Product Management Specialist

Winchester Ammunition; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchester Ammunition in Clayton, MO is seeking a Product Management Specialist to bridge Marketing and Sales with Engineering and Manufacturing throughout the product lifecycle. You will coordinate packaging data, product positioning, and content for successful commercialization and drive cross-functional collaboration.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 2+ years in product or manufacturing settings, strong firearms knowledge, Excel proficiency, and travel about 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; Engineering, Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience; exposure to manufacturing or product development preferred.
• Strong knowledge of firearms, ammunition, and shooting sports with ability to explain product functionality.
• Proficiency in Excel including building formulas and data collection for analysis.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with internal stakeholders and customers.
• Creative problem-solving, attention to detail, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel ~10%.

Responsibilities

• Bridge Marketing/Sales and Engineering/Manufacturing to align product lifecycle.
• Support development of new products from concept to launch and lifecycle management.
• Coordinate packaging data, product positioning, and content for commercialization.
• Facilitate cross-functional coordination around product changes and schedules.
• Maintain awareness of competitive products and industry trends with technical insights.
• Represent the brand at live events and media engagements as a technical face of the product line.
• Apply product knowledge of firearms, ammunition, and shooting sports to communicate value.

Skills

Strong communication

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Title: Product Management Specialist
Location: Clayton, MO
Salary: $72,000 - $89,000 and up depending on experience
Schedule: On-site, 10% Travel
Website: Winchester.com

Focus: This role provides critical support to the Product Management team by assisting in the execution of new product development processes, coordinating product changes, and managing technical data needed for packaging, sales, and marketing. The position partners closely with Sales, Manufacturing, and Marketing to help drive new product strategies, maintain competitive product insights, and support production scheduling. The role also includes hands‑on involvement in live‑fire demonstrations, shooting promotional events, and customer or media engagements. Ideal candidates will bring strong analytical and communication skills, familiarity with shooting and ammunition products, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Product Management Specialist Essential Functions

• Serve as the primary bridge between Marketing/Sales and Engineering/Manufacturing, ensuring smooth communication and alignment throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support the development of new products from concept through launch, including lifecycle management, specification gathering, data collection, and technical documentation.
• Partner with branding, creative, and marketing teams to deliver packaging data, product positioning, and content needed for successful commercialization.
• Facilitate cross‑functional coordination around product changes, manufacturing schedules, and internal processes to ensure timely execution.
• Maintain awareness of competitive products and industry trends, supporting the organization with relevant insights and technical understanding.
• Represent the brand at live‑fire demonstrations, media engagements, and promotional events, serving as a knowledgeable technical face of the product line.
• Apply strong product knowledge in firearms, ammunition, and shooting sports to clearly articulate product functionality, value, and performance.

Product Management Specialist Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree*; Engineering, Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience; exposure to manufacturing or product development preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of firearms, ammunition, and shooting sports, with the ability to confidently explain product functionality.
• Proficiency in Excel, including building formulas, and the ability to develop skills in data collection and product analysis.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including presenting to customers, media, and internal stakeholders.
• Creative problem-solving, attention to detail, and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel approximately 10%.

Location-Specific Requirements

• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.

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Rooted in our corporate values, Olin continues to be the global leader in both ammunition and chemical manufacturing. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities.

Olin fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are encouraged to join or lead our Olin People Networks. These voluntary groups connect employees across sites, divisions and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement.

View a Snapshot Of Our Comprehensive Benefits Package.

• Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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