Product Manager

Demco, Inc. • Madison, WI

33d • Hybrid

About The Position

Help shape the future of learning environments for libraries and schools.
At Demco, Inc., we believe libraries and schools are among the most important spaces in a community. They are where curiosity begins, creativity grows, and lifelong learning takes shape. For more than a century, we’ve partnered with educators and librarians to design innovative learning environments that empower students, support educators, and strengthen communities.
We’re looking for a Product Manager who is passionate about turning ideas into products that truly serve these spaces. In this role, you’ll guide the development of furniture, tools, and solutions that help libraries and schools evolve into flexible, inspiring environments for modern learners.
If you love bringing products from concept to launch and want your work to directly support education and literacy, this is a role where your impact will be seen in classrooms and libraries across the country.
Location: Hybrid – based in the Dane County, Wisconsin area (Madison/DeForest), with at least one day per week onsite.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in product management, category management, or new product development.
• Demonstrated experience leading products from concept through launch.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Comfort making thoughtful decisions in fast-moving or ambiguous situations.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, marketing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Drive Product Innovation
• Translate customer needs from librarians and educators into clear product concepts and requirements.
• Build and maintain a product development roadmap aligned with category strategy.
• Lead Products from Idea to Launch
• Develop product briefs, requirements, and business cases.
• Guide products through design, development, sourcing, and launch.
• Partner with engineering, design, sourcing, and operations teams to bring ideas to life.
• Manage and Improve Product Lines
• Own day-to-day management of assigned product lines.
• Analyze sales, customer insights, and market trends to identify opportunities for growth.
• Evaluate performance and make data-driven decisions on enhancements, extensions, and product lifecycle planning.
• Collaborate Across the Business
• Serve as the primary point of contact for product decisions and product knowledge.
• Support marketing and sales teams with training, launch materials, and product expertise.
• Review prototypes, samples, and production runs to ensure quality and usability.

Benefits

• Your work directly supports libraries and schools across the country.
• Help create innovative, flexible learning environments for students and communities.
• Collaborate with passionate people who believe in the power of education and literacy.
• Be part of a company that blends mission, creativity, and product innovation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level