Associate Ecommerce Product Manager

Associate Ecommerce Product Manager Uniek, Inc - 3.2 Waunakee, WI Job Details Full-time 9 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Vision insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Teamwork Microsoft Excel E-commerce Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Organizational skills Full Job Description We are in search of an Associate Ecommerce Product Manager to join our Dotcom team. Uniek Inc., in business for over 30 years, is a premier designer, manufacturer, and supplier of home decor accents in North America. We strive to inspire philanthropy in our employees through innovative community initiatives and quality services, all while delivering excellent products, value, and care to our customers. As part of the Uniek Inc. family, our Kate & Laurel ecommerce brand (kateandlaurel.com) offers a wide assortment of home décor products, blending trend-forward design with timeless styles at accessible price points. Our team is passionate about creating a simple, enjoyable online shopping experience and bringing thoughtful design into everyday homes.

Purpose and Objectives:

The Associate Product Manager supports the growth and success of Uniek, Inc. and the Kate & Laurel ecommerce business by contributing to defined product categories and/or geographic sourcing regions across the full product lifecycle, from concept through discontinuation. This role supports product development execution, timelines, documentation, and cross-functional communication with internal teams and international partners to ensure alignment with business objectives. The position operates with increasing ownership and accountability within assigned areas while working closely under the direction of the Director of Product Management to ensure alignment, prioritization, and execution. A successful candidate brings hands-on product experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a detail-oriented, self-motivated approach. They thrive in a fast-paced environment and build effective, collaborative relationships across all departments. In partnership with the E-commerce team, this role supports successful product launches. Key Responsibilities Product Development & Assortment Planning

• Coordinate new product development setup through PLM item creation, specifications, and quote requests, supporting sample-related activities as needed.
• Maintain item groups and specification updates within PLM for new product development.
• Support communication with factory partners by relaying product construction, specification, and quote-related questions, escalating to the Director of Product Management as needed.
• Maintain the New Product Development Tracker to support alignment across internal teams and factory partners on timelines, priorities, and key milestones.
• Conduct market research and competitive product analysis to support product development, assortment strategy, and line extension opportunities.
• Review supplier quotes and analyze costs against existing items to identify opportunities aligned with margin and pricing targets.
• Prepare P&L inputs for new item development in alignment with the Director of Product Management's direction.
• Partner with Design to validate sample accuracy against approved design intent, including measurements, aesthetics, function, and construction, and support sample feedback coordination as needed. Product Line Review & Assortment Decisions
• Contribute to the preparation of product line review presentations through market research, competitive analysis, and sales and pricing insights to support assortment decisions.
• Present new product proposals and supporting financials to leadership for catalog inclusion and approval.
• Maintain documentation and meeting notes during product line review meetings. Product Commercialization & Launch Execution
• Participate in post line review meetings with Product Development, Design, and Engineering to align on approved items and next steps.
• Collaborate with Design and Engineering to ensure product renderings, engineering drawings, and specifications in PLM reflect approved product decisions.
• Coordinate with factory partners on pricing and specification updates following line review and issue updated quotes as needed.
• Review and support finalization of product costing and P&L inputs for approved items in alignment with the Director of Product Management's direction.
• Execute commercialization in PLM for approved items, including item setup, specification updates, and validation of product data and costing to support production release and downstream purchase order processing.
• Partner with Product Development during late-stage development by reviewing pre-production samples with Design and supporting product and cost adjustments to ensure alignment with approved specifications and product intent.
• Participate in monthly content hand-off meetings with Design, Photography, and Content teams to communicate product specifications, features, and customer benefits that support marketing execution.
• Manage the monthly product launch review process for assigned items, including validation of product data, imagery, and written content in Salsify; final pricing review under the Director of Product Management's direction; and coordination of content revisions with Photography and Content teams to ensure accurate and timely launches. Product Performance & Lifecycle Insights
• Analyze post-launch product performance to identify trends and support lifecycle decisions, including product extensions, discontinuations, and assortment optimization.
• Identify opportunities to improve ecommerce product listings, content, and digital presentation to enhance visibility, engagement, and conversion.

Key Responsibilities and Outcomes Maintain accuracy and integrity of product data, specifications, content, and imagery across PLM and Salsify for assigned product categories to support successful launches and business decisions. Execute product development and commercialization milestones to support on-schedule product launches. Coordinate cross-functional execution across Product Development, Design, Engineering, Content/Photography, and factory partners to ensure alignment on development goals, timelines, and deliverables to support on-time product launches. Support pricing, costing, and margin targets through analysis of supplier quotes and product comparisons. Execute assigned product category activities across the product lifecycle under the Director of Product Management's direction, including in-market SKU management, to support product performance and successful launches.

Qualifications and Skills Success Profile:

Successful candidates are detail-oriented, highly organized, and motivated by product development, ecommerce, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Merchandising, or Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies, with interest in Product Development, Ecommerce, or Marketing. 1-3 years of related experience in product development, merchandising, e-commerce, or a consumer goods environment preferred. Experience in retail, home décor, or ecommerce is a plus.

Detail-Oriented :

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage large amounts of information while maintaining a critical eye for product quality, design, and accuracy. Able to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Analytical:

Interprets sales data and market insights to identify trends, evaluate performance, and support product and business recommendations.

Communication & Collaboration:

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams. Demonstrates a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Adaptability:

Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, and evolving environment with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.

Problem Solving & Creativity:

Approaches challenges with curiosity, creativity, and a solution-oriented mindset.

Technical Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); ability to learn and work within systems such as Centric (PLM) and Salsify (PXM) platforms. Full-time employees are eligible for an excellent benefits package to include: paid vacation; paid sick time; holiday pay, ICHRA health insurance, dental and vision insurance; paid Short Term Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D insurance; Flexible Spending Account (medical & dependent); supplemental life and AD&D; Long Term Disability and 401K.

• Relocation assistance is not offered.

Please note this is not a remote position.

Job Type:

Full-time Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Waunakee, WI 53597