Product Manager - CPG

Product Development Manager - hardgoodsThis role supports the planning, development, and release of consumer-focused products within assigned categories. The Product Manager partners with cross-functional stakeholders to translate customer needs into clear product requirements, coordinate execution across teams, and help drive successful launches and ongoing product performance.Key ResponsibilitiesContribute to category plans by helping define product direction, timelines, and release milestones.Research customers, competitors, and market dynamics to uncover trends, unmet needs, and product opportunities.Work with internal teams (e.g., sales, marketing/brand, design/creative, operations, and engineering/development) to support product creation and launch readiness.Help document product requirements, user needs, and feature details; maintain organized records as products progress through development.Coordinate launch deliverables such as imagery, product content, sales enablement materials, and channel-ready assets in partnership with creative and digital teams.Support SKU setup, pricing/cost inputs, assortment updates, and other lifecycle activities from introduction through end-of-life.Track product results post-launch, summarize insights, and recommend improvements for future iterations and releases.Manage multiple workstreams at once, ensuring alignment on priorities, dependencies, and deadlines.Qualifications2–3 years of experience supporting product management, product development, or category management for consumer productsExperience collaborating with technical or development teams to define and maintain product requirements and specifications.Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, economics, or a related disciplineStrong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize qualitative feedback and quantitative data into actionable insights.Clear written and verbal communication skills, including comfort presenting updates to stakeholders.Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with strong follow-through.Collaborative working style and ability to build productive partnerships across functions.