Job Description

About Alton

ALTON Industry Ltd Group is one of the leading providers of consumer and commercial vacuums and air compressors, along with floor care and other programs globally. Employing over 1,500 people with operations in Asia, Europe, and North America, we develop and manufacture high-performance products for multiple markets. Our products can be found in every major retailer throughout the world. We build for some of the best private brands in the industry, including licensed programs, and the company has experienced significant growth. We are searching for talented individuals to join the team based in our West Chicago, IL office.

Position Summary

The Product Manager will play a key role in coordinating product activities across the organization. This role includes managing stage-gate tracking, ensuring product information and specifications are accurate, and working with both domestic sales teams and international product management to support successful product launches. It is a hands-on position that requires close collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Manufacturing, customers, and license partners.

Responsibilities

• Product Management & Development
• Track and manage the stage-gate process from concept through launch.
• Partner with international product teams to define and document product requirements.
• Ensure product information, specifications, packaging, and requirements are accurate and consistently met.
• Sales & Customer Support
• Work with domestic and international sales teams to address product development needs and customer requests.
• Capture customer feedback and translate into actionable product requirements.
• Support onboarding of new products by coordinating data, manuals, packaging, and compliance deliverables.
• Market & Project Management
• Conduct competitive benchmarking and track industry trends.
• Provide quarterly market updates, including competitor analysis and new product insights.
• Maintain product roadmaps and communicate updates on timelines and milestones.
• Cross-Functional Execution
• Coordinate with design, engineering, operations, customers, and license partners to ensure feasibility, cost targets, and timely launches.
• Proof and review manuals, packaging, and marketing content for accuracy.
• Support trade shows, product demonstrations, and training sessions for internal and external stakeholders.
• Travel
• Some domestic and international travel required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in product management, product development, project management or related field, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience in tool, hardware and/or consumer products highly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple projects and timelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with international teams and manufacturers preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

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