Product Manager

IPG; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG is seeking a Product Manager to lead growth and strategic direction for an assigned product line. You will develop market-driven strategies, engage with customers, and drive revenue through innovative product initiatives.

The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Finance, and Operations, to forecast, price, and promote products. Travel up to 25-40% is expected to support customers and projects.

Qualifications

• University degree in marketing, business, engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years in product management, marketing, or sales.
• Technical knowledge of textile industry and polymer science is preferred.
• Ability to interact with senior executives.
• Strong written and verbal communication and data-driven decision making.
• Excellent organizational and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive financial performance, understand subgroup P&L and ensure targets are met.
• Plan and execute product launches, promotions, and campaigns to grow awareness and sales.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, needs, and opportunities within the territory.
• Collaborate with Operations to provide forecasts and optimize manufacturing and supply chain.
• Develop business cases for expansions, R&D projects, and capital expenditures.

Skills

Executive interaction

Time management

Negotiation

Data-driven insights

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

University degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join the IPG Team!
Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions—we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!

Position Description

Title: Product Manager
Department: Product Management
Immediate Supervisor: VP Product Management and Customer Experience
Status: Exempt
Position Purpose: Lead the growth and success of an assigned product line by developing market-driven strategies, identifying new opportunities, and advancing product innovation. Through strong collaboration and customer engagement, this role helps drive sustainable revenue growth and long-term market leadership.

Principal Accountabilities

• Drive financial performance, develop understanding and insights into subclass profit and loss statement, ensure efficient use of resources and adherence to financial targets.
• Contribute to product line strategy; plan and execute product launches, promotional activities, and marketing campaigns to drive product awareness and sales.
• Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics within the territory. Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including new markets, partnerships, and distribution channels.
• Work with Operations team to provide accurate sales forecasts, optimize manufacturing plan, supply chain, and capacity utilization.
• Develop business cases for product line expansion, R&D projects, and capital expenditures as needed.
• Develop and implement sales tools, training, and marketing plans to achieve revenue targets and expand market share within the subclass.
• Collaborate with Senior Product and Market Managers to create and implement best practices across product groups and subclasses.
• Along with Sales and Finance teams develop annual subclass budget by account and product family.
• Support strong relationships with key customers, ensuring satisfaction and fostering long-term loyalty. Support sales team by joining strategic sales calls for new product launches, quarterly business reviews, or other growth initiatives as needed.
• Gather and relay market feedback to product development teams to aid in product improvements and innovations. Monitor and analyze competitor activities and strategies to identify opportunities and threats in the market.
• Develop and maintain competitive pricing strategies and negotiate contracts with customers to maximize profitability.
• Facilitate new item set-up, pricing approvals, quoting, and other sales support as needed.
• Related tasks as assigned by supervisor
• Travel up to 25-40% for customer visits, trade shows, industry conferences, manufacturing plant support, etc.
  

Essential Skills And Experience

• University Degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or related discipline preferred.
• Minimum 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.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Data driven decision making with ability to translate analysis into business insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite.
  

Why Choose IPG?

At IPG, you will find more than just a job—you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.
Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.
With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish!
We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG.

You belong here. Join us today!