Product Manager-1464

Job Responsibilities

• Define and execute strategic plans for First Aid and Eyewash categories, incorporating customer insights, regulatory requirements, competitive intelligence, and market trends to drive profitable growth across North America.
• Lead development of new first aid kits, emergency eyewash stations, refill systems, and related safety solutions.
• Partner with suppliers, engineering, and regulatory teams to translate market needs into compliant, manufacturable products.
• Ensure all products meet applicable U.S. and Canadian standards, including: ANSI/ISEA Z308.1 (First Aid), ANSI/ISEA Z358.1 (Eyewash), FDA OTC requirements for first aid components (e.g., antiseptics, medications, medical devices), and Health Canada regulations for first aid and emergency response products.
• Coordinate testing, documentation, labeling, and certification activities. Maintain awareness of regulatory changes and proactively adjust product strategy.
• Own the full lifecycle of assigned products—from concept through end-of-life—ensuring timely execution of development, sourcing, commercialization, and rationalization initiatives.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing to develop go-to-market strategies, promotional campaigns, training materials, and product messaging tailored to industrial distributors, safety managers, and end-users.
• Collaborate with global sourcing teams and suppliers to ensure product quality, cost competitiveness, and reliable availability.
• Manage excess/obsolete inventory and drive SKU optimization.
• Analyze sales trends, margin performance, inventory levels, and market data to guide forecasting, pricing decisions, and category strategy.
• Serve as the internal advocate for First Aid & Eyewash, aligning Sales, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain around shared business goals and product initiatives.
• Support Voice of Customer (VoC) programs, attend industry trade shows, conduct field visits, and partner with distributor sales teams to gather market feedback and strengthen product adoption.

Core Skills & Competency Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of Product Management experience, ideally within first aid, emergency response, industrial safety, or PPE categories.
• Experience with FDA OTC compliance, medical device classification, or first aid regulatory requirements strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with ANSI/ISEA Z308.1, ANSI/ISEA Z358.1, Health Canada regulations, or comparable compliance frameworks.
• Strong financial and analytical skills with the ability to drive category profitability and long-term growth.
• Proven ability to collaborate across Sales, Marketing, Operations, Engineering, and Quality.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with comfort engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with PLM or ERP systems (e.g., SAP) preferred.
• Able to manage multiple projects, work independently, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.