Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Emily Klopfenstein
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Salary: $75,000 - $105,000 per year

A bit about us:

Rooted in nearly a century of excellence, this organization thrives on a foundation of innovation, integrity, and quality in the specialty chemicals sector. Family-owned and globally connected, it supports a collaborative culture where scientific rigor and continuous improvement define success. From cutting-edge lab work to global distribution, every team member plays a vital role in pushing boundaries and delivering solutions that matter.

Why join us?

• Base Salary + bonus + 401K match + profit sharing
• Work with a supportive leadership team in a stable, privately held organization
• Drive change and innovation across chemical manufacturing and packaging lines

Job Details

This role combines theoretical knowledge with practical application to support a field focused on evaluating water cleanliness—whether it's source water or potable water in municipal distribution systems. A strong understanding of UV-VIS spectroscopy is essential, and hands-on experience with spectroscopy measurement is a plus. The Product Manager will oversee a portfolio of turbidity standards and spectrophotometer reference materials, provide technical support, and collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and operations to meet strategic goals.

Responsibilities:
Product Portfolio Management:

• Develop pricing strategies based on competitive offerings and specifications
• Create and update product specifications
• Lead development of new products and SKUs
• Manage lifecycle of products within the portfolio—additions and eliminations
• Monitor sales results and adjust strategies to meet financial objectives
• Conduct market and competitor analyses to align with customer needs and internal capabilities
• Build and execute annual marketing plans in coordination with the marketing team
• Set and manage sales budget targets in alignment with broader divisional goals
• Foster and manage key customer relationships, including site visits as needed
• Define pricing and margin strategies; support sales teams in competitive scenarios
• Assist in the evaluation of new products, capital projects, and potential acquisitions
• Identify new markets and sales opportunities
• Develop product training programs for internal teams and external partners
• Provide technical support to customers, dealers, and internal staff
• Represent the company at trade shows and technical events, including setup and preparation
• Contribute to the creation of marketing materials, webinars, and technical content
• Collaborate with lab and production teams to improve methodologies and ensure market readiness
• Support quality systems and follow ISO procedures, especially regarding change control

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Marketing (preferred)
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant industry experience (as a user or product specialist)
• Willingness to travel up to 20%

Required Skills:

• Experience with new product development and launches
• Background in industrial chemical environments
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Understanding of product marketing and/or sales strategies
• Ability to analyze data and make data-informed decisions

Preferred Skills:

• Background in Analytical Chemistry and related lab instrumentation
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Capability to learn and interpret data from analytical equipment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

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