Remote Associate Product Manager – Portfolio Growth

Panduit; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible work options (remote)

Generous time off

401(k) match

Parental leave

Job summary

Panduit in Tinley Park, IL, is hiring an Associate Product Manager to partner with Product Managers and drive product strategy across a global portfolio. You will support lifecycle activities, perform portfolio analyses, and collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales, and Distribution to meet customer needs and grow profitability.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, cross-functional teamwork, and execution of strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in Product Management or a related business, engineering, or analytical role.
• Experience supporting products throughout the product lifecycle, including portfolio management, product launches, commercialization, or new product introduction activities.
• Experience analyzing product performance, profitability, pricing, forecasting, or market data to support business decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional environments and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in manufacturing, connectivity, networking, cabling, infrastructure, or related industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Product Strategy and Business Growth by partnering with Product Managers to execute portfolio strategies that drive revenue growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage Product Lifecycle Activities including product launches, portfolio optimization, product enhancements, and end-of-life planning.
• Analyze Portfolio Performance by evaluating sales, profitability, pricing, inventory, and market trends to identify opportunities and improve business results.
• Drive Portfolio Optimization by identifying SKU rationalization, product mix, and margin improvement opportunities that enhance portfolio performance and operational efficiency.
• Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, distributors, and contract manufacturing partners to execute product initiatives and support customer needs.
• Support Commercial Excellence through pricing, forecasting, distributor programs, inventory planning, and business analysis.
• Deliver Market and Customer Insights by evaluating customer feedback, industry trends, and competitive activity to support business decisions and identify growth opportunities.
• Support New Product Introductions by partnering with cross-functional teams to successfully launch and commercialize new products.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field

Job description

Panduit in Tinley Park, IL, is hiring an Associate Product Manager to partner with Product Managers and drive product strategy across a global portfolio. You will support lifecycle activities, perform portfolio analyses, and collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales, and Distribution to meet customer needs and grow profitability.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, cross-functional teamwork, and execution of strategic initiatives.