Associate Product Manager (Bilingual/Spanish)

TAD PGS, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency based in the Wheeling, IL area is seeking an Associate Product Manager to drive product development and optimize product lines. Candidates should have experience in high-volume manufacturing, be bilingual in English and Spanish, and hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work across teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 10 years’ experience in High Volume Manufacturing.
• 1-2 years in product or brand management in CPG.
• Hands-on new product launch experience.
• Experience with data accuracy in ERP/MRP systems.
• Ability to translate technical details into business insights.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation of new products from idea to prototype.
• Partner with teams for seamless product launches.
• Clarify requirements and solve problems across functions.
• Maintain accurate product master data within ERP systems.
• Track performance and gather insights for product enhancement.
• Streamline product workflows and improve visibility.

Skills

Bilingual in English/Spanish

Excellent written and verbal communication

Detail-oriented

Data-driven decision making

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Connecting Great Candidates with Great Opportunities | Delivery | Client Success | Career Mentor | Champion of Return to Work

We have an outstanding career opportunity for an Associate Product Manager to join a leading Company located in the Wheeling, IL surrounding area.

We're looking for a curious, analytical, and driven Associate Product Manager to help shape the future of our core product lines. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn every facet of product management - from concept to commercialization - in a fast-paced consumer packaged goods (CPG) environment. You'll collaborate across Marketing, Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain to bring new ideas to market and optimize our existing portfolio.

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

Job Responsibilities

• Drive Product Development: Support the creation of new products from idea to prototype, managing timelines and coordinating early manufacturing samples.
• Execute Go-to-Market Plans: Partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless product launches– aligning packaging, marketing assets, and inventory readiness for success.
• Be the Cross‑Functional Connector: Act as the hub between Sales, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to clarify requirements, solve problems, and ensure flawless execution.
• Ensure Data Accuracy: Maintain complete and accurate product master data - including SKUs and Bills of Materials (BOM) - within the ERP system.
• Analyze and Improve: Track performance, gather insights, and make data‑driven recommendations to enhance product positioning and operational efficiency.
• Champion Operational Excellence: Continuously look for ways to streamline product workflows, improve visibility, and support the long‑term success of the product portfolio.

Hiring Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Must be Bilingual in English/Spanish.
• 10 years’ High Volume Manufacturing experience.
• 1‑2 years of experience in product or brand management, ideally within a CPG or manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience supporting new product launches, from concept to commercialization.
• Experience maintaining data accuracy within ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Excellent written and verbal skills, with the ability to translate technical details into clear business insights.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and resourceful – able to thrive in a dynamic environment where collaboration and initiative are key.

The ideal candidate will have

• Familiarity with the New Product Introduction (NPI) process in a manufacturing or CPG setting.
• Understanding of packaging, design, and retail merchandising best practices.
• Data visualization or reporting experience (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

• Product Management, Manufacturing, and Project Management
• Industries: Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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