Job Description
Igloo Products Corp. is an iconic, fast-growing American brand known for its exceptional and durable coolers designed to meet everyday needs. For more than 75 years, Igloo has been a leader in the housewares industry and has evolved into a high-growth lifestyle brand, inspiring outdoor experiences centered around fun, family, and friends. Founded in 1947 as a metalworking shop that brought fresh cold water to Texas workers in the field, and later inventing the Playmate, Igloo has grown into America's most recognizable brand of ice chests. The Igloo story spans more than 75 years of delivering coolness to the world. Today, Igloo has over 90% brand awareness, is #1 in market share in the U.S., and is a pioneer in sustainability within its category through the launch of biodegradable coolers and products made with post-consumer recycled resin and other sustainable materials. Igloo also has a growing direct-to-consumer (DTC) business, allowing us to build direct relationships with our consumers. In 2021, Igloo was acquired by Dometic Brands, creating the opportunity to globally grow both brands together. Built on a legacy of quality and innovation, we are seeking a Senior Product Manager to join our team and support our continued growth. This role is responsible for driving the growth and profitability of the hard side cooler category through end-to-end product lifecycle management. This role owns category strategy, product roadmap development, commercialization, and in-market performance, partnering cross-functionally to deliver innovative products that meet consumer needs and business objectives.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Category Strategy & Business Performance Develop and execute category growth strategies, including new product initiatives, line extensions, and portfolio optimization. Support annual operating plans and long-range strategic planning, including volume, revenue, margin, and financial forecasts. Monitor and analyze market trends, consumer insights, POS data, and competitive activity to identify growth opportunities and business risks. Track category and product performance metrics, providing recommendations to improve profitability and drive sustainable growth. Support budgeting, forecasting, and inventory planning processes. Product Management & Commercialization Own the product lifecycle from concept through launch and post-launch evaluation. Develop and maintain a multi-year product roadmap aligned with category strategy and business objectives. Lead product launch execution, ensuring delivery against timelines, cost targets, margin goals, and quality standards. Manage existing product lines, including SKU rationalization, product updates, and end-of-life planning. Partner with Product Development, Supply Chain, Sales, and Marketing to bring new products and line extensions to market successfully. Communicate project status, business performance, and strategic recommendations to stakeholders across the organization. Consumer & Market Insights Lead consumer, market, and competitive research to identify unmet needs and inform product decisions. Translate consumer insights into product requirements, positioning, and innovation opportunities. Collaborate with Marketing on packaging, branding, product claims, and go-to-market strategies. Cross-Functional Leadership Influence and align cross-functional teams to achieve category objectives and annual business targets. Drive continuous improvement in planning, decision-making, and commercialization processes. Provide product expertise, training, and support to Sales, Marketing, and key internal stakeholders. What do we offer? Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Short term & Long-term disability Accidental death insurance Supplemental life insurance Company paid holidays Flexible Spending Accounts Minimum Requirements and Qualifications A suitable background would be a solid experience within the following qualifications and experiences: 7-10+ years of product management, category management, brand management, or product marketing experience. Experience owning a product portfolio and managing products through the full lifecycle—from consumer insights and concept development to launch and post-launch optimization. Demonstrated success developing product roadmaps, launching new products, and driving category growth. Strong analytical skills with experience using POS, syndicated market data, consumer research, and financial analysis to drive decisions. Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in consumer products or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with hard side cooler brands/categories Knowledge of hard side cooler construction, manufacturing processes To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics: Commercial & Financial Acumen:
Strong understanding of category management, retail math, pricing strategy, margin optimization, forecasting, and P&L management. Proven ability to make data-driven decisions that drive revenue and profitability. Strategic Thinking & Business Planning:
Ability to develop long-term growth strategies, translate market opportunities into actionable plans, and balance short-term business needs with long-term objectives. Consumer & Market Insight:
Skilled at leveraging consumer research, market trends, competitive intelligence, and performance data to identify opportunities and inform product decisions. Product Lifecycle Management:
Experience managing products from concept through commercialization and post-launch optimization, including roadmap development, portfolio management, and SKU rationalization. Cross-Functional Leadership & Influence:
Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams across Product Development, Marketing, Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and external partners to achieve business objectives. Communication & Executive Presence:
Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills:
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize complex data, evaluate tradeoffs, and make sound business recommendations. Execution & Results Orientation:
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver against aggressive timelines, and achieve financial and operational goals in a fast-paced environment. Adaptability & Ownership:
Highly self-motivated, resilient, and comfortable navigating ambiguity while maintaining accountability for outcomes. Collaboration & Integrity:
Builds strong relationships, fosters teamwork, and demonstrates the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and alignment with company values. And of course - our Core Values To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values - Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk ; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things. Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application. Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us! Igloo offers equal opportunities for everyone. Equal opportunities mean that all employees shall be treated according to their abilities and qualifications in every employment decision, including but not limited to hiring, advancement, compensation benefits, training, lay-offs and termination. Any form of discrimination or harassment against employees due to personal factors, such as gender, ethnicity, skin color, age, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability and pregnancy or employees with family responsibilities is prohibited. All applicants must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Igloo supports and respects the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights. We do not tolerate child labor or any form of modern slavery, including forced, bonded or compulsory labor, physical or psychological punishment or human trafficking. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
