Associate Product Manager - Architectural Coatings
Job Title: Associate Product Manager – Architectural Coatings
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Product
Reports To: Senior Product Manager
Direct Reports/Manages others: No
Hybrid Schedule: Our hybrid work environment includes two (2) remote days/week.
Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry. We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints and finishes, durable industrial, roof repair and flooring coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.
Responsibilities:
Support product development from ideation to launch, using market insights and Stage-Gate processes
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform product strategy
Collaborate with Creative and Marketing teams to execute product positioning and go-to-market plans
Manage assigned product lines, identifying opportunities for growth, optimization, and innovation
Analyze category performance and make data-driven recommendations to improve profitability and share
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field
4+ years of relevant marketing or product management experience
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Self-starter with a strategic mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive initiatives forward
Experience in coatings, building materials, or adjacent industries a plus
Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000 (Bonus Eligible)
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave.
We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment and offer a company match. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Rust-Oleum offers 9 paid holidays and two floating holidays per year. You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.