Product Manager

Our client is a rapidly growing organization that has earned recognition for delivering high quality janitorial products supported by exceptional customer service and a highly collaborative culture. The company has continued to see strong double digit growth and is increasingly recognized in the industry for its reliability, communication, and market responsive approach. With a portfolio of more than one thousand SKUs across categories including cleaning tools, mops, brooms, buckets, dispensers, microfiber products, wipes, and air care, the business is positioned for continued expansion. As the company advances its strategic goals, it is seeking a Product Manager who will help shape the next phase of product evolution and support their mission of continued market share growth.

Position Overview

This role offers an opportunity to own a broad and impactful product portfolio within a company experiencing sustained growth and increasing industry visibility. The Product Manager will shape product strategy, influence commercial outcomes, and partner closely with a wide range of internal teams. The role provides a strong platform for career development through deep involvement in portfolio management, customer engagement, market analysis, and cross functional initiatives. With direct exposure to sales, procurement, supply chain, marketing, and customers in the field, this position offers high visibility and the chance to make a meaningful contribution to the company’s continued momentum.

**Strong preference for talent in commuting distance of Freehold, NJ**

Position Responsibilities

Portfolio Management and Positioning

• Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive offerings to identify opportunities and gaps within the product portfolio

• Develop recommendations to support portfolio expansion and growth including new product opportunities

• Define product positioning, value propositions, features, benefits, and fundamental messaging, providing clear inputs for sales tools, collateral, and digital content

Competitive and Market Intelligence

• Serve as the internal owner of competitive intelligence with a clear understanding of competitor products, positioning, features, and pricing

• Monitor market trends and customer needs to inform strategy, portfolio decisions, and differentiation opportunities

• Support commercial teams with structured product cross referencing and competitive comparisons

Product Attribute Requirements

• Define product attribute requirements for new and existing products including physical, functional, and performance specifications such as dimensions, materials, colors, and use case needs

• Collaborate with procurement to ensure manufacturing partners understand and meet product requirements

Product Strategy and Lifecycle

• Define and maintain the product strategy and roadmap aligned with company growth goals

• Manage the full product lifecycle from ideation and launch through optimization and phase out

• Identify opportunities for product improvements, line extensions, and rationalization

• Lead the cross functional commercialization process for new products, collaborating with sales, customers, and supply chain

Cross Functional Collaboration and Support

• Partner with shipping, marketing, customer service, accounts receivable, and supply chain to ensure customer needs are addressed

• Work closely with sales to support new business opportunities and engage directly with customers in the field

Position Qualifications

• Proven record of strong analytical ability with experience translating market and customer insights into actionable product requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required with preference for business, marketing, engineering, or a related field

• Prior experience in product management, product development, or product marketing within a manufactured or B2B product environment preferred

• Experience in industrial, commercial, or distribution driven environments preferred

• Demonstrated ability to use market, customer, and competitive data to inform product and portfolio decisions

• Experience working with product specifications, structured product data, or product documentation preferred

• Success working cross functionally with sales, marketing, procurement, and operations

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint

• Strong problem solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to listen, engage constructively, and navigate differing viewpoints

• Desire to work in a fast paced, highly engaged environment where everyone contributes and takes ownership

If you are energized by the opportunity to shape a growing product portfolio, influence strategic direction, and work hands on with internal teams and customers, we invite you to apply. A member of Talentfoot’s recruitment team will contact you should your background align with our client’s needs.

Talentfoot Overview

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