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About the Role

The Product Manager is responsible for the strategic development, regulatory compliance, and lifecycle management of the company's First Aid and Emergency Eyewash product portfolio across the United States and Canada. This role leads category strategy, identifies market opportunities, drives product innovation, and ensures alignment with applicable regulatory requirements, including FDA standards. The Product Manager collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality safety solutions that meet customer and market needs.

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, ANSI/ISEA Z358.1, FDA OTC requirements, and Health Canada regulations.
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.
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.

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.
Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

Skills

Product Management
Regulatory Compliance
FDA Standards
First Aid
Emergency Eyewash
Category Strategy
Product Innovation
Cross-functional Collaboration
Sales
Marketing
Operations
Quality Assurance
Regulatory Affairs
Supply Chain Management
Market Analysis
New Product Development
Lifecycle Management
Go-to-Market Strategy
Supplier Management
Inventory Management
Data Analysis
Reporting
Financial Analysis
Analytical Skills
Communication Skills
Presentation Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
PLM Systems
ERP Systems
Project Management

Location

United States
Canada

Work Type

Up to 25% travel within the U.S. and Canada

Experience Level

3+ years of Product Management experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field