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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Associate Product Manager - Small Project Paints
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Product
Reports To: Director of Product Management
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:
Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and make an impact? At Rust-Oleum, we don't just make paint-we create solutions that transform spaces, spark creativity, and empower DIYers and pros alike.
As an Associate Product Manager in our Small Project Paints segment, you'll be at the heart of innovation, helping to shape the future of one of our most dynamic and fast-moving product categories. In this role, you'll be both a strategic partner and a hands-on doer.
You'll support the product management team with critical day-to-day operations, while also owning and driving your own projects from concept to shelf.
Whether it's launching a new color line, analyzing market trends, or collaborating with cross-functional teams on packaging updates, your work will directly influence how our products show up in the world.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with marketing, R&D, sales, and supply chain to bring new ideas to life. Support the product management team as well as lead your own projects; including product enhancements, competitive research, and go-to-market initiatives. Assist in managing the product lifecycle-from ideation and development to launch and post-launch analysis. Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats. Strategize, design, develop, launch, and support product campaigns. Work with our Creative department to create visually appealing interfaces. Participate in 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 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. 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. Travel is approximately 5% annually for customer presentations, trade shows, etc.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
This is an entry level role. 4+ years of relevant Brand or Product experience.
(consumer packaged goods preferred) 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. Team player who will work well on cross-functional teams including Operations, Finance, Sales, Research & Development, Customer Service, etc. Exceptional communication, organization, prioritization, presentation and interpersonal skills. Passionate problem solver and creative thinker, with ability to learn quickly and work in a fast-paced environment. Analytic and strategic thinking skills, with ability to digest complex information. Self-starter looking to grow their career and further the business. Salary: $75,000 - $95,000, 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.
Rust-Oleum offers 9 paid holidays and two floating holidays per year.
You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis. Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Vernon Hills, Illinois
Posted: 2025-06-21 23:10:40
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Senior Product Manager - Small Project Paints Segment
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Product Management
Reports To: Director Product Management, Small Project Paints
Direct Reports/Manages others: Yes
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:
Are you a passionate brand builder? An innovation leader focused on consumer goods? This is the role for you.
As a Senior Product Manager in our Small Project Paints segment, you will be the driving force behind innovation, growth, and brand activation in one of our most creative and consumer-loved categories.
This is more than a product role-it is a strategic leadership opportunity.
You will shape the future of the category by developing forward-thinking strategies, identifying white space opportunities, and launching products to create a best-in-class user experience for DIYers and Professionals alike.
You will collaborate across functions to bring bold ideas to life, while mentoring and supporting a high-performing product team.
Responsibilities:
Strategy Development: Define and execute long-term product strategies that align with business growth goals, innovation roadmap, competitive analysis, and market trends.
Innovation Leadership: Lead the ideation and development of breakthrough products and enhancements that set the standard in the category.
Growth Acceleration: Identify and capitalize on opportunities to expand market share, drive revenue, and increase brand relevance.
Brand Activation: Partner with marketing to bring the brand to life through compelling content, storytelling, positioning, packaging, and go-to-market campaigns.
Team Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with R&D, sales, operations, and customer insights to ensure seamless execution and continuous improvement.
Partner 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.
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.
Travel is approximately 5% annually for customer presentations, trade shows, etc.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; MBA a plus
8+ years of relevant Product Development or Brand experience (consumer packaged goods 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.
Leadership Traits:
Technical Understanding & Business Acumen: Knows the business and the mission-critical technical and functional skills to perform the job at a high level.
Understands various types of business propositions and how the business operates.
Learn new methods and technologies easily.
Learning Agility: Learns quickly when facing new problems.
Is a relentless and versatile learner and is open to change.
Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks and can quickly discern the underlying structure of anything.
Strategic Agility: See ahead clearly and can anticipate future consequences and trends.
Is future oriented and offers broad knowledge and perspective.
Can scenario plan possibilities and outcomes.
Leadership: Provides the essential critical thinking to determine the necessary approaches to get things done.
Offers good judgement about which creative ideas and suggestions will work; can facilitate effective brainstorming, can project how potential ideas could play out in the marketplace.
Create New & Different: Ability to recognize the next great breakthrough.
Is creative, visionary, and can create and bring exciting ideas to market.
Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard and is full of energy, steadfastly pushing self and other for results.
Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully and is consistently a top performer.
Effective project management skills
Excellent communication skills to all levels of the organization.
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Is clear, concise and persuasive.
Experience creating and presenting business proposals, handling objections and overcoming obstacles Salary: $115,000 - 145,000, 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.
Rust-Oleum offers nine paid holidays and two floating holidays per year.
You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Vernon Hills, Illinois
Posted: 2025-06-21 23:10:09
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Senior Product Manager - Small Project Paints Segment
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Product Management
Reports To: Director Product Management, Small Project Paints
Direct Reports/Manages others: Yes
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:
Are you a passionate brand builder? An innovation leader focused on consumer goods? This is the role for you.
As a Senior Product Manager in our Small Project Paints segment, you will be the driving force behind innovation, growth, and brand activation in one of our most creative and consumer-loved categories.
This is more than a product role-it is a strategic leadership opportunity.
You will shape the future of the category by developing forward-thinking strategies, identifying white space opportunities, and launching products to create a best-in-class user experience for DIYers and Professionals alike.
You will collaborate across functions to bring bold ideas to life, while mentoring and supporting a high-performing product team.
Responsibilities:
Strategy Development: Define and execute long-term product strategies that align with business growth goals, innovation roadmap, competitive analysis, and market trends.
Innovation Leadership: Lead the ideation and development of breakthrough products and enhancements that set the standard in the category.
Growth Acceleration: Identify and capitalize on opportunities to expand market share, drive revenue, and increase brand relevance.
Brand Activation: Partner with marketing to bring the brand to life through compelling content, storytelling, positioning, packaging, and go-to-market campaigns.
Team Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with R&D, sales, operations, and customer insights to ensure seamless execution and continuous improvement.
Partner 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.
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.
Travel is approximately 5% annually for customer presentations, trade shows, etc.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; MBA a plus
8+ years of relevant Product Development or Brand experience (consumer packaged goods 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.
Leadership Traits:
Technical Understanding & Business Acumen: Knows the business and the mission-critical technical and functional skills to perform the job at a high level.
Understands various types of business propositions and how the business operates.
Learn new methods and technologies easily.
Learning Agility: Learns quickly when facing new problems.
Is a relentless and versatile learner and is open to change.
Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks and can quickly discern the underlying structure of anything.
Strategic Agility: See ahead clearly and can anticipate future consequences and trends.
Is future oriented and offers broad knowledge and perspective.
Can scenario plan possibilities and outcomes.
Leadership: Provides the essential critical thinking to determine the necessary approaches to get things done.
Offers good judgement about which creative ideas and suggestions will work; can facilitate effective brainstorming, can project how potential ideas could play out in the marketplace.
Create New & Different: Ability to recognize the next great breakthrough.
Is creative, visionary, and can create and bring exciting ideas to market.
Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard and is full of energy, steadfastly pushing self and other for results.
Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully and is consistently a top performer.
Effective project management skills
Excellent communication skills to all levels of the organization.
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Is clear, concise and persuasive.
Experience creating and presenting business proposals, handling objections and overcoming obstacles Salary: $115,000 - 145,000, 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.
Rust-Oleum offers nine paid holidays and two floating holidays per year.
You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Vernon Hills, Illinois
Posted: 2025-06-21 15:11:46
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Associate Product Manager - Small Project Paints
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Product
Reports To: Director of Product Management
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:
Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and make an impact? At Rust-Oleum, we don't just make paint-we create solutions that transform spaces, spark creativity, and empower DIYers and pros alike.
As an Associate Product Manager in our Small Project Paints segment, you'll be at the heart of innovation, helping to shape the future of one of our most dynamic and fast-moving product categories. In this role, you'll be both a strategic partner and a hands-on doer.
You'll support the product management team with critical day-to-day operations, while also owning and driving your own projects from concept to shelf.
Whether it's launching a new color line, analyzing market trends, or collaborating with cross-functional teams on packaging updates, your work will directly influence how our products show up in the world.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with marketing, R&D, sales, and supply chain to bring new ideas to life. Support the product management team as well as lead your own projects; including product enhancements, competitive research, and go-to-market initiatives. Assist in managing the product lifecycle-from ideation and development to launch and post-launch analysis. Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats. Strategize, design, develop, launch, and support product campaigns. Work with our Creative department to create visually appealing interfaces. Participate in 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 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. 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. Travel is approximately 5% annually for customer presentations, trade shows, etc.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
This is an entry level role. 4+ years of relevant Brand or Product experience.
(consumer packaged goods preferred) 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. Team player who will work well on cross-functional teams including Operations, Finance, Sales, Research & Development, Customer Service, etc. Exceptional communication, organization, prioritization, presentation and interpersonal skills. Passionate problem solver and creative thinker, with ability to learn quickly and work in a fast-paced environment. Analytic and strategic thinking skills, with ability to digest complex information. Self-starter looking to grow their career and further the business. Salary: $75,000 - $95,000, 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.
Rust-Oleum offers 9 paid holidays and two floating holidays per year.
You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis. Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Vernon Hills, Illinois
Posted: 2025-06-21 15:11:46
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Construction SolicitorLondon£100,000-£160,000 + Bonus + Private Medical + Flexible Working + High-End Clientele + Non-Contentious + ProgressionWe are inviting applications from a talented and intellectually curious Construction Solicitor with 4-6 years' PQE, who is ready to elevate their career in a West London boutique, forward-thinking legal environment.
This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of high-value advisory work and strategic business development.
Hit the ground running as the next Construction Solicitor and work alongside the firm's CEO and a senior associate on a carefully selected portfolio of clients.
This Construction Solicitor role centres on non-contentious work, with an emphasis on high levels of client contact from day one (HNW, UHNW), family offices and luxury brands.
A smaller proportion of the Construction Solicitor role will involve contentious matters, allowing for a dynamic practice and rounded legal exposure.The Construction Solicitor role will include:- Advising clients on non contentious matters - Drafting and negotiating bespoke agreements- Business development initiatives
The successful Construction Solicitor will have:
- 4-6 years' Qualified Construction Solicitor (England & Wales) - Demonstrable expertise in non-contentious Construction Law- A sound understanding of standard forms (e.g.
JCT, NEC)
To discuss this opportunity with complete discretion, please contact James Holt via:
James@future-law.co.uk Calling: 07458160082
Key words: Construction Solicitor, Non-contentious Construction Solicitor, Construction Law, Solicitor, Construction Lawyer, NEC, JCT, London, Greater London, West London ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £100000 - £160000.00 per annum + Bonus + Healthcare + Progression
Posted: 2025-06-20 10:21:13
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Are you an experienced Business Analyst with a proven ability in delivering concurrent business solutions within IT/change programmes and projects? Are you experienced enough to operate in a lead capacity and guide more junior Business Analysts? Have Let Informed Recruitment help you to achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity for a Lead Business Analyst to lead on formulating, developing, and taking responsibility for end-to-end business solutions within a change portfolio.
As a specialist provider of resource to the Property & Associated Technology markets, we are delighted to be partnering with a social enterprise offering you the opportunity to make a difference and gain experience as part of modern environment championing continual improvement.
The purpose of the role will be to take a lead on all business analysis facets of large or complex business change and technology programmes and shape the associated business outcomes.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include driving the business goals ensuring that they are understood and documented; engaging with key stakeholders to complete robust analysis in line with the overall delivery plan; using Lean and Lean Six to drive efficiencies and improvements, the production of artefacts such as Process architectures, Process Designs, Logical Data Models, Agile user Journeys amongst others; working to continuously improve business analysis practice; mentoring and supporting direct reports; requirement gathering ensuring robust elicitation & validation; translating business requirement into function & technical specifications by engaging with internal & external stakeholders; improving existing business processes, artefact production, solution support and user acceptance testing; and change impact assessments amongst other responsibilities. Must Have
Demonstrable commercial experience of effectively working independently as a Business Analysis.
A track record of delivering tangible process improvements utilising Lean, Six Sigma or other process improvement techniques.
Experience of Business Process Modelling, levelling methods and/or BPMN 2.0 experience.
Previous experience of delivering in both an Agile/Scrum and iterative/Waterfall environment.
Robust artefact creation and documentation.
Formal BCS Diploma Business Analysis certification, or evidence of working towards BCS/ISEB Diploma (or similar level of accreditation) in the foreseeable future.
Nice to Have
Experience of Cloud Adoption projects and/or ERP SaaS solutions such as Oracle Fusion, Salesforce, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar
Experience in property management processes such as Income Management, Rents, Service Charges, Leasehold, Estates, Tenancies, Allocations, Lettings, Repairs, Maintenance, Assets, Customers, or similar.
Lean or Lean Six Sigma accreditation.
As an individual you will have a strong and proven analytical background with working on large and complex projects and programmes from the concept stage through to the operational acceptance, excellent problem-solving skills, and attention to detail, be a self-starter comfortable with taking responsibility for delivery.
You will have excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to think on your feet and be ultimately goal orientated.
Alongside a competitive salary you will receive an impressive benefits package that includes bonus scheme, generous employer matched pension, flexible working, generous leave entitlement, life/health insurance and professional development.
The role will be hybrid based, with one or two days spent in the office in Hampshire on a weekly basis If this role describes you, then please apply without delay for the opportunity to continue your career with a driven yet friendly organisation continually looking to provide a better service to customers.
Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law.
All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need.
As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'.
You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way.
For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Hedge End, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £55000 - £60000 per annum
Posted: 2025-06-20 07:15:51
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Strategic Project Manager - Professional Solutions
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Product Management
Reports To: Director, Operations & Project Management
Direct Reports/Manages others: No
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, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.
Summary:
The Strategic Project Manager is responsible for the broad set of activities required to drive and complete strategic product development and launch initiatives for their assigned product line(s).
This role centers around our professional grade products and they markets they serve; including Professional Coatings, Professional Flooring and Roofing.
This position manages small and medium strategic initiatives which are part of the product platform's 5-year strategic plan coordinating across functions and ensuring timely and successful completion of projects.
The Strategic Project Manager is an integral part of the larger Product Management team and reports to the Director, Operations & Project Management.
Responsibilities:
Build partnerships and collaboration with cross-functional teams including Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, R&D, and Marketing to ensure timely execution of projects.
Own the Stage Gate new product development process focused on bringing innovative products to the market in a timely manner.
Analyze project status and, when necessary, revise the scope, schedule, or budget to ensure that project requirements can be met alongside Product and Marketing teams.
Communicate project timelines, issues, and results in an effective manner.
Track project costs in order to meet budget and evaluate the changes in ROI due to changes in project scope or timeline.
Adjust priorities on an ad hoc basis as external clients require changes.
Lead strategic projects to support the growth and profitability of Rust-Oleum with the goal to deliver 10%+ CAGR or 3X market pace for assigned product.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Economics, or related field.
8+ years of relevant work experience; Project Management Professional (PMP) certification not required but a plus.
Strong interpersonal skills, organizational impact, and ability to manage projects and mentor people while promoting Rust-Oleum's culture.
Strong decision making and prioritization skills, especially when multiple trade-offs are involved, and faster decisions are required.
High-level critical thinking, attention to detail, time-management, organizational, communication and reasoning skills.
Motivated self-starter who maintains a friendly, courteous, and compassionate demeanor at all times while showing understanding for pain points of stakeholders.
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.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
Rust-Oleum offers 9.5 paid holidays and two floating holiday per year.
You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Vernon Hills, Illinois
Posted: 2025-06-19 23:50:54
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Strategic Project Manager - Professional Solutions
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Product Management
Reports To: Director, Operations & Project Management
Direct Reports/Manages others: No
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, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.
Summary:
The Strategic Project Manager is responsible for the broad set of activities required to drive and complete strategic product development and launch initiatives for their assigned product line(s).
This role centers around our professional grade products and they markets they serve; including Professional Coatings, Professional Flooring and Roofing.
This position manages small and medium strategic initiatives which are part of the product platform's 5-year strategic plan coordinating across functions and ensuring timely and successful completion of projects.
The Strategic Project Manager is an integral part of the larger Product Management team and reports to the Director, Operations & Project Management.
Responsibilities:
Build partnerships and collaboration with cross-functional teams including Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, R&D, and Marketing to ensure timely execution of projects.
Own the Stage Gate new product development process focused on bringing innovative products to the market in a timely manner.
Analyze project status and, when necessary, revise the scope, schedule, or budget to ensure that project requirements can be met alongside Product and Marketing teams.
Communicate project timelines, issues, and results in an effective manner.
Track project costs in order to meet budget and evaluate the changes in ROI due to changes in project scope or timeline.
Adjust priorities on an ad hoc basis as external clients require changes.
Lead strategic projects to support the growth and profitability of Rust-Oleum with the goal to deliver 10%+ CAGR or 3X market pace for assigned product.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Economics, or related field.
8+ years of relevant work experience; Project Management Professional (PMP) certification not required but a plus.
Strong interpersonal skills, organizational impact, and ability to manage projects and mentor people while promoting Rust-Oleum's culture.
Strong decision making and prioritization skills, especially when multiple trade-offs are involved, and faster decisions are required.
High-level critical thinking, attention to detail, time-management, organizational, communication and reasoning skills.
Motivated self-starter who maintains a friendly, courteous, and compassionate demeanor at all times while showing understanding for pain points of stakeholders.
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.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
Rust-Oleum offers 9.5 paid holidays and two floating holiday per year.
You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Vernon Hills, Illinois
Posted: 2025-06-19 23:50:51
