Associate Product Manager

Overview

Company Overview

At Benjamin Moore, our success is attributable to the employees who dedicate their time and talents to the brand and exemplify our core values of openness, integrity, community, excellence, and safety. Benjamin Moore employees enjoy a competitive and well-rounded benefits package, career development options, business resource groups, and opportunities to come together and connect with colleagues. We facilitate growth, development, and purpose for all through an inclusive and engaging workplace. 

Join us and be part of a brand that inspires creativity, innovation, and passion while supporting locally owned stores in 65 countries.

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Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

· Supports the Product Manager in portfolio management through successful product launches in order to ultimately drive long-term sales growth, increase market share, and support our independent channel

· Oversee the product formulation process with R&D team to ensure business goals are met

· Leads product launch efforts, which may include product testing, market test and national launch plans, sales projections, SKU set up, developing product messaging, drafting creative briefs and support materials

· Oversee product content developed throughout the organization to ensure consistent messaging and positioning

· Oversee label creation and modification projects

· Responsible for sales and retailer communications associated with your portfolio including announcements of new products, product improvements and advancements, new marketing materials, website changes and any other updates

· Develop and analyze sales reports and trends.

· Continuously assess market trends and the competitive landscape

· Work with Market Research team to gather the necessary information to inform product strategy

Qualifications

Required Knowledge & Desired Skills

· 3-5 years of product management, marketing or sales experience

· Bachelor’s Degree

· Commitment to a customer-first approach

· Technical and paint application knowledge a plus

· Detail oriented with strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining excellence in execution, and delivering projects on time

· Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting both within the marketing function, within the company, and with external agencies and customers

· Thrives in a collaborative team environment while managing projects to a timeline

· Must be able to demonstrate strong written, presentation and oral communication skills across various levels of the business

· Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate analytics into actionable recommendations and results

· Ability to regularly travel to our R&D facility in Flanders, New Jersey.

· Ability to travel, as needed, to visit retailers, and end users throughout North America. Travel is approximately 20%.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Word