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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Product Manager - Mold & Mildew Platform
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Rust-Oleum US Product Management
Reports To: Director, Product Management - Cleaners
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.
Now, as we look to the future, our Cleaners platform is a top priority.
We are adding to our team to support our growth ambitions for our core household cleaning brands: Mean Green, Krud Kutter, Concrobium and Moldex.
This role provides the opportunity to drive assigned brands in the consumer cleaning segment with an emphasis on Mold & Mildew category.
Job Purpose
Are you a passionate brand builder? A consumer-centric marketer with an entrepreneurial spirit who is energized by creativity? This is the role for you.
You will manage a strategic digital-first brand and use consumer insights, category/competitive data, and business analytics to craft and implement breakthrough marketing initiatives that create a competitive brand advantage and supports the company's strategic and financial objectives.
This position will develop brand strategy, new product innovation roadmaps, approve marketing communications, creative, and content.
This position is part of the Cleaners platform and reports to Director, Product Management.
Responsibilities
Subject Matter Expertise
Deep understanding of the consumer, category, product and emerging trends within Mold & Mildew category Experience with EPA registered products Familiarity with eCommerce and online merchandising a plus
Brand Branding & Go-To-Market Strategy
Drive commercialization and brand activation efforts working with cross-functional departments, including Communications and Trade.
Partner with Insights team on market research and Category Management, available category reports to monitor competitive activity Partner with Strategic Communications & Demand Generation to develop brand-building, digital-first marketing campaigns Work closely with Sales team to align customer strategies Work closely with platform Digital Hub on Social Strategy to build assigned brand
Product Portfolio Management & New Product Development
Own current brand performance and actionable 1-3 year business plan Manage product line performance analysis, trends, insights and feedback to identify opportunities to promote and grow a winning brand portfolio Build business cases including market opportunity, investments, profitability and growth projections Manage new product launches through stage gate process Collaborate with the Pricing team to create and maintain the pricing strategy for the product, aiming at maximizing profitability while staying market competitive Lead insight-driven innovation to improve product range, collaborating with R&D, Operations, Sales, etc to ensure alignment with the brand strategy
Qualifications
Education: 4-year BS degree in business or engineering, with an MBA degree an advantage
Experience: 5+ years of experience in brand management with product management experience in innovation/new product development; 3+ years of which spent in Cleaners category
A successful track record of driving profitable growth
Analytic and strategic thinking, with ability to digest complex information and make data-driven decisions
Strong financial acumen to analyze multiple aspects of product line performance, can successfully budget and forecast, and understand cost implications of decisions
Ability to influence both formally and informally across functions
Creative thinking and solution-oriented mindset
Strong prioritization skills, and good judgment managing time against competing demands
Empathy and good listening skills to understand audience and consumer needs
Effective verbal communication and presentation skills: clear and concise writing, executive presence and can convey important or critical messages with the desired effect
Proactive collaboration with others: able to build commitment, foster open dialogue, and supports diversity and input from all team members
Integrity, commitment, moral courage, and values-driven behavior
Ability to adapt to change and anticipate future needs
Can-do attitude and the desire to go above and beyond 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.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
Rust-Oleum offers 9.5 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.
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Type: Permanent Location: Vernon Hills, Illinois
Posted: 2025-04-19 15:13:28
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Sr.
Sitecore Architect
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: IT L400
Reports To: Director of Commercial Products and Platforms
Direct Reports/Manages others: Yes, off-shore GSC
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:
Sitecore architect works with the Consumer Product Manager, Customer Product Lead, R&D Product Lead and various stakeholders to develop modern solutions in an agile environment. If you are a visionary with a proven track record of successful projects and have the ability to drive technological advancements, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
Define the technical architecture for Sitecore projects, including infrastructure, database, and application components.
Identify and implement strategies to optimize Sitecore performance, scalability, and security Manage a small team of direct reports, providing clear goal setting, coaching, and collaboration all while maintaining Rust-Oleum's culture. Collaborate with senior management to define and execute the marketing department's long-term strategy. Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). 10+ years of relevant experience, with at least 5+ years working on Sitecore at an architect level. Strong skills in .NET, GraphQL, CSS, React, NextJS, TypeScript, C#, HTML, JavaScript, and SQL are essential, along with a deep understanding of Sitecore's headless architecture, APIs and best practices Solid understanding of Sitecore's workflows, content authoring process, and approval mechanisms Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders with strong project management and leadership skills. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
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 paid holidays and one 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: 2025-04-19 15:13:15
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Director, Product Management - Industrial Brands Location: Vernon Hills, IL Department: Rust-Oleum Product Management Reports To: Senior Director, Product Management - Professional Platform Date: March, 2025 JOB PURPOSE: The Director Product Management is responsible for the platform strategy and end-to-end profitability and has P&L ownership of the Industrial Brands platform.
This position identifies profitable growth opportunities, complexity and cost reduction levers and sets the platform's long-term strategy and roadmap to create sustainable competitive advantage and profitable growth at 10%+ CAGR or 3X market growth (whichever is greater).
In order to do this, this individual will work cross functionally across multiple organizations such as Sales, Marketing, R&D, Manufacturing & Supply Chain in order to gain a deep understanding of user & market insights, STEEP factors, operational capability, innovation & technology pipelines, channel dynamics, and competitive dynamics.
The Director of Product Management is supported by a team of Product Managers dedicated to the platform as well as by a team of Strategic Project Managers and Product Operations Managers that are dedicated or shared across platforms.
She/he reports into the Senior Director of Product Management for the Professional Solutions Platform. RESPONSIBILITIES Platform P&L ownership P&L ownership of the platform, balancing cost and growth opportunities to achieve profitability and growth targets Identification of profitable growth opportunities, complexity and cost reduction levers from an end-to-end perspective involving all relevant functions across the company to drive impact and success for the platform (incl.
Operations, Supply Chain, Sales and Marketing) Utilization of a data-driven approach towards decision making, leveraging datasets spanning consumer insights, market data, service levels, sales data, and more Platform and portfolio strategy, innovation, and new product introductions Develop a competitive platform strategy following strategic frameworks and processes as part of the company's Strategic Portfolio Review and Planning process Develop deep understanding of the target audiences to ensure that new products and services solve real consumer problems Design, execute, and track success of the strategic initiatives of the platform, including platform's go-to-market strategy, brand and value proposition, demand generation strategy, operational and supply chain strategy, and pricing and promotional strategy Innovation pipeline management to meet user needs, optimize portfolio mix, better serve our customers, and grow the platform Responsibility over managing new product launches, including working closely with R&D to ensure end user needs are met, executing a launch marketing and sales strategy, and quantifying success of initiatives Share best practices, identifying opportunities to drive synergy and scale across the business together with the wider Product Management team People Management Manage direct reports on day-to-day activities including planning & allocating tasks as required in collaboration with senior leaders Coach and mentor staff, ensure employee development & retention, maintain a positive employee relations environment QUALIFICATIONS 8+ years of relevant Product Management or Brand Management experience.
Industrial paint and coatings experience required. Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Marketing, or Engineering, with an MBA being an advantage Profitability and growth orientation; does not hesitate in challenging sales force when required; willingness and mindset to get into details Strong financial skills to utilize the decision support systems to interface with the sales and marketing organizations to drive specific action plans and programs Entrepreneurial mindset to quickly capitalize on market opportunities with an innate desire to build businesses and keep happy users & customers Analytic and strategic thinking skills, with ability to digest complex information and make data-driven decisions Passionate problem solver and creative thinker, with ability to pitch new ideas and be open to feedback Dynamic and agile: Ability to think in a creative and strategic way, but are adept at delivering operationally to ensure tasks are followed through to completion.
Ability to work efficiently and flexibly to deliver results Experience managing large teams in product development organizations with strong technical leadership capabilities to develop a high performing team Insights-driven with the ability to take a spark of an idea and translate it to an unmet user need and/or market opportunity Leader with the ability to exert formal and informal influence across functions Strong decision making and prioritization skills, especially when multiple trade-offs are involved, and faster decision are required Salary Range: $125,000 - $150,000 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: 2025-04-19 15:13:09
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Carboline Global, Inc is seeking a Director of Sales to oversee our Northeast Territory.
This person must be located within the Northeast US.
They will be responsible for managing the sales region activities to develop maximum sales volume and margins for Carboline products.
Achieve regional sales objectives and see that customers receive adequate attention and service.
Directly manage a team of sales representatives assigned to the region to achieve sales and profit goals.
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Business or Technical Discipline with 2 years Sales experience or 5 years minimum Sales experience; Expected to have prior years of Supervisory or Management experience.
Must have a valid Driver's License.
Physical Requirements:
May require computer usage for an extended period of time - up to 8 hours in a day.
Occasional exposure to various chemicals.
May require travel by car up to 50%, including nighttime.
Essential Functions:
Responsible for overseeing all Sales Representatives within their territory. Manage all segments of the profit/loss statement to assure annual goals are achieved. Develop and direct sales programs, within company policies. Assist in the management/collection of A/R, and all consigned inventory. Manage district using Carboline SFA communication tool/spec/quotes/target accounts/budgets. Assign accounts to, direct, train, and motivate sales representatives to call on customers and prospective customers to achieve sales plans. Develop annual operating budgets/plans to grow the district sales/profits. Maintain personal contact, sell and service major accounts within assigned area. Negotiate approved contracts; review and analyze customer needs and recommend new products or improvements to present products to meet customer requirements. Investigate and analyze market trends and competitors' positions in the market. Arrange for demonstration of products and assist customers and prospective customers to test products; determine customer reaction and suggest modifications to meet their requirements. Coordinate activities with other Marketing and Sales functions and Division functions in connection with product improvement, sales programs, and customer service; establish and maintain close relationships with customers to promote good relations. Communicate with and use all corporate resources (financial, marketing, technical, R & D, Administrative) to achieve regional goals. Make several trips to each assigned territory each year to train sales personnel and make calls with assigned representatives on key accounts and projects. Provide sales information necessary to manage local warehouses & distribution centers. Work closely with other internal regional sales organizations to resolve all internal issues (commissions, account issues, complaints, etc.). Perform additional duties as assigned Commit to the Company's safety and quality programs.
Who We Are:
Carboline is a St.
Louis-based coatings manufacturer with a global reach.
The company, founded in 1947, produces high-quality performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing products in more than 20 manufacturing facilities around the world.
Carboline has been ranked a top workplace for seven years in a row, so culture and maintaining a safe and clean work environment is something we take very seriously. Carboline is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.6 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services.
From homes and workplaces to infrastructure and precious landmarks, RPM's market-leading brands are trusted by consumers and professionals alike to help build a better world. If you want to be part of a growing global organization with opportunity for growth, we would like to meet you.
What We Offer:
We offer a team atmosphere that fosters cooperation and creativity; a management team committed to employee development and an environment where people are empowered to make decisions.
Our career opportunities offer unlimited earnings potential and our comprehensive benefits package is among the best in the industry which includes affordable benefits, a company match 401K plan and a retirement pension plan. Carboline is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace.
Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.
"In order to be the best, we must hire the best"Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: New York, New York
Posted: 2025-04-19 15:13:05
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Product Manager - Mold & Mildew Platform
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Rust-Oleum US Product Management
Reports To: Director, Product Management - Cleaners
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.
Now, as we look to the future, our Cleaners platform is a top priority.
We are adding to our team to support our growth ambitions for our core household cleaning brands: Mean Green, Krud Kutter, Concrobium and Moldex.
This role provides the opportunity to drive assigned brands in the consumer cleaning segment with an emphasis on Mold & Mildew category.
Job Purpose
Are you a passionate brand builder? A consumer-centric marketer with an entrepreneurial spirit who is energized by creativity? This is the role for you.
You will manage a strategic digital-first brand and use consumer insights, category/competitive data, and business analytics to craft and implement breakthrough marketing initiatives that create a competitive brand advantage and supports the company's strategic and financial objectives.
This position will develop brand strategy, new product innovation roadmaps, approve marketing communications, creative, and content.
This position is part of the Cleaners platform and reports to Director, Product Management.
Responsibilities
Subject Matter Expertise
Deep understanding of the consumer, category, product and emerging trends within Mold & Mildew category Experience with EPA registered products Familiarity with eCommerce and online merchandising a plus
Brand Branding & Go-To-Market Strategy
Drive commercialization and brand activation efforts working with cross-functional departments, including Communications and Trade.
Partner with Insights team on market research and Category Management, available category reports to monitor competitive activity Partner with Strategic Communications & Demand Generation to develop brand-building, digital-first marketing campaigns Work closely with Sales team to align customer strategies Work closely with platform Digital Hub on Social Strategy to build assigned brand
Product Portfolio Management & New Product Development
Own current brand performance and actionable 1-3 year business plan Manage product line performance analysis, trends, insights and feedback to identify opportunities to promote and grow a winning brand portfolio Build business cases including market opportunity, investments, profitability and growth projections Manage new product launches through stage gate process Collaborate with the Pricing team to create and maintain the pricing strategy for the product, aiming at maximizing profitability while staying market competitive Lead insight-driven innovation to improve product range, collaborating with R&D, Operations, Sales, etc to ensure alignment with the brand strategy
Qualifications
Education: 4-year BS degree in business or engineering, with an MBA degree an advantage
Experience: 5+ years of experience in brand management with product management experience in innovation/new product development; 3+ years of which spent in Cleaners category
A successful track record of driving profitable growth
Analytic and strategic thinking, with ability to digest complex information and make data-driven decisions
Strong financial acumen to analyze multiple aspects of product line performance, can successfully budget and forecast, and understand cost implications of decisions
Ability to influence both formally and informally across functions
Creative thinking and solution-oriented mindset
Strong prioritization skills, and good judgment managing time against competing demands
Empathy and good listening skills to understand audience and consumer needs
Effective verbal communication and presentation skills: clear and concise writing, executive presence and can convey important or critical messages with the desired effect
Proactive collaboration with others: able to build commitment, foster open dialogue, and supports diversity and input from all team members
Integrity, commitment, moral courage, and values-driven behavior
Ability to adapt to change and anticipate future needs
Can-do attitude and the desire to go above and beyond 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.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
Rust-Oleum offers 9.5 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: 2025-04-19 15:12:32
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.'s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Tremco Barrier Solutions Inc.; Dryvit, Nudura and Willseal brands; Prebuck LLC; Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.; Weatherproofing Technologies Canada and PureAir Control Services, Inc.
Altogether, Tremco CPG companies operate 21 manufacturing facilities, 6 distribution sites, and 3 R&D/technology sites, and employ more than 2,700 people across North America.
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: This position has responsibility of assisting members of the product and technical groups in executing their respective missions.
The candidate must be a team player and interface / coordinate with several other departments within Tremco.
Expectations are to participate in critical activities aimed at improving existing technical documentation, creating new technical documentation, solving application challenges in the field and assisting with providing technical training to the sales force.
Taking initiative, demonstrating enthusiasm, learning new skills and working towards greater autonomy are also expected.
The position reports to the Technical Resource Manager and will work closely with the Director, Technical Solutions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides technical expertise and training to other departments and the sales force. Collaborates with a wide variety of functional areas such as sales, engineering, marketing, manufacturing, and operations to develop and provide technical support responsive to customer and sales force needs.
Develops and maintains a prioritized list of assignments from the Technical Resource Manager, the Director, Technical Solutions, and Product Managers.
Assists with coordinating, development and updating of technical documents. Monitors and advises on competitive product information. Develops product line presentations and participates in training meetings for customers and company sales force. Actively participates with Industry organizations where appropriate. Assists the product and technical group with technical support, including assisting with the product group helpdesk.
Visits construction sites to observe, collect, and report application procedures and deficiencies.
Manages the system engineered to assist the sales force with national inquiries.
Assists with the field trails of new products and processes.
Responsibilities will include any and all responsibilities deemed necessary by the Technical Resource Manager and/or Director, Technical Solutions. Generate and/or edit drawing details using AutoCAD or similar software.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: 1+ year of related experience required.
OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Proficiency using AutoCAD or similar software program. Willing and able to access commercial building roofs using a ladder.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, sales and marketing staff, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Willingness to actively participate in a continuing education program.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, taste, smell, and lift up to 50 lbs.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:
The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $48,426 and $60,532 .
This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law. The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
ABOUT US
Tremco Construction Products Group is the industry's only provider of comprehensive systems and services for all six sides of the building enclosure.
Whether new construction or restoration, commercial, residential, in-field or in-plant - structures with CPG systems are easier to build and maintain, virtually impervious to the elements, and can provide any look desired.
For restoration and renovation of existing structures, Tremco CPG's six-sided solutions deliver demonstrable performance at the lowest possible life-cycle costs, and ensure peace of mind through long-term warranties and maintenance programs. Tremco CPG represents the combined power of Dryvit Systems, Nudura Inc., Willseal and Tremco Incorporated's Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing, Roofing & Building Maintenance, along with affiliates Weatherproofing Technologies (WTI) and Weatherproofing Technologies Canada.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Beachwood, Ohio
Posted: 2025-04-19 15:12:24
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Sourcing Analyst Location: Vernon Hills, IL Department: Sourcing Reports To: Sourcing Director Job Summary: The Sourcing Analyst is responsible for developing and executing sourcing initiatives in collaboration with Sourcing Managers.
This role involves data management, data analysis, spend reporting, vendor and commodity forecasts, quote analysis, and overall support for the sourcing team in day-to-day tasks for assigned categories. Key Responsibilities: Sourcing Initiatives: Develop and execute sourcing initiatives, including data management, data analysis, spend reporting, vendor and commodity forecasts, and quote analysis. Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, Purchasing, Marketing, Brand Sourcing, Production, Plants, and Master Data teams to align projects and strategies with organizational objectives. Strategy Development: Assist in strategy development and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, considering market dynamics, cost drivers, risk management, and internal requirements. Data Management: Collect, analyze, and update purchasing data, vendor master data, and material master data in SAP. Market Analysis: Conduct comprehensive market analysis, forecasting, competitive benchmarking, and industry analysis to identify emerging opportunities or risks and report to sourcing managers Reporting: Prepare reports, documentation, and presentations for management. Cost Reduction: Identify cost reduction opportunities, analyze cost structures, and contribute to cost savings and avoidance targets. Supplier Pricing: Manage supplier pricing database and handle pricing updates.
Work with accounting teams to resolve invoice and inventory discrepancies. Supplier Management: In conjunction with the sourcing managers, build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, delivery, and pricing standards are met.
Research category trends, understand and evaluate supplier capacity to support business needs, and recommend new product capabilities. Negotiation: Assist with supplier negotiations related to costs of parts, tooling, and project timelines. Tactical Purchasing: Handle tactical purchasing activities such as expediting material and managing open PO issues. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Proven experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data management and analysis. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Proficiency in SAP and other relevant software. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Preferred Skills: Experience in market analysis and competitive benchmarking. Knowledge of cost drivers and risk management in sourcing. Strong organizational and time management skills Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000, 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.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
Rust-Oleum offers 9 paid holidays and one 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: 2025-04-19 15:11:47
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Director, Product Management - Industrial Brands Location: Vernon Hills, IL Department: Rust-Oleum Product Management Reports To: Senior Director, Product Management - Professional Platform Date: March, 2025 JOB PURPOSE: The Director Product Management is responsible for the platform strategy and end-to-end profitability and has P&L ownership of the Industrial Brands platform.
This position identifies profitable growth opportunities, complexity and cost reduction levers and sets the platform's long-term strategy and roadmap to create sustainable competitive advantage and profitable growth at 10%+ CAGR or 3X market growth (whichever is greater).
In order to do this, this individual will work cross functionally across multiple organizations such as Sales, Marketing, R&D, Manufacturing & Supply Chain in order to gain a deep understanding of user & market insights, STEEP factors, operational capability, innovation & technology pipelines, channel dynamics, and competitive dynamics.
The Director of Product Management is supported by a team of Product Managers dedicated to the platform as well as by a team of Strategic Project Managers and Product Operations Managers that are dedicated or shared across platforms.
She/he reports into the Senior Director of Product Management for the Professional Solutions Platform. RESPONSIBILITIES Platform P&L ownership P&L ownership of the platform, balancing cost and growth opportunities to achieve profitability and growth targets Identification of profitable growth opportunities, complexity and cost reduction levers from an end-to-end perspective involving all relevant functions across the company to drive impact and success for the platform (incl.
Operations, Supply Chain, Sales and Marketing) Utilization of a data-driven approach towards decision making, leveraging datasets spanning consumer insights, market data, service levels, sales data, and more Platform and portfolio strategy, innovation, and new product introductions Develop a competitive platform strategy following strategic frameworks and processes as part of the company's Strategic Portfolio Review and Planning process Develop deep understanding of the target audiences to ensure that new products and services solve real consumer problems Design, execute, and track success of the strategic initiatives of the platform, including platform's go-to-market strategy, brand and value proposition, demand generation strategy, operational and supply chain strategy, and pricing and promotional strategy Innovation pipeline management to meet user needs, optimize portfolio mix, better serve our customers, and grow the platform Responsibility over managing new product launches, including working closely with R&D to ensure end user needs are met, executing a launch marketing and sales strategy, and quantifying success of initiatives Share best practices, identifying opportunities to drive synergy and scale across the business together with the wider Product Management team People Management Manage direct reports on day-to-day activities including planning & allocating tasks as required in collaboration with senior leaders Coach and mentor staff, ensure employee development & retention, maintain a positive employee relations environment QUALIFICATIONS 8+ years of relevant Product Management or Brand Management experience.
Industrial paint and coatings experience required. Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Marketing, or Engineering, with an MBA being an advantage Profitability and growth orientation; does not hesitate in challenging sales force when required; willingness and mindset to get into details Strong financial skills to utilize the decision support systems to interface with the sales and marketing organizations to drive specific action plans and programs Entrepreneurial mindset to quickly capitalize on market opportunities with an innate desire to build businesses and keep happy users & customers Analytic and strategic thinking skills, with ability to digest complex information and make data-driven decisions Passionate problem solver and creative thinker, with ability to pitch new ideas and be open to feedback Dynamic and agile: Ability to think in a creative and strategic way, but are adept at delivering operationally to ensure tasks are followed through to completion.
Ability to work efficiently and flexibly to deliver results Experience managing large teams in product development organizations with strong technical leadership capabilities to develop a high performing team Insights-driven with the ability to take a spark of an idea and translate it to an unmet user need and/or market opportunity Leader with the ability to exert formal and informal influence across functions Strong decision making and prioritization skills, especially when multiple trade-offs are involved, and faster decision are required Salary Range: $125,000 - $150,000 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: 2025-04-19 15:11:40
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Sales & Marketing Director – Jamaica, Caribbean – Up to $120kWe are working with one of the Caribbeans top Hospitality groups who operate a diverse portfolio of concepts across the Caribbean islands.
This group is now looking for a new Director to join their team in Jamaica and lead their Sales and Marketing program. Perks & Benefits
Competitive salary range of $100,000–$120,000 USDFull expat package including housing, relocation & food allowance, 3 weeks vacation, flights, and work permitIncredible opportunity to live and work in the Caribbean while joining a #1 company
The Role
Drive sales through key channels and local businessesDevelop and implement strategic pricing and rate plansOversee group performance, traffic, and profitability across all conceptsCollaborate with marketing on effective campaigns, brand positioning, and guest outreachLead and motivate the sales team on daily strategies and meeting targetsManage sales and marketing budgets, evaluate performance metrics, and coordinate community initiatives
What they are looking for:
Proven background in sales and marketing in a similar role in the hospitality spaceGood knowledge of the Caribbean market and how to work with travel partners in the regionOpen to learning and sharing the company’s story, values, and cultural rootsComfortable digging into numbers and using data to help guide smart decisionsPositive, proactive approach—someone who takes initiative and gets things doneThrives in a fast-paced environment with multiple properties and moving parts
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Danny at COREcruitment dot comDue to the volume of application, we may not be able to provide feedback to all applicants.
If you haven’t heard from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Nevertheless, feel free to reach out! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Canada
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £70.3k - 84.4k per year + Expat Package
Posted: 2025-04-17 22:37:12
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Finance / Accounts AssistantSalary - £25,000 to £27,000, dependent on experience, plus commissionLocation - Hybrid with 2 days per week in our Altrincham office
Dark Horse is a renowned digital marketing agency based in the UK, specialising in PPC, SEO and Paid Social.
With a diverse clientele and a commitment to delivering exceptional results, we are looking to bring more finance functions in-house to improve the efficiency of our overall operations.
Are you an accounts professional looking for your next challenge within a well-established, fast-paced, growing company?
The role
As an Accounts Assistant, you will be a vital part of the team, reporting directly to the Group Operations Director, and liaising with multiple team members where needed.
, Managing and recording customer and supplier invoices, overseeing the whole process of raising, sending and receiving customer and supplier invoices., Preparing a weekly payment run list to ensure suppliers are paid on time., Logging transactions in a timely and accurate manner in the accounting system, Sage Accounting., Undertaking bank reconciliations, ensuring all records are as up to date and accurate., Monitoring overdue payments and undertaking credit control activities in a proactive manner., Fielding and answering internal and external queries relating to invoices, payments and everything in between., Supporting the Group Operations Director with general administrative and reporting and month-end tasks.
What's on offer
We think we've built a great place to work, where every individual feels rewarded for the effort they put in.
Enjoy this along with:
, Hybrid working, Flexitime, Birthday off, obvs, Leafy Altrincham location, Mental Wellbeing BUPA programme, Dark Horse will carbon offset your role with The Dark Forest (green is good), Working in an amazing team - Learning from some fantastic people, Other stuff too - This is mostly the small stuff we use to make us look good on LinkedIn.
Can't remember most of it.
It's largely irrelevant.
Don't fall for the “Beer Tap in office” and other race to the bottom stuff.
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The requirements
, A proactive individual who is confident handling multiple tasks, Previous experience in a similar finance or accounts role (essential), Good experience and working knowledge of Sage Accounting (essential), A high level of attention to detail, The ability to respond professionally to internal and external queries, Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
If you're driven and ready to grow, we'd love to hear from you! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Altrincham, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £25000.00 - £27000.00 per annum + DOE + Commission
Posted: 2025-04-17 08:03:18
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Job Proposal: Lettings Manager
The Avenue Estate Agents Lettings
Introduction
We are excited to extend this opportunity to join The Avenue Estate Agents as our Lettings Manager.
This role is pivotal in shaping the future of our lettings division and driving its success.
At The Avenue, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality over quantity.
Our motto, "Never the biggest, always the best," reflects our unwavering focus on delivering exceptional standards in marketing, service, and client care.
As Lettings Director, you will play a vital role in raising industry standards while contributing to our company's vision and growth.
Role Details
Job Title: Lettings Manager
Department: Lettings
Location: Sutton Coldfield
Working Hours: Monday-Friday 9 AM - 6 PM, Saturday 10am-3pm
Start Date: 1st May 2025
Key Responsibilities
Overseeing all lettings operations to ensure seamless processes and exceptional service delivery.
Building a robust lettings portfolio, scaling the business from its current state to a strong six-figure operation within year one.
Ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
Driving growth and profitability, working closely with our agents to identify and capitalize on local opportunities.
Supporting agents to build cashflow in their local businesses, creating wins for our agents, our clients, and the business.
Key Focus Areas
A win for our agents
A win for our clients
A win for the business
Candidate Profile
Experience Requirements:
Proven experience in lettings, property management, and compliance.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Expertise in business planning and forecasting.
Skills & Qualifications:
Deep knowledge of lettings compliance and legal requirements.
Commitment to high standards in marketing and service.
ARLA qualification preferred (or willingness to complete the course).
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: £30,000 base salary with £50,000 OTE
Commission/Profit Share: 10% of net profit from the lettings business or a fixed commission per individual let
Additional Benefits:
Career growth opportunities with Lettings Director opportunities considered from year 2 , subject to performance.
Access to industry-leading conferences, including travel and accommodation support.
Flexible working arrangements after the first 6 months.
25 days of annual leave plus public holidays, 3 festive days off, and birthday leave.
The ability to roll over up to 5 unused holiday days annually.
Mentorship and a clear progression pathway.
Quarterly team-building activities, such as retreats or creative workshops.
A supportive, collaborative workplace culture.
Private Health Care.
Objectives & Vision
Role Purpose:
To establish a strong lettings division that generates consistent cashflow for the business, enabling us to pay our team and partners well while investing in innovation to streamline processes and improve the client experience.
Goals:
To collaboratively define and achieve both business and personal goals, aligning with the candidate's ambitions and ensuring mutual success.
Proposal Summary
This role is an incredible opportunity to lead and grow a crucial division of our business.
You'll have the chance to:
Lead and shape the lettings department.
Earn a competitive salary with significant profit share potential.
Unlock Career Progression opportunities from year 2 onward, based on performance.
Work in a flexible, forward-thinking environment with a supportive team.
To ensure your success, we'll provide comprehensive weeks onboarding to understand the business.
Following this there would be weekly strategy meetings with James & Jack for the first 6 months, transitioning to monthly strategy calls thereafter.
Additional support will always be available wheverever needed. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Sutton Coldfield, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £32000 - £35000 per annum
Posted: 2025-04-15 12:36:36
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Job Proposal: Lettings Director
The Avenue Estate Agents Lettings
Introduction
We are excited to extend this opportunity to join The Avenue Estate Agents as our Lettings Director.
This role is pivotal in shaping the future of our lettings division and driving its success.
At The Avenue, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality over quantity.
Our motto, "Never the biggest, always the best," reflects our unwavering focus on delivering exceptional standards in marketing, service, and client care.
As Lettings Director, you will play a vital role in raising industry standards while contributing to our company's vision and growth.
Role Details
Job Title: Lettings Director
Department: Lettings
Location: Sutton Coldfield or Derby office (daily for the first 6 months; hybrid options to follow)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 6 PM, with some weekends required
Start Date: January 2025
Key Responsibilities
Overseeing all lettings operations to ensure seamless processes and exceptional service delivery.
Building a robust lettings portfolio, scaling the business from its current state to a strong six-figure operation within year one.
Ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
Driving growth and profitability, working closely with our agents to identify and capitalize on local opportunities.
Supporting agents to build cashflow in their local businesses, creating wins for our agents, our clients, and the business.
Key Focus Areas
A win for our agents
A win for our clients
A win for the business
Candidate Profile
Experience Requirements:
Proven experience in lettings, property management, and compliance.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Expertise in business planning and forecasting.
Skills & Qualifications:
Deep knowledge of lettings compliance and legal requirements.
Commitment to high standards in marketing and service.
ARLA qualification preferred (or willingness to complete the course).
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: Up to £45,000 base salary
Profit Share: 10% of net profit from the lettings business
Additional Benefits:
Career growth opportunities with share options in years 2 and 3, subject to performance.
Access to industry-leading conferences, including travel and accommodation support.
Flexible working arrangements after the first 6 months.
25 days of annual leave plus public holidays, 3 festive days off, and birthday leave.
The ability to roll over up to 5 unused holiday days annually.
Mentorship and a clear progression pathway.
Quarterly team-building activities, such as retreats or creative workshops.
A supportive, collaborative workplace culture.
Objectives & Vision
Role Purpose:
To establish a strong lettings division that generates consistent cashflow for the business, enabling us to pay our team and partners well while investing in innovation to streamline processes and improve the client experience.
Goals:
To collaboratively define and achieve both business and personal goals, aligning with the candidate's ambitions and ensuring mutual success.
Proposal Summary
This role is an incredible opportunity to lead and grow a crucial division of our business.
You'll have the chance to:
Lead and shape the lettings department.
Earn a competitive salary with significant profit share potential.
Unlock share options in years 2 and 3, based on performance.
Work in a flexible, forward-thinking environment with a supportive team.
To ensure your success, we'll provide comprehensive onboarding and weekly coaching for the first 6 months, transitioning to monthly strategy calls thereafter.
Additional support will always be available when needed. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Sutton Coldfield, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000 per annum
Posted: 2025-04-15 12:17:13
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The Job
The Company:
A very well established orthopaedics company
A global manufacturer and distributor within orthopaedics
Fantastic career opportunity
Benefits of the Business Development Manager
£50k-£55k basic salary
£20K OTE
Company Car/Car Allowance
Pension - Will match up to 4%
Private Healthcare (Optional)
Expense Account
Mobile
Laptop
The Role of the Business Development Manager
You will be responsible for selling the entire portfolio of orthopaedic products which include hip and Shoulder implants, orthobiologics, custom products (3D Printing) and instrumentation.
Selling to NHS & Private Hospitals
Spending lots of time in theatre.
Selling to Surgeons, Procurement, Multi-Tier Sell.
HUGE potential for someone to make a mark on this territory and be rewarded for it
Fantastic support from the Line Manager and the business from a marketing point of view
Covering the parts of the South East – Mostly around Surrey, West Sussex and Oxfordshire region
The Ideal Person for the Business Development Manager
Looking for someone to hit the ground running with this patch as it is so important that they have experience selling orthopaedic products into theatre, whether this is trauma, extremities, ETC......
Need to have been on the shoulder of an orthopaedic surgeon in theatre.
Preferably with contacts on patch.
Dynamic, go getter with a great sense of humour and passion.
Demonstrable skills in Interpersonal Communication, Negotiation, Business Acumen, Self-Management and Sales Strategy - Driven, Enthusiastic, consultative,
If you think the role of Business Development Manager is for you, apply now!
Consultant: Rio Barclay
Email: riob@otrsales.co.uk
Tel no.
0208 397 4114
Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.
About On Target
At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector.
We place all levels of personnel, up to Director across the UK and internationally. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Kingston, Crawley, Wimbledon, Epsom, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Full-Time
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £55000 Per Annum Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2025-04-15 12:01:35
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The Company:
Our client is a leading international manufacturer of high-quality building construction materials for flat roofs.
A strong emphasis on specification sales, providing complete technical roofing solutions from inception to completion.
Industry leader in waterproofing systems, green roofing, and solar PV panel solutions.
A well-established, people-focused company with a strong family ethos and career development opportunities.
Achieved "Investors in People" Platinum award and 'We Invest in Wellbeing' Gold accreditation.
Benefits of the Specification Sales Manager:
Basic Salary £55k
£65k OTE
Uncapped commission + bonuses
Company car
25 days holiday
Generous contributory pension
Full training and ongoing career development
Strong support network within an expert sales team
The Role of the Specification Sales Manager:
Responsible for specification sales and business development across the Yorkshire area.
Calling upon architectural practices, building surveyors, local authorities, and main contractors.
Managing the sales process from specification to project completion.
Providing CPD seminars and technical presentations to clients.
Overseeing project procurement with a strong tracking and project management emphasis.
Collaborating with internal teams, including marketing, telesales, and technical support.
The Ideal Person for the Specification Sales Manager:
Proven experience in specification sales within the flat roofing, waterproofing or wider building envelope sector.
Technically focused with strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.
Highly motivated, self-driven, and able to manage an autonomous sales territory.
Professional, credible, and a team player with excellent communication skills.
If you think the role of Specification Sales Manager is for you, apply now!
Consultant: Justin Webb
Email: justinw@otrsales.co.uk
Tel: 0208 397 4114
Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.
About On Target:
At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical, and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector.
We place all levels of personnel, up to Director, across the UK and internationally. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: York, Hull, Leeds, Harrogate, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Full-Time
Salary / Rate: £55000 - £55000 Per Annum Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2025-04-14 15:22:28
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Job Title: Director of Sales – Branded Hotel Group - IrelandSalary: Up to €85,000 + bonusLocation: DublinI am currently recruiting a Sales & Marketing Director to join this branded hotel in Dublin.
My client is looking for an entrepreneurial individual with a passion for the industry.
As Director you will drive sales and marketing strategy and grow new business for the property.
We are looking for someone who has experience with trade shows, business development and a passion for sales. Company benefits
Competitive salaryBonusDiscounts across the hotel group
About the position
Identify & grow new business for the hotelDrive MICE salesManage the sales and marketing operationsDevelop strategic long term customer relationshipsOrganise and carry out in-market sales toursAct as the market segment specialist
The successful candidate
Must have experience in senior sales within hotelsStrong knowledge of the industry and drive for salesability to make effective commercial decisionsMarketing experienceA dynamic, proactive, and motivated individualStrong communication and administrative skills
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to ed@Corecruitment.comGet social…….http://www.corecruitment.com/https://www.facebook.com/COREcruitmentDOTcom/Tweet us @COREcruitment ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Dublin, City of Dublin, Ireland
Start: ASAP
Duration: Full Time
Salary / Rate: €80k - 85k per year + bonus
Posted: 2025-04-14 14:55:42
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Job Title: Director of Sales – Branded Hotel Group – West of LondonSalary: Up to £65,000 + bonusLocation: West of LondonI am currently recruiting a Sales & Marketing Director to join this branded hotel west of London.
My client is looking for an entrepreneurial individual with a passion for the industry.
As Director you will drive sales and marketing strategy and grow new business for the property.
We are looking for someone who has experience with trade shows, business development and a passion for sales. Company benefits
Competitive salaryBonus
About the position
Identify & grow new business for the hotelDevelop strategic long term customer relationshipsOrganise and carry out in-market sales toursManage the corporate accountsAct as the market segment specialistDevelop marketing materials from online to brochuresWork closely with the General Manager
The successful candidate
Previous experience in senior sales within hotelsStrong knowledge of the industry and drive for salesability to make effective commercial decisionsMarketing experienceA dynamic, proactive, and motivated individualAbility to develop and manage relationshipsStrong communication and administrative skills
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to ed@Corecruitment.comGet social…….http://www.corecruitment.com/https://www.facebook.com/COREcruitmentDOTcom/Tweet us @COREcruitment ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: London, Greater London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Full Time
Salary / Rate: £60k - 65k per year + bonus
Posted: 2025-04-10 15:06:17
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Senior Product Manager - Consumer Cleaners Segment
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Rust-Oleum US Product Management
Reports To: Director, Product Management - Cleaners
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, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.
Now, as we look to the future, our Cleaners platform is a top priority.
We are adding to our team to support our growth ambitions for our core household cleaning brands: Mean Green, Krud Kutter, Concrobium and Moldex.
This role provides the opportunity to drive assigned brands in the consumer cleaning segment.
Job Purpose
Are you a passionate brand builder? A consumer-centric marketer with an entrepreneurial spirit who is energized by creativity? This is the role for you.
You will manage a strategic digital-first brand and use consumer insights, category/competitive data, and business analytics to craft and implement breakthrough marketing initiatives that create a competitive brand advantage and supports the company's strategic and financial objectives.
This position will develop brand strategy, new product innovation roadmaps, approve marketing communications, creative, and content.
This position is part of the Cleaners platform and reports to Director, Product Management.
Responsibilities
Subject Matter Expertise
Deep understanding of the consumer, category, product and emerging trends within household cleaners Experience with EPA registered products a plus Familiarity with eCommerce and online merchandising a plus
Brand Branding & Go-To-Market Strategy
Drive commercialization and brand activation efforts working with cross-functional departments, including Communications and Trade.
Partner with Insights team on market research and Category Management, available category reports to monitor competitive activity Partner with Strategic Communications & Demand Generation to develop brand-building, digital-first marketing campaigns Work closely with Sales team to align customer strategies Work closely with platform Digital Hub on Social Strategy to build assigned brand
Product Portfolio Management & New Product Development
Assist with developing assigned portions of the annual Marketing Plan, Long-Term Plan, Operating Plan and Growth & Strategy presentation. Own current brand performance and actionable 1-3 year business plan Own the P&L of designated platform, balancing cost and growth opportunities to achieve profitability and growth targets. Manage product line performance analysis, trends, insights and feedback to identify opportunities to promote and grow a winning brand portfolio Build business cases including market opportunity, investments, profitability and growth projections Manage new product launches through stage gate process Collaborate with the Pricing team to create and maintain the pricing strategy for the product, aiming at maximizing profitability while staying market competitive Lead insight-driven innovation to improve product range, collaborating with R&D, Operations, Sales, etc to ensure alignment with the brand strategy
Qualifications
Education: 4-year BS degree in business or engineering, with an MBA degree an advantage
Experience: 10+ years of experience in brand management with product management experience in innovation/new product development; 5+ years of which spent in Cleaners category
Team Management: 5+ years of managing direct reports
A successful track record of driving profitable growth
Analytic and strategic thinking, with ability to digest complex information and make data-driven decisions
Strong financial acumen to analyze multiple aspects of product line performance, can successfully budget and forecast, and understand cost implications of decisions
Ability to influence both formally and informally across functions
Creative thinking and solution-oriented mindset
Strong prioritization skills, and good judgment managing time against competing demands
Empathy and good listening skills to understand audience and consumer needs
Effective verbal communication and presentation skills: clear and concise writing, executive presence and can convey important or critical messages with the desired effect
Proactive collaboration with others: able to build commitment, foster open dialogue, and supports diversity and input from all team members
Integrity, commitment, moral courage, and values-driven behavior
Ability to adapt to change and anticipate future needs
Can-do attitude and the desire to go above and beyond Salary Range: $115,000 - $150,0000, 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.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
Rust-Oleum offers 9.5 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: 2025-04-09 15:12:02
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Senior Product Manager - Consumer Cleaners Segment
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Rust-Oleum US Product Management
Reports To: Director, Product Management - Cleaners
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, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.
Now, as we look to the future, our Cleaners platform is a top priority.
We are adding to our team to support our growth ambitions for our core household cleaning brands: Mean Green, Krud Kutter, Concrobium and Moldex.
This role provides the opportunity to drive assigned brands in the consumer cleaning segment.
Job Purpose
Are you a passionate brand builder? A consumer-centric marketer with an entrepreneurial spirit who is energized by creativity? This is the role for you.
You will manage a strategic digital-first brand and use consumer insights, category/competitive data, and business analytics to craft and implement breakthrough marketing initiatives that create a competitive brand advantage and supports the company's strategic and financial objectives.
This position will develop brand strategy, new product innovation roadmaps, approve marketing communications, creative, and content.
This position is part of the Cleaners platform and reports to Director, Product Management.
Responsibilities
Subject Matter Expertise
Deep understanding of the consumer, category, product and emerging trends within household cleaners Experience with EPA registered products a plus Familiarity with eCommerce and online merchandising a plus
Brand Branding & Go-To-Market Strategy
Drive commercialization and brand activation efforts working with cross-functional departments, including Communications and Trade.
Partner with Insights team on market research and Category Management, available category reports to monitor competitive activity Partner with Strategic Communications & Demand Generation to develop brand-building, digital-first marketing campaigns Work closely with Sales team to align customer strategies Work closely with platform Digital Hub on Social Strategy to build assigned brand
Product Portfolio Management & New Product Development
Assist with developing assigned portions of the annual Marketing Plan, Long-Term Plan, Operating Plan and Growth & Strategy presentation. Own current brand performance and actionable 1-3 year business plan Own the P&L of designated platform, balancing cost and growth opportunities to achieve profitability and growth targets. Manage product line performance analysis, trends, insights and feedback to identify opportunities to promote and grow a winning brand portfolio Build business cases including market opportunity, investments, profitability and growth projections Manage new product launches through stage gate process Collaborate with the Pricing team to create and maintain the pricing strategy for the product, aiming at maximizing profitability while staying market competitive Lead insight-driven innovation to improve product range, collaborating with R&D, Operations, Sales, etc to ensure alignment with the brand strategy
Qualifications
Education: 4-year BS degree in business or engineering, with an MBA degree an advantage
Experience: 10+ years of experience in brand management with product management experience in innovation/new product development; 5+ years of which spent in Cleaners category
Team Management: 5+ years of managing direct reports
A successful track record of driving profitable growth
Analytic and strategic thinking, with ability to digest complex information and make data-driven decisions
Strong financial acumen to analyze multiple aspects of product line performance, can successfully budget and forecast, and understand cost implications of decisions
Ability to influence both formally and informally across functions
Creative thinking and solution-oriented mindset
Strong prioritization skills, and good judgment managing time against competing demands
Empathy and good listening skills to understand audience and consumer needs
Effective verbal communication and presentation skills: clear and concise writing, executive presence and can convey important or critical messages with the desired effect
Proactive collaboration with others: able to build commitment, foster open dialogue, and supports diversity and input from all team members
Integrity, commitment, moral courage, and values-driven behavior
Ability to adapt to change and anticipate future needs
Can-do attitude and the desire to go above and beyond Salary Range: $115,000 - $150,0000, 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.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
Rust-Oleum offers 9.5 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: 2025-04-09 15:11:48
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Employer Description
Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional cleaning, facility maintenance, portable environmental control, fire remediation and water damage restoration.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Ready 2 Respond Director of Sales is responsible for developing business and sales strategies for Ready 2 Respond (R2R) market segment that will continue to expand the client base in order to increase the company's customer base, revenues and profit.
Create and implement objectives that will meet the needs of the customer, maximize product servicing, and increase market share.
Supervision Responsibility:
This position does not currently have any direct reports.
Essential Duties
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.
The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing, nor does it constitute an employment agreement, and the duties may change at any time. Manage all phases of key R2R account(s) for Legend Brands product/service offerings, strategic initiatives and reciprocal growth projects. Directly and indirectly manage R2R sales staff including third-party sales representatives to optimize sales revenue and profit. Create, manage and report R2R business plan including current year objectives, projections and results. Create and implement both long- and short-term sales objectives. Provide service and support for large account(s) business as well as customer service, marketing and planning functions. Work as a liaison between the customer and client to fully understand the needs of all stakeholders. Forecast Units/Revenue, expense with alignment to the company plan. Track, monitor, and report monthly orders and sales; elevate any issues or obstacles that impede achieving company's objectives. Partner with business units across the organization. Travel to customer, trade events, and corporate headquarters as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required.
An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree required. Ten years of experience leading a sales organization required. Experience managing at sales territory across multiple states preferred
Hiring Range
Between $120K - $137K annually
Benefits
Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, leaves of absence, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!
Additional Considerations
Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background screening. Accepting applications through June 30, 2025.
Applications will be reviewed as received and on-going interviews will be conducted as necessary. Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Burlington, Washington
Posted: 2025-04-09 15:11:48
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Employer Description
Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional cleaning, facility maintenance, portable environmental control, fire remediation and water damage restoration.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Ready 2 Respond Director of Sales is responsible for developing business and sales strategies for Ready 2 Respond (R2R) market segment that will continue to expand the client base in order to increase the company's customer base, revenues and profit.
Create and implement objectives that will meet the needs of the customer, maximize product servicing, and increase market share.
Supervision Responsibility:
This position does not currently have any direct reports.
Essential Duties
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.
The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing, nor does it constitute an employment agreement, and the duties may change at any time. Manage all phases of key R2R account(s) for Legend Brands product/service offerings, strategic initiatives and reciprocal growth projects. Directly and indirectly manage R2R sales staff including third-party sales representatives to optimize sales revenue and profit. Create, manage and report R2R business plan including current year objectives, projections and results. Create and implement both long- and short-term sales objectives. Provide service and support for large account(s) business as well as customer service, marketing and planning functions. Work as a liaison between the customer and client to fully understand the needs of all stakeholders. Forecast Units/Revenue, expense with alignment to the company plan. Track, monitor, and report monthly orders and sales; elevate any issues or obstacles that impede achieving company's objectives. Partner with business units across the organization. Travel to customer, trade events, and corporate headquarters as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required.
An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree required. Ten years of experience leading a sales organization required. Experience managing at sales territory across multiple states preferred
Hiring Range
Between $120K - $137K annually
Benefits
Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, leaves of absence, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!
Additional Considerations
Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background screening. Accepting applications through June 30, 2025.
Applications will be reviewed as received and on-going interviews will be conducted as necessary. Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Burlington, Washington
Posted: 2025-04-09 15:11:40
