Associate Product Manager

Taylor Corporation; North Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Corporation is seeking an Associate Product Manager for its North Mankato, MN team. You will liaison with Product Management, ensuring compliance and coordinating with Sales and intercompany vendors.

The role requires organization, cross‑functional coordination, and attention to regulatory details. The ideal candidate has solid knowledge of print technologies and 2+ years in related roles, with strong communication and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 2+ years in print production, product development, or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of print technologies and substrates.
• Proficient in project management and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Product Management representative for compliance initiatives.
• Coordinate required compliance documentation, certifications, and approvals.
• Track regulatory and corporate compliance across product categories.
• Ensure new products and changes complete compliance processes before launch.
• Partner with Corporate Compliance, Legal, Sourcing, and Product Management.
• Maintain documentation and audit readiness for compliance records.
• Act as the primary contact for Sales Account Managers regarding product questions.
• Coordinate product information between Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Product Management.
• Escalate strategic product decisions to the appropriate PM.
• Assist with onboarding new products and vendor documentation.

Skills

Print production

Product development

Customer support

Project management

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

PLM tools

ERP systems

PIM systems

Job description

Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future – and your career. We power our employees’ potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. If you’re ready for something bigger – more challenge, more variety, more pathways for professional growth – we should talk. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re looking for people like you. Ready to reach your potential? It’s time to look at Taylor.

Your Opportunity

Taylor Corporation is looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Associate Product Manager to join our team in North Mankato, MN! In this role, you will serve as the liaison for the Product Management team, ensuring products meet corporate compliance requirements while providing primary support for Sales Account Managers and coordinating communication with intercompany vendors. This role maintains broad knowledge of the product portfolio and partners closely with other Associate Product Managers and Product Managers to gather product-specific expertise and ensure accurate execution of product initiatives. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and excels at coordinating cross‑functional activities while maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Work Authorization: To be considered for the Taylor opportunities, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Your Responsibilities

• Product Compliance Serve as the primary Product Management representative for all BICP product compliance initiatives.
• Coordinate required compliance documentation, certifications, and approvals.
• Track regulatory and corporate compliance requirements across assigned product categories.
• Ensure new products and product changes complete all required compliance processes prior to launch.
• Partner with Corporate Compliance, Legal, Sourcing, and Product Management on product-related requirements.
• Maintain documentation and audit readiness for compliance records.
• Sales Account Management Support Act as the primary point of contact for Sales Account Managers regarding product questions, requests, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate product information between Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Product Management.
• Escalate strategic product decisions to the appropriate Associate Product Manager or Product Manager.
• Track recurring customer requests and identify trends for Product Management review.
• Intercompany Vendor Coordination Serve as the secondary contact for intercompany and vended product relationships.
• Coordinate communication regarding product updates, specifications, inventory changes, and implementation timelines.
• Assist with onboarding new products and maintaining vendor documentation.
• Partner with IT and operations to ensure product information remains current.
• Product Operations Support Support new product introductions.
• Assist with Maintaining product documentation, specifications, and supporting materials.
• Coordinate product change requests and communicate updates across departments when needed.
• Assist with SOP creation and documentation.
• Monitor project timelines and follow up on outstanding deliverables.
• Support Product Managers with administrative and operational tasks as needed.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Associate Product Managers and Product Managers to understand product strategies and category priorities.
• Collaborate with Customer Service, Marketing, Operations, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Data Management, and Compliance teams.
• Help facilitate communication between departments to ensure successful product execution.

You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Print, Marketing/Sales, Operations or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in print production, product development, customer support or a related industry
• Strong knowledge of print technologies (digital, offset, wide format, etc.), substrates, and finishing techniques
• Proficiency in project management and cross-functional collaboration
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities
• Detail-oriented with exceptional follow-through
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; project management or PLM tools a plus!

We Would Prefer

• Experience in print manufacturing, product management, or manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of corporate compliance processes
• Experience working with ERP, PIM, or product information management systems
• Experience coordinating cross-functional projects

The anticipated annual salary for this position is $60,000. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The range listed is just one component of Taylor Corporation’s total compensation and benefits package for employees.

About Taylor Corporation

One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor’s family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world’s most recognizable brands. With more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees spanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future – and your career. Join more than a company – become part of a family. Imagine a company whose core purpose is to create opportunity and security for its employees. That’s us, that’s Taylor. If you’re ready for something bigger – more challenge, more variety, more pathways for professional growth – we should talk. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re looking for people like you.