Product Manager, Flexible Packaging

The Cary Company•Addison, IL

3d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are expanding into flexible packaging and need a Product Manager to lead operational execution, manage product lifecycle, and support marketing and sales teams. This role is critical to ensuring smooth supplier coordination, accurate inventory planning, and compelling product positioning. About The Cary Company Been around since 1895. Grown from 30 employees in 2005 to 60 in 2010 and now over 240. Locations in Addison, IL (Headquarters), Indianapolis, IN (2018), Pittsburgh, PA (2019), Salt Lake City, UT (2021), Jurupa Valley, CA (2021), Livermore, CA (2021), Charlotte, NC (2023). We distribute rigid packaging products and industrial filtration. We have a beautiful recently renovated corporate office/warehouse in Addison. We have a strengths-based approach working to leverage what the employee likes to do and is good at doing. Privately owned We work to build autonomy, connectedness and confidence in your role Employees get 2-4 structured one-to-one meetings with their supervisor per year (replaces traditional performance review with a 2-way discussion) Mentorship and guidance from experienced leaders We have various committees employees can join (Culture Committee and Cary Cares) Fun Friday’s, Weekly Yoga, and other company events are some highlights (check out our Facebook page) Core Values: Growth, Positivity, Customer Driven, Spirited Work Ethic, In This Together People that are successful in our culture/company have the following characteristics: Positive/optimistic Open Minded, but still look for ways to make our systems better Curious/Inquisitive Customer-Focused (ease of doing business for our customers) Supportive of Co-workers The Cary Company prides itself on its fun, upbeat culture, providing a comfortable work/life balance and a supportive team environment. Enjoy working at an steady pace, and with knowledgeable co-workers who together create a customer-centric and professional team.

Requirements

3–5 years in product management, marketing, supply chain, or operations within flexible packaging, packaging materials, or a closely related industry
Experience should include exposure to converting processes, vendor negotiations, and understanding of packaging specifications and compliance standards
Strong understanding of flexible packaging materials and specifications
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Ability to collaborate across sales, marketing, and operations teams
Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office ; experience with CRM preferred

Responsibilities

Product Strategy & Lifecycle Define and maintain the flexible packaging product portfolio.
Monitor market trends and customer feedback to recommend product enhancements.
Operations & Supply Chain Coordinate with suppliers to ensure lead times, MOQs, and quality standards.
Manage inventory planning and stocking strategies in collaboration with operations.
Marketing Support Work with marketing to develop product collateral, digital content, and campaign messaging.
Ensure product data accuracy for websites, catalogs, and promotional materials.
Sales Enablement Provide technical product knowledge and training to the sales team.
Assist in pricing strategy and margin analysis for new and existing SKUs.
Analytics & Reporting Track product performance metrics including sales, margin, and inventory turns.
Prepare monthly reports and insights for leadership.