Job Title: Associate Product Manager
Reports to: Director, Product Management
Location: Remote (OKC/Midwest)
Travel: up to 20%
About the Role:
The Associate Product Manager supports core product management functions while independently managing select new product development (NPD) initiatives. This role contributes to the full product lifecycle—from market research and product planning to commercialization—while collaborating closely with Product Management, Sales, Marketing, and Operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support product management activities across the entire product lifecycle, including product planning, development, launch, and ongoing performance analysis.
- Independently manage select new product development (NPD) projects, including project timelines, product specifications, and cross-functional coordination.
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and product positioning strategies.
- Assist with market introduction activities such as launch planning, sales enablement materials, and customer presentations.
- Develop and maintain product documentation, including specifications, pricing information, and product positioning.
- Support financial and business analysis including forecasting, pricing strategy, margin analysis, and SKU portfolio analysis/rationalization.
- Collaborate with the Product Manager to maintain competitive intelligence, market research data, and key product documentation.
- Assist with tradeshow preparation and support product-related marketing and sales initiatives.
- Respond promptly to inquiries from sales management, sales representatives, customer service, and key customers, typically within a 24-hour timeframe.
- Contribute to monthly product line reporting, including sales performance, forecast accuracy, margin analysis, and product activity summaries.
- Track and report project outcomes, including products successfully launched, cancelled, or in development.
- Maintain an organized and safe work environment and comply with company policies and safety guidelines.
- Participate in training and professional development opportunities to support continuous learning and career growth.
Education and Experience:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- 1–2 years of related experience in product management, marketing, business analysis, or a similar role.
Preferred
- Experience in healthcare environments such as foodservice, nutrition services, patient services, clinical operations, or healthcare administration.
- Experience supporting product management initiatives or developing marketing and product content.
About CFS Brands:
Headquarters located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, CFS BRANDS is a market-leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of commercial foodservice, healthcare, and industrial hygiene products.
CFS Brands is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.
This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 to confirm work authorization.
