Growth-Focused Product Manager, Packaging

Itape; Springfield (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG seeks a Product Manager to lead growth of an assigned product line through market-driven strategies and collaboration with Sales, Operations, and Finance. You will drive product innovation, customer engagement, and revenue growth across markets.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in product-related roles, technical knowledge in textiles/polymers, and strong analytics. This role offers visibility, strategic impact, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• University degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or related discipline preferred.
• 3–5 years in product management, marketing, sales, or industry related experience.
• Technical knowledge of textile industry and polymer science is preferred.
• Proven ability to interact with Sr. Executives.
• Good intuition/customer insight skills with confidence to act.
• Highly organized and has very effective time management skills.
• Data driven decision making with ability to translate analysis into business insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite.

Responsibilities

• Drive financial performance, manage subclass P&L; ensure efficient use of resources and adherence to financial targets.
• Plan and execute product launches, promotions, and marketing campaigns to drive awareness and sales.
• Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics within the territory; pursue new business opportunities.
• Work with Operations to provide sales forecasts, optimize manufacturing plan, supply chain, and capacity utilization.
• Develop business cases for product line expansion, R&D projects, and capex as needed.
• Develop and implement sales tools, training, and marketing plans to achieve revenue targets.
• Collaborate with Senior Product and Market Managers to share best practices.
• Develop annual subclass budget by account and product family with Sales and Finance.
• Support relationships with key customers, join strategic sales calls for launches and growth initiatives.
• Relay market feedback to product development; monitor competitors and opportunities.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies and negotiate contracts to maximize profitability.
• Assist with new item setup, pricing approvals, quoting, and other sales support.
• Travel up to 25-40% for customer visits, trade shows, and industry events.

Skills

Product management

Marketing

Sales

Data-driven decisions

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

University degree in Marketing/Business/Engineering

Job description

IPG seeks a Product Manager to lead growth of an assigned product line through market-driven strategies and collaboration with Sales, Operations, and Finance. You will drive product innovation, customer engagement, and revenue growth across markets.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in product-related roles, technical knowledge in textiles/polymers, and strong analytics. This role offers visibility, strategic impact, and opportunities for advancement.