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ZEISS

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Milwaukee, WI · On-site

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Ferndale, WA · On-site +1

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Glenview, IL · On-site

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Pleasant Prairie, WI · On-site

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Oxford, CT · On-site

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Princeton, NJ · On-site

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Waukegan, IL · On-site

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Pleasant Prairie, WI · On-site

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Kenosha, WI · On-site

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Waukegan, IL · On-site

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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate product manager in the United States is $30.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $37.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Is an Associate Product Manager?

You can find associate product manager jobs in nearly every industry. Associate product managers help with the development and marketing of products in collaboration with senior product managers. As an associate product manager, your job duties are to conduct market research, generate product plans, and check for product issues. You need excellent teamwork and communication skills to succeed in a career as an associate product manager. Other qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, management, or a related field and previous experience in your industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Associate Product Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Product Manager, you need a solid understanding of product development, market research, and data analysis, often supported by a degree in business, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Jira, Trello, SQL, and analytics platforms—as well as Agile methodologies—is typically expected. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and cross-functional collaboration skills help you stand out in this role. These competencies are crucial for successfully guiding product features from conception to launch and ensuring alignment with customer needs and business objectives.

How does an Associate Product Manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a product launch?

As an Associate Product Manager (APM), you'll work closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams, especially during product launches. Your role often involves gathering requirements, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring everyone is informed about timelines and deliverables. You may facilitate meetings, clarify the product vision, and help resolve any blockers that arise. This collaborative environment helps you develop strong communication and problem-solving skills while providing exposure to multiple facets of the product development process.

What is the difference between Associate Product Manager vs Product Manager?

AspectAssociate Product ManagerProduct Manager
ResponsibilitiesSupports product development, conducts research, assists in feature prioritizationOwns product lifecycle, defines strategy, makes key decisions
Experience & CredentialsEntry-level or 1-2 years experience, often a bachelor's degree3+ years experience, strong understanding of product management principles
Work EnvironmentCollaborative, closely supervised, learning-focusedLeadership role, strategic planning, cross-functional coordination

The main difference is that Associate Product Managers are typically entry-level team members supporting product initiatives, while Product Managers take ownership of the product strategy and decision-making. The Associate role is ideal for gaining experience, whereas the Product Manager role involves leading product development and setting vision.

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Associate Product Manager

Associate Product Manager

ZEISS

Blackwood, NJ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

ZEISS rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

96th of 416 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

How many companies can say they've been in business for over 177 years?
Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!
What's the role?
The Associate Product Manager has oversight and responsibility to implement the strategic plan and guide the product direction throughout the product lifecycle for their assigned product portfolio with the U.S. Defines and implements a 12-18-month product strategy that provides long-term profitable revenue growth; successful definition and set up of new products that meet the needs of the target customer, labs, and channel partners in a timely/profitable manner; manage the current year operational plans; partner with other functions to achieve desired results. In addition, the Associate, Product Manager holds overall responsibility for the Go-to-Market strategy and implementation of designated products.
Sound Interesting? Here's what you'll do:
  • Gather and analyze market information and identify market opportunities
  • Introduce new products and forecast associated revenue.
  • Oversee day-to-day product management activities. Define necessary associated measures (initiation of product developments, planning the support of product launches, go-to-market measures)
  • Monitor the sales and turnover development of the assigned product segments
  • Manage product discontinuation roadmap
  • Develop positioning messaging
  • Business/category needs assessment and recommended solutions
  • Oversee pricing strategy based on market demand and competitive environment
  • Interface with the Global product team
  • Oversee and contribute to the production of technical B2B and B2C collateral and materials
  • Develop financial business cases for all new products including corporate approvals
  • Provide project Leadership for cross-functional initiatives
  • Develop and execute annual product promotional calendar, working closely with the Marketing, Sales, and IT teams.
  • Complete all relevant documentation and get approvals from direct manager and any required leadership team members. Documentation includes but is not limited to: the Program Data Sheet, Creative Briefs, messaging documents, sell-in/training presentations, and customer-facing materials.
  • Collaborate with marketing and sales to generate ideas for campaigns.
  • Experience working with Microsoft suite of products and other mainstream productivity apps (TEAMS, MIRO, ZOOM, SalesForce,...)
  • Create compelling and clear PowerPoint presentations and business cases.
  • Generate copy and content for collateral and campaigns.
  • Support the Sales Organization in the preparation of Program and Promotional training materials, including format, content, and delivery.
  • Develop promotional collateral to market promotions to targeted prospects, utilizing appropriate online and offline vehicles.
  • Effectively maintains good working relationships with a network field Sales Representatives and key stakeholders
  • Some "interest in science/technology" in order to demonstrate a deep understanding of how products are made and what features distinguish them
  • Conduct and report post-promotion analysis including ROI metrics.
  • Effective at delivering presentations to mid-large audiences
  • Follows safety standards and reports any safety concerns to leadership

Do you qualify?
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field
  • In lieu of a degree, 5+ years of relevant product management experience in Consumer or Healthcare-related industries required
  • 2+ years of product management and category-building experience in Consumer or Healthcare-related industries required
  • 2+ years of experience as Product Manager in Consumer or Healthcare-related industries preferred
  • 2+ years of go-to-market marketing experience in Consumer or Healthcare-related industries preferred
  • 2+ years of optical industry experience preferred
  • 2+ years of experience working in regulated environments
  • 2+ years of experience conducting periodic product training sessions
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills
  • Proven ability to build and maintain relationships
  • Ability to travel within the United States and Internationally
  • Experience working in a multi-national brand company
  • Proven track record in project management, including managing contributions of remote teams
  • Experience with BTB and BTC activities
  • Experience in planning and budgeting process, including financial business cases

TRAVEL
Domestic | (within the United States) Percent: from 15% to 25%
International | Percent: from 5% to 10%
PHYSICAL (Check applicable boxes.)
☒ Carrying 25 lbs
☒ Climbing
☐ Crawling
☒ Crouching
☒ Driving
☒ Fine Manipulation
☒ Foot or Leg Controls
☒ Gross Manipulation
☒ Hearing
☒ Keyboarding
☒ Kneeling
☐ Lifting 25 lbs
☒ Pulling
☒ Pushing
☒ Reaching at Shoulder
☒ Reaching below Shoulder
☒ Reaching Overhead
☒ Sitting
☒ Sitting & Standing at Will
☒ Speaking
☒ Standing
☒ Stooping
☒ Twisting
☒ Visual Acuity Far
☒ Visual Acuity Near
☒ Vision Color
☒ Vision Peripheral
☒ Walking
☐ Other(s) Enter others.
We have world class benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS:
  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • 401k Matching
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Vacation and sick pay from your first day

The annual pay range for this position is $71,800- $89,800.
ZEISS is an EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled Veteran Employer
Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:
Christina Choing
Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).

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