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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Senior Brand Manager - Consumer Cleaners Segment
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Rust-Oleum US Brand Management
Reports To: Director, Product Management - Cleaners
Direct Reports: No
Ignite Growth.
Shape the Future.
Leave a Legacy.
Rust-Oleum is more than a global leader in protective paints and coatings, we're a brand powerhouse with a bold vision for the future.
Our Cleaners platform is on the rise, and we're looking for a trailblazing Senior Brand Manager to lead the charge in transforming our Moldex and Krud Kutter brands into leading household names.
If you thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments and are driven by the thrill of building something meaningful, this is your moment.
What You'll Do
As Senior Brand Manager, you'll be the strategic force behind two of our most exciting consumer cleaning brands.
You'll blend creativity with analytics, vision with execution, and strategy with hustle.
You'll own the brand story, shape the brand portfolio and lead cross-functional teams to bring bold ideas to life.
Brand Strategy & Activation
Craft and execute brand strategies that break through the clutter and resonate with consumers
Champion digital-first marketing campaigns that build awareness, engagement and fuel growth
Collaborate with Sales, Demand Generation and Digital Hub teams to ensure seamless go-to-market execution
Monitor competitive activity and consumer trends to stay ahead of the curve
Innovation & Product Development
Lead the development of new products that excite consumers and disrupt the category
Own brand P&Ls and drive profitability through smart portfolio management and pricing strategies
Build compelling business cases for innovation, backed by data and consumer insights
Guide products through the stage-gate process from concept to shelf
Team Culture & Influence
Influence cross-functional partners with clarity, confidence and conviction
Support our team culture of creativity, accountability and continuous improvement
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred)
10+ years of brand management experience, ideally within the Cleaners category
Proven success in launching and scaling consumer brands
Strong financial acumen and analytical skills
A creative, entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for action
Exceptional communication and storytelling abilities
Experience with EPA-registered products and eCommerce is a plus
Why Rust-Oleum Cleaners?
We're a team that values bold ideas, diverse perspectives and fearless execution.
As part of the Cleaners team, you'll have the autonomy to make big decisions, the support to take smart risks and the opportunity to leave a lasting mark on brands that matter.
Ready to build something extraordinary?
Join us and help shape the future of clean.
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: 2025-10-08 15:09:40
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We are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Planner to join a market leading manufacturing company working at their Heavily Automated site in the Sevenoaks area.
It is a days-based role with a salary paying up to £53,000, complemented by a high benefits package, including a company pension contribution, a discretionary bonus and life assurance scheme.
As the Maintenance Planner within this company, you will need to support the Engineering Managers in implementing the engineering strategy through a data driven approach.
You will also oversee system administration, conducting system audits and enhancing planned processes.What's in it for you as a Maintenance Planner?
A Salary of circa £53,000
3 x Life assurance Scheme
Monday - Friday working hours
33 days holiday
Enhanced Company Pension
Annual KPI Driven Bonus
Location - Borough Green/Sevenoaks
Genuine career development and progression
Responsibility for the Maintenance Planner
Deliver weekly reports on completed tasks and potential improvements across various departments, creating weekend task lists, tracking their completion, and provide constructive feedback.
Create detailed work plans for weekly production outages and develop a reporting structure to assess their effectiveness.
Manage parts expenditure and availability to support daily planning and engineering needs within a specified budget.
Useful experience for the Maintenance Planner
Qualifications in a relevant discipline ( Degree level, HNC or NVQ Level 3 in Engineering)
Experience in supporting the upkeep of industrial plant machinery and equipment, ensuring operational efficiency and reliability.
Being able to perform at the highest level within a dynamic environment and embrace change
We are in search of a Maintenance Planner with a strong engineering background within a manufacturing environment.Please apply directly for further information regarding the Maintenance Planner/ Maintenance Engineering Planner/Maintenance Planner role. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Maidstone, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £53000.00 per annum
Posted: 2025-10-08 11:30:39
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JOB DESCRIPTION
DAP is looking to hire a Purchasing Manager on a contract basis. Provide procurement category leadership for DAP's contract manufacturing, finished good spend and inbound supplier Logistics
Responsibilities
Category Strategy
Develop, document, communicate & maintain category strategies for responsible spend areas.
Work with cross-functional stakeholders, including DLT, Marketing, R&D, & RPM Center Led Procurement, to ensure strategies are aligned to DAP & RPM objectives
Category Management
Build category strategy to include savings projects, supplier optimization, specification optimization, demand management and other key levers.
Drive down total cost of ownership, improve cash flow, improve supplier performance & identify new partners.
New Product Development
Partner with stakeholders in DAP New Product Development projects requiring 3rd party partners.
Develop a robust supply base to support New Product Development, in partnership with Marketing & R&D.
Reporting
Maintain all necessary reporting to support Procurement leadership, RPM Center Led Procurement, Finance, and others.
Ensure compliance to all appropriate policies, procedures & regulations.
Other
Ensure timely entry/update of data changes in ERP system (SAP Purchase Info Record), including price, terms, vendor, and commodity data.
Summarize price, terms, and vendor changes on a regular basis to ensure ready access to current information.
Investigate discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices with Accounts Payable and Cost Accounting.
Approve payment of invoices in question, coordinate (from Purchasing perspective) artwork changes with packaging suppliers, plants, and Marketing.
Maintain purchase history data to include generating SAP based queries for PPV Reports, etc.
Maintain commodity price files and comparative pricing history with suppliers.
Assist in developing standard costs for annual budget review.
Maintain packaging commodity files.
Maintain packaging specifications with Marketing and raw material specifications with R&D.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain deep knowledge on the commodity market affecting the category
Requirements
CPM Purchasing Certificate. Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations Research, Mathematics, Engineering, or Business Management. 3 to 5+ years of strategic and in-depth, hand-on purchasing experience Sound knowledge of general office practices and procedures, preferably in a manufacturing or purchasing environment.
Basic computer skills (AS400 and PC based) with capability of working with SAP, thorough knowledge of MS Office Suite, including extensive experience with Excel, and Lotus Notes. Good communication skills to interact effectively with internal and external supplier contacts.
Ability to generate complex spreadsheets and detailed reports to communicate pricing trends/market information
Benefits:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Company Provided Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Company-paid short-term and long-term disability 401(k) plans Employer-funded pension plan Tuition Reimbursement
Pay Range
$90,000 to $125,000 per year
About DAP
DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products.
DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $6.1 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores.
DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world. At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers.
Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs and more! Learn more about DAP's history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/
DAP - On the job since 1865.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Posted: 2025-10-07 15:09:36
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JOB DESCRIPTION
DAP is looking to hire a Purchasing Manager on a contract basis. Provide procurement category leadership for DAP's contract manufacturing, finished good spend and inbound supplier Logistics
Responsibilities
Category Strategy
Develop, document, communicate & maintain category strategies for responsible spend areas.
Work with cross-functional stakeholders, including DLT, Marketing, R&D, & RPM Center Led Procurement, to ensure strategies are aligned to DAP & RPM objectives
Category Management
Build category strategy to include savings projects, supplier optimization, specification optimization, demand management and other key levers.
Drive down total cost of ownership, improve cash flow, improve supplier performance & identify new partners.
New Product Development
Partner with stakeholders in DAP New Product Development projects requiring 3rd party partners.
Develop a robust supply base to support New Product Development, in partnership with Marketing & R&D.
Reporting
Maintain all necessary reporting to support Procurement leadership, RPM Center Led Procurement, Finance, and others.
Ensure compliance to all appropriate policies, procedures & regulations.
Other
Ensure timely entry/update of data changes in ERP system (SAP Purchase Info Record), including price, terms, vendor, and commodity data.
Summarize price, terms, and vendor changes on a regular basis to ensure ready access to current information.
Investigate discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices with Accounts Payable and Cost Accounting.
Approve payment of invoices in question, coordinate (from Purchasing perspective) artwork changes with packaging suppliers, plants, and Marketing.
Maintain purchase history data to include generating SAP based queries for PPV Reports, etc.
Maintain commodity price files and comparative pricing history with suppliers.
Assist in developing standard costs for annual budget review.
Maintain packaging commodity files.
Maintain packaging specifications with Marketing and raw material specifications with R&D.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain deep knowledge on the commodity market affecting the category
Requirements
CPM Purchasing Certificate. Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations Research, Mathematics, Engineering, or Business Management. 3 to 5+ years of strategic and in-depth, hand-on purchasing experience Sound knowledge of general office practices and procedures, preferably in a manufacturing or purchasing environment.
Basic computer skills (AS400 and PC based) with capability of working with SAP, thorough knowledge of MS Office Suite, including extensive experience with Excel, and Lotus Notes. Good communication skills to interact effectively with internal and external supplier contacts.
Ability to generate complex spreadsheets and detailed reports to communicate pricing trends/market information
Benefits:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Company Provided Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Company-paid short-term and long-term disability 401(k) plans Employer-funded pension plan Tuition Reimbursement
Pay Range
$90,000 to $125,000 per year
About DAP
DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products.
DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $6.1 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores.
DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world. At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers.
Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs and more! Learn more about DAP's history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/
DAP - On the job since 1865.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Posted: 2025-10-07 15:09:34
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Eyewear Area Sales Representative, South East.
Zest Optical is currently recruiting an Eyewear Area Sales Representative on behalf of a global leader in the premium eyewear industry, renowned for its high-quality sunglasses, optical frames, and sports eyewear.
This company takes great pride in the exceptional craftsmanship of its products and its outstanding customer service.
The role will involve working closely with independent opticians across South East England, covering the following postcodes:AL, BN, BR, CB, CM, CO, CR, CT, DA, E, EC, EN, GU, HA, HP, IG, IP, KT, LE, LU, ME, MK, N, NN, NR, NW, PE, RG, RH, RM, SE, SG, SL, SM, SS, SW, TN, TW, UB, W, WC, WD.
As an Eyewear Area Sales Representative, you will be responsible for developing existing client relationships while identifying and acquiring new business opportunities within your territory.
Eyewear Area Sales Representative - Role
Build, develop, and maintain strong business relationships with existing and potential customers within your assigned region to drive sales growth.
Work closely with the National Sales Manager to set annual customer targets and ensure these objectives are clearly communicated and agreed upon.
Proactively resolve customer issues and handle complaints efficiently to ensure customer satisfaction.
Collaborate with internal departments, including Sales Operations, Accounting, Logistics, and Technical Service teams, to ensure seamless customer support.
Analyse market potential and assess the value of both existing and prospective clients to the business.
Generate and follow up on leads, sharing key opportunities and insights with your team.
Stay informed on product developments, technical innovations, market trends, and competitor activity through regular store visits and industry research.
Represent the brand at trade shows, exhibitions, and conventions to promote products and expand your professional network.
Eyewear Area Sales Representative - Requirements
Proven B2B sales experience, ideally within the eyewear or fashion sectors.
Strong self-motivation with the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on data effectively.
Eyewear Area Sales Representative - Salary
Base salary: Up to £44,000 (depending on experience)
On-target earnings (OTE): Up to £70,000
Company car and a comprehensive benefits package
To ensure you don't miss out on this exciting opportunity, please click “Apply Now” below. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: City of London, England
Salary / Rate: £41000 - £50000 per annum + Additional Benefits
Posted: 2025-10-07 14:23:11
