Senior Product Manager - PPE

This is not a software, SaaS, platform, technical product management, or software development role. Candidates should have product management experience supporting physical products, preferably within manufacturing, industrial, safety, PPE, tools, equipment, or related product-driven organizations. Candidates must be located in the Elgin/Chicago area or in commutable distance. SureWerx is a leading manufacturer of innovative safety, tool and equipment products and solutions. Since 1957, we've been trusted to keep all who use our products safe in even the most challenging environments. Today, our growing family of world‑leading brands serves customers and partners across the U.S., Canada and Europe. At SureWerx, you'll have the opportunity to challenge yourself in a supportive, growth‑oriented culture of industry leaders. You’ll help chart our future as we continue to expand into new products, services and markets. And we’ll invest in your career development, enabling you to grow and succeed. We are currently seeking a strategic and innovative Senior Product Manager to join our team, driving the growth and development of our Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) safety product lines. The Senior Product Manager will be the subject matter expert and responsible for business and portfolio strategy, product lifecycle management, tracking changes in market share, team execution, and working with our Channel and Sales team to deliver on our annual and strategic plans. This position is based in our Elgin, IL US Headquarters and is a full‑time hybrid position. The candidate must be open to working at the office a minimum of three days per week and additional days as required. Key Responsibilities Lead product management for assigned PPE categories including product development, market research, supplier negotiations, and strategy formulation. Develop and execute product roadmaps aligned with company growth objectives. Own the Stage Gate New Product Development process from concept through commercialization. Present product strategies, innovation initiatives, and business cases to executive leadership. Manage multiple product development initiatives simultaneously while ensuring speed to market and profitability. Collaborate with suppliers on innovation, value engineering, cost optimization, and manufacturing readiness. Build and maintain strong relationships with overseas manufacturing partners, particularly throughout Asia. Serve as product expert, supporting customers, sales teams, and distributors. Serve as the product expert supporting customer meetings, sales team and distributors by participating in line reviews, product presentations, and industry trade shows. Partner with Sales and Marketing to develop product positioning, pricing strategies, and go‑to‑market plans. Serve as the voice of the customer throughout the product development process. Education and Competencies Bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 10+ years product management experience. MBA is a plus. Prior experience within one of our product lines. Safety, PPE or industrial focused products are desired. Experience working in a fast‑paced, innovative environment with a sense of urgency for delivering new products to market. Previous experience developing short- and long‑range strategic plans for both business and product. Experience in working for a manufacturing or product driven company. Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple product initiatives across regions. Exceptional communication and presentation skills. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, global partners, and key stakeholders. Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and skilled in research, data analysis, and strategic planning. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. This senior‑level role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Product Manager to leverage their expertise to make a significant impact by leading the growth of SureWerx’s safety products worldwide. If you are ready to take on this challenge and contribute to our mission of protecting workers everywhere, we encourage you to apply and join our team at SureWerx. SureWerx is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at SureWerx are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, Strategic, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. SureWerx will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Applicants must have valid authorization to work in the United States for any employer and must not require, now or in the future, visa sponsorship or visa transfer. #J-18808-Ljbffr SureWerx