Associate Product Manager - Architectural Coatings

Job Title: Associate Product Manager – Architectural Coatings

Location: Vernon Hills, IL

Department: Product

Reports To: Senior Product Manager

Direct Reports/Manages others: No

Hybrid Schedule: Our hybrid work environment includes two (2) remote days/week.

Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry. We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints and finishes, durable industrial, roof repair and flooring coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.

Responsibilities:

Support product development from ideation to launch, using market insights and Stage-Gate processes

Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform product strategy

Collaborate with Creative and Marketing teams to execute product positioning and go-to-market plans

Manage assigned product lines, identifying opportunities for growth, optimization, and innovation

Analyze category performance and make data-driven recommendations to improve profitability and share

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field

4+ years of relevant marketing or product management experience

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Self-starter with a strategic mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive initiatives forward

Experience in coatings, building materials, or adjacent industries a plus

Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000 (Bonus Eligible)

From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave.

We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment and offer a company match. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Rust-Oleum offers 9 paid holidays and two floating holidays per year. You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.

Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.