Senior PM, Small Project Paints — Innovation & Growth

Guardian Protection Products; Vernon Hills (IL); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Rust-Oleum Corporation is seeking a Senior Product Manager for the Small Project Paints segment in Vernon Hills, IL. This role drives innovation, growth, and brand activation, shaping category strategy and launching products for DIYers and professionals alike.

You will mentor a high-performing product team and collaborate across functions to bring bold ideas to life, with a hybrid schedule offering two remote days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; MBA a plus.
• 8+ years of relevant Product Development or Brand experience (consumer packaged goods preferred).
• Strong new product development experience and understanding of product commercialization processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term product strategy plans and roadmaps.
• Lead ideation and development of breakthrough products and enhancements.
• Identify opportunities to expand market share and drive revenue.
• Partner with marketing to bring the brand to life through content and campaigns.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, sales, operations, and customer insights to ensure execution.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Brand management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

MBA

Job description

Rust-Oleum Corporation is seeking a Senior Product Manager for the Small Project Paints segment in Vernon Hills, IL. This role drives innovation, growth, and brand activation, shaping category strategy and launching products for DIYers and professionals alike.

You will mentor a high-performing product team and collaborate across functions to bring bold ideas to life, with a hybrid schedule offering two remote days per week.