Product Manager, Consumer Label Solutions

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We are looking for a Product Manager, Consumer Label Solutions to join our team in Mills River, NC.

Greetings from your future manager

I am excited to be looking for a new member of our team. We are seeking an experienced Product Manager for Consumer Labels Group. In this position, you will manage and drive the product life cycle, from ideation to commercialization, as well as optimization of your product line. You will collaborate with a cross functional team to implement portfolio strategies and ensure long-term financial health of your segment. Consider this opportunity if you are enthusiastic about working collaboratively with different departments and value the experience of an international workplace. Are you ready to join our Team? - Agata Kowalska, Director Consumer Labels

What you will do

• Define products and services to be offered in the area of responsibility

• Follow developed products through customer and end-user trials

• Interact with all parts of manufacturing, supply chain, sales, technical support, and our Regional Organization

• Gather and analyze information to understand the market demand for the product responsibility area, this includes close contact and collaboration with Sales and Business Development

• Have the ownership of product inquiries, and be involved in Sales Force projects, trial coordination, sample management, range and offer development, product line rationalization, and marketing communication coordination

• Conduct pricing research and analysis to ensure competitive product pricing

• Evaluate target market information to identify and recommend effective marketing approaches

• Compose, develop, evaluate, and conduct appropriate training for others within the company

• Collaborate, participate in, and support product representation to customers

Who you are

• You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

• You have a thorough understanding of marketing strategies and practices

• You are experienced in creating value propositions

• You possess project management skills

• You have proven influencing and leadership skills

• You have a methodological way of working, as well as time management skills

• You exhibit UPM values: achieve together, renew with courage, trust and be trusted 

• Experience in packaging is beneficial

This is what we offer to you

• A meaningful job – We have an inspiring purpose ‘We create a future beyond fossils. Our work is impactful and transformative.

• A caring community – Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.

• Development opportunities – We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career.  We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.

• Responsible employer - Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas from climate change to biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

• Comprehensive benefit package: UPM’s benefit package includes medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) retirement plan.  

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Additional information

Location: Mills River, NC  

Are you interested? Please apply via the link above and attach your CV and cover letter by March 6, 2025.  

Please note that we are going through the applications already during the application period, and you may be contacted already before the application deadline.

If you have any technical issues with submitting your application, please contact our HR Service Center at [email protected] or +13313309340.

Only candidates authorized to work within the United States without sponsorship will be considered.  

This Job Description is intended to be a guide and is not intended to be a contract of employment, explicit or implicit. All contents are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company.  

UPM North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

UPM Raflatac offers high-quality self-adhesive paper and film products including label materials, graphics solutions and removable self-adhesive products. We operate 12 factories and deliver our innovative and sustainable products through our global network of distribution terminals. We are one of UPM’s growth businesses and employ around 3,100 people. Our sales reached almost EUR 1,5 billion (USD 1,6 billion) in 2023. Find out how we are labeling a smarter future beyond fossils at  www.upmraflatac.com

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