon, Chippenham, Trowbridge, Salisbury
Key Responsibilities & The Role:
As Commercial Manager you will own the product strategy, aligning vision with Commercial Development and Sales teams.
Work with Pricing, Technical, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Sales to streamline operations.
Oversee product lifecycle.
Promote deep relationships between the Commercial Development team, customers, and Sales team, enhancing the customer experience.
Conduct competitor analysis and recommend improvements to our offerings.
Set and update list pricing, refine pricing structures, and develop data-driven pricing strategies.
Manage and enhance product cataloguing on TecDoc and MAM.
Proven ability to blend product knowledge with market insight to prioritize customer needs.
Problem-Solving Skills: Proactive in identifying roadblocks and implementing cost-effective solutions.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, resilience, and time management capabilities.
Strong financial skills, creativity, and the ability to drive pricing initiatives and strategies.
Apply in Confidence
To apply for the position of Commercial Manager please forward your CV to Robert Cox, Senior Recruitment Consultant at Glen Callum Associates Ltd or call Rob directly on 07398 204832.
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Type: Permanent Location: Swindon, England
Start: 07/06/2025
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £60000 per annum + + bonus (up to £10k) + pension +healthcare
Posted: 2025-05-07 10:00:05
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Holt Executive are proud to be partnered with a class leading Defence company who have an exciting opportunity for a Commodity Specialist.
The Commodity Specialist will be responsible for executing the supply chain strategy and driving strong, risk-mitigated supply partnerships.
This role ensures the delivery of quality products and services on plan and at the lowest cost of ownership, while adapting the supply chain to meet emerging needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Commodity Responsibility:
- Facilitate the introduction of new parts and adapt the supply chain to support emerging needs.
Manage end-to-end procurement activities for an engineering-based portfolio.
- Formulate and negotiate contracts within company terms and framework agreements to support both contracting and aftermarket requirements.
- Develop strong supply partnerships, identifying opportunities to climb the value chain and maximize value for a high-performing, agile supply chain network.
- Identify and develop new supply sources that meet commercial, compliance, sustainability, and technical requirements.
- Prepare and publish RFIs and RFQs, providing detailed cost-benefit analysis and ROI proposals.
- Manage the process of engagement, disengagement, and change management throughout the contract lifecycle.
- Conduct regular site visits and business reviews, examining performance and setting improvement goals.
- Perform risk assessments and supplier audits, ensuring alignment of business objectives and strategies.
- Lead and execute continuous improvement initiatives with internal and external partners.
- Use problem-solving techniques to enhance supplier performance and resolve issues at the root cause level.
Skills & Experience Essential:
- Strong analytical skills with good IT knowledge and experience using MRP/ERP systems.
- Experience in technical, engineering, and machined part procurement with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
- Experience in forming and constructing contracts.
Desirable:
- Experience working within integrated project management teams.
- CIPS Level 4 or above qualification.
Personal Attributes:
- Demonstrates core values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.
- Collaborative team player with strong cross-functional communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Proactive, results-driven, able to plan, organize, and execute across the supply chain.
- Resilient, adaptable, and capable of working under pressure with tight deadlines.
Work Life Balance:
- 37.5-hour working week.
- Lunchtime finishes on Fridays.
- Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
- 28 days annual leave, with Christmas closure.
- Holiday purchasing scheme.
Security Clearance Requirements: Due to the nature of the business, staff must be able to obtain UK Security Clearance.
Therefore, successful candidates will need to provide proof of identity, employment history, and right to work in the UK, along with proof of UK residency for at least five years. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: West Sussex,England
Start: 02/05/2025
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £47000 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-02 08:12:04
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Assistant Donation Hub Manager
West Norwood, London | £25,207 per annum (London Living Wage) | Full-time (35 hours per week worked across 5 days on a 7 day rota)
Are you a motivated and hands-on leader with a passion for retail and making a difference? We're working with a well-established national charity to recruit an enthusiastic Assistant Donation Hub Manager to join their dynamic retail team in West Norwood, London.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing operation at the heart of the charity's retail donations strategy.
The hub plays a vital role in the efficient processing and distribution of donated goods across a network of charity shops and retail partners.
About the Role:
As Assistant Hub Manager, you'll support the overall running of the donation hub, working closely with the Hub Manager to coordinate logistics, ensure smooth day-to-day operations, and manage a diverse team of staff and volunteers.
You'll have a strong focus on health and safety, stock control, and maximising the value of donated items.
Your leadership and organisational skills will be crucial to ensuring the hub operates efficiently, meeting the needs of the charity's retail outlets and helping to drive income that funds life-changing services and research.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day operations of the donation hub in collaboration with the Hub Manager.
Support and lead a team of warehouse assistants, drivers, and volunteers.
Ensure effective stock handling, quality control, and item categorisation.
Maintain high standards of health and safety and compliance within the hub.
Drive operational improvements and support sustainability initiatives.
Provide excellent customer service to donors and retail colleagues.
About You:
Proven experience in a supervisory or management role, ideally in retail, charity, warehousing, or logistics.
A practical, proactive approach with strong organisational skills.
Comfortable using stock systems and handling physical tasks.
A team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate others.
Passionate about the charity sector and making a positive social impact.
Full UK driving licence
Why Join?
This is a chance to be part of a supportive and mission-driven organisation, working within a collaborative team where your contribution really matters.
The charity offers a friendly working environment, opportunities for development, and the chance to make a tangible difference every day.
By applying for this role, you are consenting for C2 Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations.
To view other great vacancies at C2 Recruitment, please visit our website or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities in:
Buying & Merchandising and Ecommerce | Charity & Non Profit | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Hospitality, Catering & Leisure | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Office & Administration | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade and Luxury Operations | Senior Appointments & Executive | Sales & FMCG | Supply Chain & Logistics & Warehouse.
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Type: Permanent Location: South West London, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £25027 per annum + Great Benefits
Posted: 2025-05-01 14:21:08
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Exciting Opportunity: SAP EWM Solution Architect - Shape the Future of Logistics!
Remote within Germany | Low Travel Intensity
Join a global leader in digital logistics and supply chain solutions, and take on a pivotal role in redefining how businesses operate through SAP EWM.
This is your chance to work at the forefront of innovation in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
Your Key Responsibilities:
Lead the technical strategy and delivery of SAP EWM projects, including complex transformation programmes for national and international clients.
Design and develop SAP EWM solutions tailored to customer requirements, offering expert advice across the full project lifecycle.
Partner closely with clients to shape optimal solutions, supporting their transition from SAP NetWeaver to S/4HANA and other next-generation technologies.
What We're Looking For:
Fluency in German and English to communicate confidently across global teams.
Proven experience in SAP EWM architecture design and technical leadership.
A strategic thinker with strong leadership abilities and a passion for driving high-quality project outcomes.
What We Offer:
A fully remote role within Germany, with flexible working hours and access to office spaces if desired.
Minimal travel requirements to maintain a strong work-life balance.
Long-term career development opportunities, with pathways to grow your technical and leadership skills.
A vibrant company culture with benefits such as fitness schemes, hardware and bike leasing, and exclusive employee discounts.
If you are interested, please contact me for a confidential discussion using the contact details provided, or click ‘apply' to send an updated copy of your CV.
Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and we believe that inclusion starts with the applicant.
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Hamburg, Germany
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Additional Benefits
Posted: 2025-04-30 09:49:20
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Exciting Opportunity: SAP TM Solution Architect - Shape the Future of Logistics!
Remote within Germany | Low Travel Intensity
Join a global leader in digital logistics and supply chain solutions, and take on a pivotal role in redefining how businesses operate through SAP TM.
This is your chance to work at the forefront of innovation in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
Your Key Responsibilities:
Lead the technical strategy and delivery of SAP TM projects, including complex transformation programmes for national and international clients.
Design and develop SAP TM solutions tailored to customer requirements, offering expert advice across the full project lifecycle.
Partner closely with clients to shape optimal solutions, supporting their transition from SAP NetWeaver to S/4HANA and other next-generation technologies.
What We're Looking For:
Fluency in German and English to communicate confidently across global teams.
Proven experience in SAP TM architecture design and technical leadership.
A strategic thinker with strong leadership abilities and a passion for driving high-quality project outcomes.
What We Offer:
A fully remote role within Germany, with flexible working hours and access to office spaces if desired.
Minimal travel requirements to maintain a strong work-life balance.
Long-term career development opportunities, with pathways to grow your technical and leadership skills.
A vibrant company culture with benefits such as fitness schemes, hardware and bike leasing, and exclusive employee discounts.
If you are interested, please contact me for a confidential discussion using the contact details provided, or click ‘apply' to send an updated copy of your CV.
Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and we believe that inclusion starts with the applicant.
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Deutschland
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Additional Benefits
Posted: 2025-04-30 09:42:04
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Template: Product Manager Job Title: Product Manager, Small Project Paints Location: Vernon Hills, IL Department: Product Reports To: Director of Product Marketing Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry.
We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints and finishes, durable industrial, roof repair, and flooring coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all. Summary and job description: Develop and execute innovative marketing strategies to promote spray paint product line.
Your responsibilities include market research, product positioning, go-to-market planning, and performance analysis to drive product success and customer engagement, with a strong emphasis on fostering innovation in product offerings and marketing approaches.
This role requires a blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills to effectively promote Rust-Oleum's spray paint products and drive market growth Responsibilities: Develop and implement a comprehensive innovation strategy for segment, identifying new opportunities for product development and market expansion. Work closely with sales teams to provide them with the tools and information needed to effectively sell innovative spray paint products.
Develop sales materials, presentations, and training programs. Collaborate with various departments, including R&D, sales, and supply chain, to ensure alignment and successful execution of innovation initiatives. Prioritize, strategize, design, develop, launch, and support product campaigns. Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats. Create exceptional user experiences, working with our Creative department visually appealing interfaces with target audience. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success. Direct market research and market intelligence gathering to ensure understanding of applications, users, competition and market trends.
Analyze and leverage data and insights to develop and formulate category and product recommendations.
Conduct early-stage opportunity assessment, ideation and concept development for a new product opportunity from ideation to market launch. Manage product portfolio to develop and promote new products and optimize and grow existing product lines. Monitor and analyze the competitive landscape, business developments and market trends to identify strategic opportunities and ensure product offering is properly positioned. Developing strategic plans and innovating roadmaps for key product segments. Driving new product development activities through Stage-Gate product management and market research. Ensuring profitability within the assigned market segments, including supporting the product commercialization process. Define and develop product positioning, messaging, feature specifications, unique selling proposition and pricing strategies. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
6+ years of relevant Product, Product Development or Brand experience (consumer packaged good preferred).
Strong new product development experience required. Exhibit understanding of the product commercialization process and documentation and information sharing needs and protocols. Exhibit understanding of retail, independent paint/hardware, and distribution business models. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Passionate problem solver and creative thinker, with ability to pitch new ideas and be open to feedback. Analytic and strategic thinking skills, with ability to digest complex information and make data-driven decisions. Team player who will work well on cross-functional teams including Operations, Finance, Sales, Research & Development, Customer Service, etc. Confident public speaker with the ability to influence senior level management. Travel is approximately 5% annually for customer presentations, trade shows, etc. Salary Range: $85,000 - $125,0000, bonus eligible
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave.
We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment and offer a company match.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
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Type: Permanent Location: Vernon Hills, Illinois
Posted: 2025-04-26 23:11:11
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Template: Product Manager Job Title: Product Manager, Small Project Paints Location: Vernon Hills, IL Department: Product Reports To: Director of Product Marketing Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry.
We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints and finishes, durable industrial, roof repair, and flooring coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all. Summary and job description: Develop and execute innovative marketing strategies to promote spray paint product line.
Your responsibilities include market research, product positioning, go-to-market planning, and performance analysis to drive product success and customer engagement, with a strong emphasis on fostering innovation in product offerings and marketing approaches.
This role requires a blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills to effectively promote Rust-Oleum's spray paint products and drive market growth Responsibilities: Develop and implement a comprehensive innovation strategy for segment, identifying new opportunities for product development and market expansion. Work closely with sales teams to provide them with the tools and information needed to effectively sell innovative spray paint products.
Develop sales materials, presentations, and training programs. Collaborate with various departments, including R&D, sales, and supply chain, to ensure alignment and successful execution of innovation initiatives. Prioritize, strategize, design, develop, launch, and support product campaigns. Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats. Create exceptional user experiences, working with our Creative department visually appealing interfaces with target audience. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success. Direct market research and market intelligence gathering to ensure understanding of applications, users, competition and market trends.
Analyze and leverage data and insights to develop and formulate category and product recommendations.
Conduct early-stage opportunity assessment, ideation and concept development for a new product opportunity from ideation to market launch. Manage product portfolio to develop and promote new products and optimize and grow existing product lines. Monitor and analyze the competitive landscape, business developments and market trends to identify strategic opportunities and ensure product offering is properly positioned. Developing strategic plans and innovating roadmaps for key product segments. Driving new product development activities through Stage-Gate product management and market research. Ensuring profitability within the assigned market segments, including supporting the product commercialization process. Define and develop product positioning, messaging, feature specifications, unique selling proposition and pricing strategies. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
6+ years of relevant Product, Product Development or Brand experience (consumer packaged good preferred).
Strong new product development experience required. Exhibit understanding of the product commercialization process and documentation and information sharing needs and protocols. Exhibit understanding of retail, independent paint/hardware, and distribution business models. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Passionate problem solver and creative thinker, with ability to pitch new ideas and be open to feedback. Analytic and strategic thinking skills, with ability to digest complex information and make data-driven decisions. Team player who will work well on cross-functional teams including Operations, Finance, Sales, Research & Development, Customer Service, etc. Confident public speaker with the ability to influence senior level management. Travel is approximately 5% annually for customer presentations, trade shows, etc. Salary Range: $85,000 - $125,0000, bonus eligible
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave.
We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment and offer a company match.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
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Type: Permanent Location: Vernon Hills, Illinois
Posted: 2025-04-26 23:10:46
