Product Manager (Manufacturing)

Position: Product Manager

Position Type: Direct Hire (Exempt)

Location: Stanhope, NJ

Compensation Range: $120-$150k (based on qualifications and experience), Plus 15% annual bonus – (based on company performance and employee individual performance and target goals met).

Industry: Manufacturing

Our client is seeking a Product Manager to drive the strategic, technical, and commercial success of a growing product portfolio. This individual will play a key role in shaping product direction, aligning offerings with market needs, and supporting long-term business growth.

This is a customer facing role focused on building relationships, increasing product awareness, and representing the product in the marketplace. The Product Manager will conduct market and cost analysis, stay informed on industry trends, and use insights to guide product strategy and decision making.

The role partners closely with cross functional teams including Research and Development, Sales, Operations, Finance, and Technology to ensure alignment across the full product lifecycle.

Travel is expected approximately 10% to 20% to support client engagement, market visibility, and industry presence across the United States, Canada, and potentially international markets.

The Product Manager is responsible for:

1. Strategic Marketing

Define target markets, applications, and growth priorities for IFRM technologies
Establish competitive positioning and differentiation in key segments
Identify market gaps, emerging trends, and new opportunity spaces
Serve as the voice of the customer in strategic planning and product decisions

2. Product Management (What We Build & Profitability)

Own IFRM product roadmap, lifecycle, and portfolio strategy
Lead new product development and commercialization efforts, ensuring strong product-market fit
Manage product cost, pricing strategy, and margin performance
Drive product improvements to enhance performance, constructability, and competitiveness
Partner with Operations and R&D on cost, quality, and scalability initiatives

3. Product Marketing (Why It Wins & Market Success)

Define product positioning, messaging, and value proposition for all key audiences
Translate technical capabilities into clear, differentiated customer value
Develop go-to-market strategies, including launches, relaunches, and adoption programs
Increase specification inclusion and market preference through targeted programs
Monitor competitive landscape and refine positioning accordingly

4. Marketing Services Interface

Define requirements for marketing tools, content, and campaigns
Partner with Marketing Services to develop collateral, digital content, and trade show strategy
Ensure all materials accurately reflect product positioning and strategic objectives

5. Sales Enablement (Support, Not Ownership)

Equip sales teams with positioning, messaging, and competitive tools
Deliver product training and guidance on target customers and applications
Provide strategic support for key opportunities and market development initiatives

We are looking for candidates with the following experience:

5-7 years of experience, working in Industries such as Manufacturing, Architecture, Engineering, Contracting.
Bachelors Degree in Marketing, Product Management or similar.
Knowledge of product technologies, preferably in IFRM coatings and paints.
Microsoft experience and proficiency in Excel.
Market Analysis and research experience.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
Comfortable working independently while supporting plant operations
Strong communication skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Data-driven and cost-conscious mindset
Practical, hands-on approach to procurement and inventory management

Employee Benefits:
Employees are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, and life insurance, 401(k) retirement savings with company participation, flexible spending, and other voluntary benefit options. Vacation eligibility begins after 90 days of employment, with two weeks available to be used within the first year.

WorkDynamX is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We are dedicated to maintaining a respectful, professional environment for all team members.