Product & Program Manager- Consumer Packaged Goods

The Hillman Group, Inc.•Atlanta, GA

59d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product & Program Manager- Consumer Packaged Goods is responsible for aligning customer and Hillman brand/product strategies. This individual will create and present compelling category and product propositions that drive profitable growth and market share for both Hillman and our customers. This role serves as a crucial link between our products, market needs, and customer success. This individual works within Hillman's Protective Solutions Division, focusing on work gear category including tool belts, tool storage, work wear, and knee pads. Experience in construction trades or the hardware industry is a plus.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in marketing, business management, or a related field
3-5 years' experience in a related field
CPG product experience required
Strong presentation skills and professional customer presence
Category/industry expertise
Command of market topics and trends
Ability to establish strategies founded on and supported by insights
Fact-based decision making approach
Strong collaboration skills - both internal and external
Detail-oriented mindset, particularly for item setup
Creative thinking and storytelling strength
Strong logical reasoning - ability to assess/vet various scenarios
"Big Picture" strategic thinking
Strong business acumen
Ability to work quickly while maintaining thoroughness
Cross-customer coordination expertise

Nice To Haves

Experience in construction trades or the hardware industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

Work with channel teams to optimize customer programs
Lead product lifecycle management, maintain portfolio health, and execute item rationalization
Manage end-of-life item processes, including liquidation lists
Drive value engineering initiatives to make existing items more profitable
Serve as coordination point with sourcing on PV RFQs and item anomalies
Address internal (sales, field, CE) and external product-related questions
Monitor and analyze competitive intelligence/activity by category
Assist in development of universal selling aids
Execute brand strategy and "Swim Lane" management
Provide promotional item support (while channel handles placement/display)
Transform customer insights into POS-driving actions - customer mix/refresh
Collaborate with Channel teams to ensure pricing consistency
Lead adaptation of existing products (packaging, quantity, artwork)
Coordinate graphic design support for new opportunities
Facilitate product design support for new opportunities
Apply financial acumen to develop effective pricing strategies
Tactically execute plans and programs
Demonstrate self-motivation and strong coordination skills